NBA: Why Kevin Durant won't sign with OKC

[Joseph Kony]

People really think hes going to turn down 200 million?

I agree, but also has a 300 million dollar shoe deal and when you've already banked 100+ million, what's the big difference in 50 million if you're trying to cement your legacy?

[coachmac87]

I agree, but also has a 300 million dollar shoe deal and when you've already banked 100+ million, what's the big difference in 50 million if you're trying to cement your legacy?

Why did David West do what he did? Cause he already made his $$$

Durant literally said it himself. "$ isn't everything"

[DMC]

Explain how he defers?

By standing around scratching his nuts while Russ chucks the game away.

Just guessing.

[DMC]

Explain? I can tell by your replies you've become frustrated.

It just shows you don't know what you're even talking about..you can't back it up with anything other than try to take jabs at me lol. If you think KD will resign that's ok..but it's not going to be because of what YOU said about him.

You are disconnected from reality. Get your ass back upstairs with the rest of the try hards.

[coachmac87]

You are disconnected from reality. Get your ass back upstairs with the rest of the try hards.

Again you can't even respond with substance to back your stance..what a piece of

[DMC]

Again you can't even respond with substance to back your stance..what a piece of

You have ty takes. That's apparent. Everything you post is re ed.

[coachmac87]

You have ty takes. That's apparent. Everything you post is re ed.

Coming from a guy who says Durants main reason of staying in OKC is "pressure"...

GTFOH with that weak ass take. I ask for substance and all you can provide are insults..

You're a joke

[MajorMike]

http://espn.go.com/nba/story/_/id/16...r?sf28523154=1

Kevin Durant gets political offer from Oklahoma governor

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http://espn.go.com/nba/story/_/id/16...r?sf28523154=1

Kevin Durant gets political offer from Oklahoma governor

WTF?

[K...]

http://espn.go.com/nba/story/_/id/16...r?sf28523154=1

Kevin Durant gets political offer from Oklahoma governor

But if he'll stay, I'll make him a Cabinet person for health and fitness on my Cabinet," Fallin said, according to the Tulsa World.

I want to laugh at this but abbot, paxton, and Patrick are all capable of real embarrassment to texans.

[Arcadian]

It isn't Durant's fault that Westbrook is overly assertive (overly because he wants to be the #1 guy but isn't). Why the are people blaming Durant for Westbrook's chucking? There are only so many ways you can tell a guy, "Don't take bad shots." That's not on Durant. And it doesn't indicate mental weakness. He might have mental weaknesses (we all do), but "allowing" Westbrook to take too many shots isn't one of them.

I have no idea what he'll do. If I had to guess, I'd say he re-signs with OKC...but the OP does make some valid points.

[MajorMike]

Oh, no, you can laugh. Its a total embarrassment.

[coachmac87]

It isn't Durant's fault that Westbrook is overly assertive (overly because he wants to be the #1 guy but isn't). Why the are people blaming Durant for Westbrook's chucking? There are only so many ways you can tell a guy, "Don't take bad shots." That's not on Durant. And it doesn't indicate mental weakness. He might have mental weaknesses (we all do), but "allowing" Westbrook to take too many shots isn't one of them.

I have no idea what he'll do. If I had to guess, I'd say he re-signs with OKC...but the OP does make some valid points.

I totally agree. But unfortunately some people on this forum think Durant mental weakness is an actual reason for him staying...which is total bull .

I'm honestly 50/50 on if Durant is staying or going but I decided to bring up the points on why he might leave. It's really interesting if you really look at it from the other perspective.

[oh crap]

He's staying. though I don't blame him if he leaves. sure as not pulling a lebron, i'll tell ya that.

[DMC]

I totally agree. But unfortunately some people on this forum think Durant mental weakness is an actual reason for him staying...which is total bull .

I'm honestly 50/50 on if Durant is staying or going but I decided to bring up the points on why he might leave. It's really interesting if you really look at it from the other perspective.

And none of those points were about endorsements.

[Killakobe81]

It isn't Durant's fault that Westbrook is overly assertive (overly because he wants to be the #1 guy but isn't). Why the are people blaming Durant for Westbrook's chucking? There are only so many ways you can tell a guy, "Don't take bad shots." That's not on Durant. And it doesn't indicate mental weakness. He might have mental weaknesses (we all do), but "allowing" Westbrook to take too many shots isn't one of them.

I have no idea what he'll do. If I had to guess, I'd say he re-signs with OKC...but the OP does make some valid points.

I dont disagree with your premise, but surely he could be more vocal about this. if you read his comments on Russ and his shot taking he almost always defends. Russ which may make him a great team-mate but not necessarily a good leader.

To me the wrong way to lead is the Shaq/Kobe/LeBron/MJ media manipulation. Where they take shots publicly via overtly (shaq/Kobe) or passive aggressive like LeBron/MJ. YOu also have the passive not naming names style like Pau did when kobe shot to much in key losses (also not good) or you could never say anything publicly and handle it in-house like Tim.

Whether Durant fans want to admit it or not he enables Russ.

[coachmac87]

The is already paid..300M from Nike..

Have you read the Bill Simmons article regarding Nike/KD and how it could actually benefit him financially off the court if he left?

You can't read good. So stfu.

[coachmac87]

And none of those points were about endorsements.

You're a dumb

[coachmac87]

I dont disagree with your premise, but surely he could be more vocal about this. if you read his comments on Russ and his shot taking he almost always defends. Russ which may make him a great team-mate but not necessarily a good leader.

To me the wrong way to lead is the Shaq/Kobe/LeBron/MJ media manipulation. Where they take shots publicly via overtly (shaq/Kobe) or passive aggressive like LeBron/MJ. YOu also have the passive not naming names style like Pau did when kobe shot to much in key losses (also not good) or you could never say anything publicly and handle it in-house like Tim.

Whether Durant fans want to admit it or not he enables Russ.

Why is it wrong for him to stick up and defend Westbrook? And what exactly do you expect him to say? People say KD isn't vocal enough or isn't a leader. Wellll Westbrook isn't either..just because he acts like a fool on the court doesn't mean he's a leader.

[Thread]

You're a dumb

lol. He is a maddening SOB.

[Arcadian]

I dont disagree with your premise, but surely he could be more vocal about this. if you read his comments on Russ and his shot taking he almost always defends. Russ which may make him a great team-mate but not necessarily a good leader.

To me the wrong way to lead is the Shaq/Kobe/LeBron/MJ media manipulation. Where they take shots publicly via overtly (shaq/Kobe) or passive aggressive like LeBron/MJ. YOu also have the passive not naming names style like Pau did when kobe shot to much in key losses (also not good) or you could never say anything publicly and handle it in-house like Tim.

Whether Durant fans want to admit it or not he enables Russ.

Well, they're also really good friends. Durant isn't going to start a feud with his friend and teammate, and I respect that. Westbrook is a natural score-first point guard. He needs the ball in his hands to be effective. Durant recognizes that and tries to compliment it. He can't change Russ. He is who he is.

[MajorMike]

There is zero reason for him not to stay.

- He is royalty here
- Doesn't get heated up in media like WB does
- Were about 8 mins away from the Finals and a likely le as is
- Can sign a 2 year PO to have at least 1 more with WB
- Can opt out if WB isn't coming back OR to sign much higher tender when cap skyrockets again
- Wants to do it 'on his own' and not go coat-tail with GB, Spurs, Cavs
- One of those teams is not going to have room for him unless they dump needed pieces

I honestly see zero chance he is not here next year - the money and suitable talent are both here.

After that... I can see him going.

[coachmac87]

There is zero reason for him not to stay.

- He is royalty here
- Doesn't get heated up in media like WB does
- Were about 8 mins away from the Finals and a likely le as is
- Can sign a 2 year PO to have at least 1 more with WB
- Can opt out if WB isn't coming back OR to sign much higher tender when cap skyrockets again
- Wants to do it 'on his own' and not go coat-tail with GB, Spurs, Cavs
- One of those teams is not going to have room for him unless they dump needed pieces

I honestly see zero chance he is not here next year - the money and suitable talent are both here.

After that... I can see him going.

Thank you for responding with substance and actual reasoning unlike some people.... Lol

I still think the main reason he's "looking around" is for a better long term plan. OKC is good for next year but literally NOTHING promised after that. Yeah he could leave after next year but even if he did he'd still lose out on $.

[DMC]

You can't read good. So stfu.

talking to yourself now, but at least you have one good take now.

[coachmac87]

talking to yourself now, but at least you have one good take now.

You were proven wrong...accept it and move on.