Kevin Durant supports WNBA, dismisses divisive culture-war discussions
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 10:29 PM
Last updated Sep 22, 2026
At the Houston Rockets Media Day on September 22, Kevin Durant expressed strong support for the WNBA while criticizing divisive political discussions surrounding women's basketball. Durant, entering his 19th NBA season, emphasized the league's growth, citing increased visibility and financial success. He dismissed external distractions as 'noise,' focusing instead on the achievements of female athletes and their entrepreneurial endeavors. The Rockets prepare for their upcoming season opener against the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA China Games on October 9 and 11.
- •Durant spoke at Rockets Media Day on September 22.
- •He criticized divisive politics affecting women's basketball.
- •Durant noted the WNBA's growth and visibility.
- •The Rockets will start their season against the Mavericks on October 9.
- 10:29 PMYahoo Sports — Kevin Durant dismisses WNBA culture-war noise with NSFW answer in support
"Durant offered an unfiltered response to the culture wars surrounding women's basketball at Rockets Media Day.
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