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Lil Wayne praises Kevin Durant's rapping talent ahead of preseason game

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 11, 2026, 5:30 PM

Last updated Oct 11, 2026

Lil Wayne praises Kevin Durant's rapping talent ahead of preseason game

Summary

Rapper Lil Wayne praised NBA star Kevin Durant for his potential in music rather than his basketball skills. As Durant prepares for his 20th season, he scored 15 points in a preseason game against the Dallas Mavericks. Lil Wayne ranks Durant as the top athlete who can rap, citing their past collaboration on an unreleased track. Durant's ongoing dedication to music, despite the demands of his NBA career, indicates his serious interest in pursuing a rap career after retirement.

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By the Numbers

•Kevin Durant scored 15 points for the Houston Rockets in a preseason game.
•Lil Wayne ranks Durant as the top rapping athlete on his list.
•Durant and Wayne collaborated on an unreleased track previously.
•Durant continues to showcase his scoring ability ahead of the upcoming season.
•He recorded three rap songs with LeBron James, also unreleased.

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What they're saying

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Rapper Lil Wayne heaped praise on NBA superstar Kevin Durant, but it was not for his on-court ability. The 38-year-old is widely regarded as one of the best scorers the league has ever seen.
— Yahoo Sports

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