Kevin Durant reflects on the best teams he played for in the NBA
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 9:46 PM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Kevin Durant, ahead of his 19th NBA season, discussed his views on the best teams he's played for during a recent interview. He rated the 2018-19 Golden State Warriors as the top team, citing injuries that affected their championship run. He compared that team to the Brooklyn Nets, which he believes had an impressive roster, including stars like Kyrie Irving and James Harden. Durant highlighted the potential of the Nets as a historic offensive team but acknowledged that injuries and off-court issues hindered their success. He continues to aim for a championship as he prepares for the upcoming season with the Houston Rockets.
- •Durant rates the 2018-19 Warriors as his best team despite injuries.
- •He believes the Nets had a potentially historic roster.
- •Injuries and off-court drama limited the Nets' success.
- •Durant is preparing for his 19th NBA season with the Rockets.
- 9:46 PMYahoo Sports — Kevin Durant Explains Why The 2019 Warriors Were The Best Team He’s Ever Played For, With Nets A Close Second
"Kevin Durant reflects on his storied past, and which of his championship teams were the most stacked.
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