Kevin Durant Calls Out Disrespect From NBA 2K Video Game
Kevin Durant took exception to the rating the NBA 2K video game gave him for a specific aspect of his game.
NBA superstar Kevin Durant, a 19-time season veteran, is renowned for his exceptional abilities on the court and has amassed a myriad of accolades throughout his career. Currently sixth on the NBA's all-time scoring list, Durant has been selected for numerous All-Star appearances, holds an NBA MVP award, and has won two championships.
In a recent message on social media platform Threads, Durant expressed his discontent with how the video game version of him, particularly his shooting skills, was rated in NBA 2K. In his message, Durant specifically targeted Ronnie "2K" Singh, the creator of the game, and emphasized his frustration with the company's decision.
Durant's 97 rating for mid-range shooting placed him seventh on the list alongside Cade Cunningham and Jalen Brunson, both of whom are All-Stars. Cunningham, a Detroit Pistons center, and Jalen Brunson, a New York Knicks forward, were both mentioned alongside Durant as having a high probability of becoming league MVP contenders.
The Dallas Mavericks' Kyrie Irving and the Denver Nuggets' Nikola Jokic, who both received a 98 rating for mid-range shooting, also outperformed Durant on the list. At the top of the list was Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the reigning two-time NBA MVP, who was given the highest possible rating of 99.
Historically, Durant has been a 52% field goal shooter, with his best shooting years coming during his time with the Brooklyn Nets and Phoenix Suns during the 2022-23 season. However, his field goal percentage has dipped to 52% in recent seasons. Video games, especially those related to basketball, have sparked controversy over player ratings for years.
Given Durant's passion for NBA 2K, it is understandable why he would be bothered by the rating in the game. With the video game set for release in early September, Durant has some time to potentially adjust his mid-range number based on his real-life games in the 2026-27 NBA season.
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