Kevin Durant Unfiltered Interview: Injury, Owning A Team, #NBA Greats & More | Boardroom Cover Story

NBA powerhouse Kevin Durant sits down with his longtime partner Rich Kleiman for a candid discussion in this exclusive Boardroom Cover Story. From the Texas Longhorns to the Phoenix Suns, Rich and KD discuss the trajectory of their careers + friendship. The two delve into their origins at a Jay-Z concert catalyzed by Grammy-nominated rapper Wale, and remark on Durant's aspirations of being part of a future Seattle Supersonics ownership team. They discuss the highs and lows of KD’s career. Reflecting on his journey from the Oklahoma City Thunder to his career-altering Achilles injury with the Golden State Warriors. Durant opens up about LeBron James' longevity, his place in the NBA GOAT conversation, and his evolving perspective on teams like the New York Knicks. Lastly, the two discuss the upcoming Olympics in Paris, which players he's looking forward to playing 1v1 against, and why he thinks players like Cooper Flagg and Anthony Edwards have big futures in the league. Tune in for an unfiltered glimpse into the mind of one of basketball's greatest. What do you think? ‪@AMHoops‬ ‪@OLDMANANDTHREE‬ ‪@AllTheSmokeProductions‬ ‪@pointforward‬ ‪@podcastpshow‬ ‪@7PMinBrooklyn‬ ‪@KennyFR‬ ‪@KennyChaoJr‬ ‪@MikeKorzemba‬ ‪@JennaBandy21‬ ‪@TeamJesser‬ ‪@MarcelasHoward‬ ‪@FamousLos32‬ ‪@Maxisnicee‬ ‪@FrankMichaelSmith‬ ‪@bebida.tailgate‬ ‪@BroadcastBoysHoH‬ ‪@Houseofhighlights‬ ‪@NBA‬ ‪@TNTSportsUS‬ ‪@nbaonespn‬ ‪@CashNastyReacts‬ ‪@AustinMills‬ ‪@Professorlive‬ ‪@whistlesports‬ ‪@rustybuckets‬ ‪@pickaside‬ ‪@thedeep3pod‬ ‪@GilsArenaShow‬ ‪@ballislife‬ ‪@Overtime‬ ‪@Complex‬ ‪@comeandtalk2me‬ ‪@AFunkyDiabetic‬ ‪@StrictlyBBall‬ ‪@rustybuckets‬ ‪@warriors‬ ‪@suns‬ ‪@okcthunder‬ Like what you see? Subscribe - http://bit.ly/3aTKcuz Follow Boardroom on Apple News - https://bit.ly/2VjRZfR Visit Boardroom's website: https://boardroom.tv/ Follow Boardroom on Facebook: Facebook: TheBoardroom Follow Boardroom on Twitter: Twitter: boardroom Follow Boardroom on Instagram: Instagram: boardroom Follow Boardroom on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/boardroom1 Listen & subscribe to the Out of Office podcast featuring Rich Kleiman: http://apple.co/3bzgQk8 00:00 - Intro 00:26 - Kevin Durant reflecting on meeting Rich Kleiman and Boardroom's beginnings 03:24 - Kevin Durant realizing his fame and impact during the early stages of his career 04:40 - Kevin Durant reflecting on his impact with the Oklahoma City Thunder 11:49 - Seattle's importance as an NBA market + what he can offer a franchise 15:16 - How being in the NBA affects those around KD 17:13 - Rich & KD on how their relationship has blossomed organically 19:12 - Kevin Durant on what he sees for himself post-playing career 21:07 - Kevin Durant on how his game has evolved over the years 22:25 - Kevin Durant on what drives him after all of the accolades, Pt. 1 23:40 - Kevin Durant challenges the GOAT Conversation 25:37 - The importance of storytelling around the NBA 29:21 - The effect of KD's injuries on his career 38:46 - Kevin Durant on what drives him after all of the accolades, Pt. 2 42:47 - Kevin Durant on being overlooked as a leader 44:53 - How KD's persona in the NBA shifted over time 48:57 - Kevin Durant responds to Stephen A. Smith's commentary 50:21 - Kevin Durant analyzes the future stars of the NBA 53:26 - Kevin Durant on his respect for the greatness and longevity of LeBron James 58:34 - Kevin Durant on almost joining the New York Knicks 01:02:21 - Work ethic vs Natural athletic gifts 01:03:48 - Looking forward to the Olympic Games in 2024 01:08:25 - Conclusion