OAKLAND – In a rivalry (just don’t ask LeBron) centered around offensive firepower, big defensive moments have had their fair share of the limelight…and Kevin Durant thinks that’s a good thing.
Early in the second half LeBron drove and tried to throw down on Golden State’s newest golden boy. It didn’t end well for The King.
RT if you liked this block by Kevin Durant ? #NBAVote pic.twitter.com/1DzgaHgGKJ
— GoldenStateWarriors (@warriors) January 17, 2017
KD not backing down ? https://t.co/j31YATKHiA
— NBA on TNT (@NBAonTNT) January 17, 2017
Kevin Durant was asked specifically about his block following his team’s 126-91 drubbing of the Cavs. Durant avoided talking specifically about the incident, but had complimentary words for NBA fans across the continent.
“Around the league now, in every arena, fans are starting to respect defense. They can sense when there’s a momentum shift, when you get a big block or a huge steal or a charge. So those defensive plays are being recognized, and that’s good for the game.”
'Fans are starting to respect defense. They can sense a momentum shift when you get a big block or a huge steal…it's good for the game.' pic.twitter.com/AsPKjP8VsR
— Sam Hustis (@SamHustis) January 17, 2017