Kevin Durant focuses on passing and double teams during offseason training
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 4, 2026, 4:37 PM
Last updated Sep 4, 2026

Kevin Durant spent the recent offseason conditioning and refining his basketball skills. According to personal trainer Lovell, the training program prioritized decision-making against double teams to maintain efficient passing alongside standard shot selection. Lovell noted that Durant remains coachable despite his status as a veteran Hall of Famer. The workouts emphasized fundamental technique and the willingness to seek correction on basketball mechanics. Durant focused on striking a balance between physical recovery and sharpening his overall craft during the break. This training regimen aims to keep his performance level high as he continues to adapt his game.
- •Kevin Durant focused on handling double teams this offseason.
- •Trainer Lovell worked with Durant on passing and shot selection.
- •Durant actively seeks technical feedback despite his Hall of Fame status.
- •The training program balanced physical recovery with skill refinement.
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