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Kylian Mbappe includes Kevin Durant in his top-5 NBA players

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 1:21 AM

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Kylian Mbappe includes Kevin Durant in his top-5 NBA players

Summary

Kylian Mbappe, the Real Madrid striker and a prominent figure in football, has named Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant as the second player in his top-five list of NBA players. This ranking was announced as international stars arrive for the 2026 World Cup in North America, set to begin on June 16. In addition to Durant, other players listed include LeBron James, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Luka Doncic, and Jayson Tatum. Mbappe is known for his passion for basketball and previously met Durant at a Nets game in January 2023.

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Key Details

•Mbappe ranked Durant second among his top-five NBA players.
•The 2026 World Cup starts on June 16 in North America.
•Other players named include LeBron James, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Luka Doncic, and Jayson Tatum.
•Mbappe and Durant met at a Nets game in January 2023.
•Mbappe is known as an NBA enthusiast, attending events like the 2022 Draft.

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