A recent social media frenzy surrounding Kevin Durant and Anthony Edwards has been dismissed as a hoax. Reports of a Twitter exchange where the two NBA players allegedly mocked each other’s physical appearance and personal matters have been debunked. A closer examination of their social media accounts reveals that neither Durant nor Edwards made such comments.
In reality, the two players have consistently shown respect and admiration for each other. Last year, Edwards referred to Durant as his favorite player in a conversation with ESPN’s Tim Bontemps. The two players also had a chance to compete against each other in the first round of the 2024 Western Conference playoffs, where Edwards’ Minnesota Timberwolves won against Durant’s Phoenix Suns.
The two players later teamed up on the US Olympic team, which won the gold medal against France. Durant has been engaging with fans on social media, recently responding to discussions about a new NBA rule change. The change allows end-of-quarter heaves to be counted as missed field goals for the team, rather than individual players.
Fans had been speculating that Durant would take advantage of this rule change to shoot more long-distance shots. However, Durant clapped back at the suggestion, tweeting “Man yall have to stop…just say you want me to say F my teammates and shoot 40 shots a night…” The exchange highlights Durant’s commitment to teamwork and efficiency on the court.
The false report of a social media feud between Durant and Edwards serves as a reminder to verify information before jumping to conclusions. The two players have a history of respect and camaraderie, and it’s unlikely that they would engage in a public dispute. As the new NBA season approaches, fans can expect to see Durant and Edwards back on the court, competing at their best and entertaining audiences with their skills.
