"Purest Hooper.."Internet reacts as Kevin Durant gets emotional about competing at the Olympics in Netflix's Court of Gold

Get ready to witness the emotional story of NBA star Kevin Durant in Netflix's docuseries Court of Gold which is all set to release on Tuesday, February 18, 2025.

In a nearly one-minute preview clip shared by Netflix, Kevin opened up about how much basketball means to him. The 36-year-old American basketball player teared up as he explained what it meant for him to play in the Olympics.

Durant in the emotional clip opened up about his struggles when asked about his tough journey he stated,

"I come from a neighborhood where people don't even talk to each other, so much hate into this world too when people get to start joking and laughing for a game of ball, it's cool to me, so like it gets me emotional dawg."

He also spoke about how basketball has changed his life and that of his family. The Phoneix Sun forward said,

"It bought me and my family out of a lot of bulls**t. So I'm just like grateful for it. For Real."

Fans have come forward in support of Kevin Durant widely known as KD after he spoke about his struggles in the preview clip of Netflix's Court of Gold. An X user named Nando commented,

"Purest hooper, He gon play till he 45"

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Internet supports Kevin Durant as he opens up on his journey in Netflix's Court of Gold preview

Ahead of the release on February 18, 2025, Netflix has released a one-minute preview of Kevin Durant on their social media platform. The Internet has praised the basketball star for his integrity and his resilience throughout his career.

Kevin Durant received backslash from many when he decided to join the Golden State Warriors leaving behind his long-time career in Oklahoma City Thunders. Many people also dislike him for being vocal against his trolls on social media.

However, in a turn of events, the internet has praised Kevin Durant's journey after watching a Court Of Gold preview clip. An X user commented about the unnecessary hate on KD and wrote,

"Bro finds peace in hooping. How can you hate on that honestly"

Another X user stated how Kevin Durant is passionate about basketball but the media scrutinizes his every move, he commented,

"He should be one of the players we lift up because he’s a pure hooper who loves the game, but instead media usually tears him down for his decisions on moving teams"

Fans also praised his admiration for the game,

"His love for the game is unmatched" one user wrote,

A user also pointed out how Kevin Durant's efforts in the basketball saga are often outshined by Stephen Curry or LeBron James. Kevin Durant is often held up for being unapologetically himself on social media which often the media portrays negatively.

"What gets lost about Kevin Durant is he might not come off as polished" as Lebron or Steph but he is the player we need. A simple imperfect relatability. He is the perfect example of what media/fans say they want players to be more accessible or relatable, got it, but then have issues with it." the user wrote,

"My respect for KD (followed by increasing symbols)" another user commented.

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More about Netflix's Court of Gold

Court of Gold is a six-episode Netflix documentary series that takes an in-depth look at the basketball competition during the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics. Directed by Jake Regal, the series provides an all-access pass to the teams and the journey.

The series features prominent basketball stars like LeBron James, Steph Curry, Kevin Durant, and Nikola Jokic among other basketball stars. The documentary captures the intense emotional journey of the teams as they chased the Olympic Gold. Catch all the six episodes of Netflix's Court of Gold on Tuesday, February 18, 2025.

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