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Kevin Durant earns over $60 million from $250K investment

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 12:09 AM

Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Kevin Durant earns over $60 million from $250K investment
Summary

Kevin Durant made a substantial profit exceeding $60 million from a $250,000 investment in Hugging Face, a platform specializing in artificial intelligence. This profit comes after Nvidia's acquisition of the company for $12.9 billion. Durant, who is set to earn $43.9 million in the 2026-27 NBA season with the Houston Rockets, has already surpassed that figure through this investment. He has expressed the complexities of wealth, emphasizing the challenges of managing relationships in light of his financial success.

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  • •Durant's investment in Hugging Face is valued at over $60 million.
  • •The acquisition by Nvidia occurred recently.
  • •He is preparing for his 2026-27 season with the Houston Rockets.
  • •Durant's current net worth is reported at $400 million.
  • •He discussed the challenges of managing wealth in a recent interview.
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  • 12:09 AMYahoo Sports — Kevin Durant Earned Over $60 Million Out Of A $250K Investment; Surpassing His 2026-27 NBA Salary
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Kevin Durant converted a $250,000 investment into a $60 million profit after Nvidia recently acquired Hugging Face.

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