Durant Compares 76ers to Warriors' Championship Teams
Durant said Philadelphia can feature four elite scorers, while critics said the comparison ignores age, injuries and the Warriors’ three 20-point scorers.
- On Monday, Kevin Durant argued the current Philadelphia Sixers are more 'talented on paper' than the 2017 Golden State Warriors, citing superior scoring depth across the roster.
- Philadelphia features four elite scoring threats in LeBron James, Jaylen Brown, Joel Embiid, and Tyrese Maxey, whereas Durant's former Golden State squad featured only three 20-point scorers.
- Defending his move to the Warriors, Durant claimed fans apply a double standard by criticizing his choice while giving LeBron James a pass for similar roster decisions.
- Klay Thompson responded on Instagram, tagging Durant and posting: 'What u using my full government for??' after Durant criticized his MVP candidacy.
- Critics including ESPN's Stephen A. Smith questioned the comparison, citing the ages and injury histories of the stars involved and arguing only James and Brown are proven winners.
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Klay Thompson takes issue with Kevin Durant's take on 76ers-Warriors debate
Oct 24, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Klay Thompson (31) during the game between the Dallas Mavericks and the San Antonio Spurs at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images Klay Thompson had something to say about former Golden State Warriors teammate Kevin Durant’s insinuation that the current Philadelphia 76ers are better than the Warriors teams he helped lead to two NBA championships. On Mon…
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