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Kevin Durant for MVP?
Kevin Durant for MVP?
There is no denying Kevin Durant’s plethora of weapons. He can score from almost anywhere on the floor. He plays tougher than maybe he really is. And no one ever questioned his heart when he played for the Texas Longhorns. Oklahoma City Head Coach P.J. Carlesimo said last week that he has never met a kid who had more drive and dedication to the sport and his body to become a perennial winner. But every coach says that about their best player. The question now becomes, in a league of so many ...
Kevin Durant Free Agency Countdown
iwantoutofokc.com — Pretty funny Kevin Durant free agency countdown built by a bitter seattle bball fan. (more) Kevin Durant Free Agency Countdown
Durant and Company Miss For the Thunder
dberri.wordpress.com — So far the history of the Oklahoma City Thunder consists of ten games, and exactly one win. For those keeping score, that’s exactly one more win than the Seattle Super Sonics have managed this season. And obviously Seattle - thanks to ... (more) Durant and Company Miss For the Thunder
So I thought this Durant guy was supposed to be good?
So I thought this Durant guy was supposed to be good?
thethunderworld.blogspot.com — Kevin Durant is off to a slow start. What's the deal? (more) So I thought this Durant guy was supposed to be good?
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Wednesday Bolts - 11.12.08
The Thunderworld — ... An article from Bleacher Report wonders if Kevin Durant is future MVP material: "If Durant can improve on his rebounding and defense (of which he has none) then he of course has a chance to win the Maurice Podoloff trophy. Unfortunately for Durant, so does everyone else in the league. Kobe Bryant spent 10 years ripping nets and balls from defenders' grasps before capturing his first MVP hardware in 2007-2008." ...

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