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02-01-2009, 07:02 PM
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Get rid of that stinkin thinkin!
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Kevin Durant Wants to Spend His Whole Career in Oklahoma City
Good news for the Thunder, and a good statement about Oklahoma City... And good insight as to the character of one Kevin Durant.
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No wonder someone started a web site, iwantoutofokc.com, that counts down the seconds until Durant becomes a restricted free agent. Tick … tick … tick … tick… Guaranteed salvation is just a few short seasons away.
So, yes, Kevin Durant knows what you’re thinking. He also wants you to understand this:“Hopefully,” he says, “I’ll spend my whole career here.”
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Durant likes OKC’s collegiate feel. Win or lose, he can go to dinner after a game without getting hassled. A larger, more-hardened city might not be as accommodating to a franchise in the throes of rebuilding. “It fits my personality,” Durant said. “I’m a laid-back kind of guy. I just like to relax, chill, and this is really laid-back. It’s quiet. This is where I want to be.”
Durant could always change his mind. If the Thunder don’t turn into consistent winners, the losing will wear on him, too. Eventually, the losing gets to everyone.
For now, though, Kevin Durant isn’t looking at his watch. He sees a bright future with Jeff Green and Russell Westbrook at his side.
Good friends, cheap steaks, slow nights and, some day, the NBA playoffs. Even a Longhorn in Sooner country can dream, can’t he?
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Whole article here.
As Durant grows, so do the Thunder - NBA - Yahoo! Sports
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02-01-2009, 09:35 PM
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Go Thunder! The three amigos Durant, Green and Westbrook are the future.
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02-02-2009, 12:11 AM
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Keep dreaming - he'll go where the money takes him.
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02-02-2009, 06:17 AM
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Get rid of that stinkin thinkin!
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Originally Posted by sasafras
Keep dreaming - he'll go where the money takes him.
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He's enjoying the quality of life in OkC, and that is a huge plus for a star athlete. Besides, if he went to a place like NYC, they'd have to pay him three times as much just to match up with the cost of living.
I'm sure he intends to stick around for several years and give the Thunder a chance for an NBA championship. |
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02-02-2009, 10:35 AM
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Who Do You Trust?
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I think that's a great story. Money isn't the only consderation when it comes to a quality of life.
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02-02-2009, 10:59 AM
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Get rid of that stinkin thinkin!
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Originally Posted by colleeng47
I think that's a great story. Money isn't the only consderation when it comes to a quality of life.
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Ain't that the truth! It appears Mr. Durant has a good head on his shoulders and appreciates having his space and living in a nice, clean, laid back city that still offers entertainment.
It's rare for star athletes to feel this way. Of course, this is one of the first professional star athletes that the state has had. I'm sure more will attest to the quality of life as time goes on. |
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02-02-2009, 11:39 AM
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Watch out if they get Blake next year!! That would be sooooooo sweet!!!
Kevin Durant = most underrated player in the NBA.
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