Kevin Durant opened up about his legacy in Oklahoma City during an appearance on Kay Adams’ Up & Adams Show. Durant reflected on the Thunder’s championship history and the ongoing conversations around his departure.
“I’m not happy or sad or mad that I missed out, because I’ve won two championships,” Durant said, via Clemente Almanza reported of OKC Thunder Wire. “And this was like a decade ago. I just think there’s a lot of controversy surrounding my name in Oklahoma City.”
Durant, traded to the Houston Rockets on July 6 in the NBA’s largest seven-team trade, noted the timing of the discussion with the start of the new season. “To celebrate the start of the season with that context and that floating around the game… I don’t know if it’s cool or not,” he added.
The 36-year-old expressed respect for the Thunder’s celebration, as the team prepares to honor its 2025 NBA championship. “It should be a fun night, with OKC getting their rings. I’m in the building, hopefully they pan over to see my reaction. Them getting their rings is the most important thing.”
Durant’s remarks highlight the lasting narrative surrounding his Oklahoma City tenure, despite his championship successes with Golden State and Brooklyn. During his nine seasons in OKC, Durant averaged 27.3 points, 7.6 rebounds, and 4.1 assists per game while leading the Thunder to multiple playoff runs.
Durant’s career has since spanned stops with Golden State, Brooklyn, and Phoenix, winning two NBA titles and earning 12 All-Star selections. The 2025–26 season marks the start of his journey with the Rockets, who will open on the road at the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City on October 21.
The Rockets’ matchup provides Durant a unique stage to witness his former team’s ring ceremony while beginning a new chapter in Houston.
