Durant on Team USA Presence: 'I Hope That Call Comes'

Kevin Durant has voiced his ambition to represent the United States again at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. The Phoenix Suns star, speaking at a charity event, indicated his continued commitment to playing at the highest level and hopes for a call-up to the national team.

"It depends on Grant Hill and what Team USA wants to do. I will continue to be at the highest level and hope that call comes," Durant stated, acknowledging the abundance of talented players vying for spots on the roster. He also drew parallels between the current Philadelphia 76ers, bolstered by LeBron James's arrival, and his own championship-winning Golden State Warriors team.

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It depends on Grant Hill and what Team USA wants to do. I will continue to be at the highest level and hope that call comes.

Durant highlighted the offensive firepower of the 76ers, noting they possess four players capable of averaging 25 points. He recalled how his Warriors team, with three players averaging 20 points, was once considered unfair. "That Warriors team I played on. The 76ers have four players who can score 25 points. So, yes, I think they will compete for the championship. It will be a very interesting team to watch," he remarked.

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That Warriors team I played on. The 76ers have four players who can score 25 points. So, yes, I think they will compete for the championship. It will be a very interesting team to watch.

Interestingly, Durant admitted he was unaware of LeBron James's decision to join the 76ers until it became public. "LeBron is like that... he moves quietly. I know there's always a lot of noise around him, but you never know what he really has in mind," Durant said. He expressed happiness for James, calling it an excellent decision to join a team with genuine championship aspirations, which he believes is beneficial for the NBA overall.

Durant's comments reflect the significant buzz surrounding the revamped 76ers and his personal aspirations for future Olympic participation. His comparison underscores the potential of the Philadelphia team, while his remarks on James's move highlight the player's strategic approach to team building.

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LeBron is like that... he moves quietly. I know there's always a lot of noise around him, but you never know what he really has in mind.