Kevin Durant is already in midseason form—at least when it comes to his social media presence. Known for being one of the most outspoken athletes on platforms like X (formerly Twitter), Durant wasted no time calling out what he perceives as the online “dummies” who think they’re more knowledgeable than they are.
On Monday morning, Durant took to X to express his frustrations with certain fans who seem to think they have a high basketball IQ. “Sometimes I wake up and look at @TheNBACentel comments just to truly see how many dummies come online thinking that they have high IQ. Good morning,” Durant tweeted.
@TheNBACentel, the account Durant referenced, is a parody account known for posting fake NBA news stories.
The account frequently tricks fans who aren’t media-savvy into believing its fictional posts. Durant’s tweet seemed to highlight how easily some fans are fooled by misinformation, and he couldn’t resist taking a swipe at their supposed “basketball intelligence.”
But the Phoenix Suns star didn’t stop there. As is often the case with Durant, he dove into the mentions, engaging with fans who had something to say in response to his tweet.
One user joked about having upset Durant years ago, saying, “I must’ve made this dude mad 8 years ago and he’s still in his feelings. The NBA season is upon us.” True to form, Durant wasn’t shy about replying to the comment, showing that his playful (and sometimes petty) interactions with fans are still very much a part of his online persona.
Durant’s love-hate relationship with social media is well-documented. Over the years, he’s become infamous for his willingness to engage with critics, often clapping back at fans and media members alike.
His candid and unfiltered approach has made him a polarizing figure online, but it’s also made him one of the most entertaining athletes to follow on social media.
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As Durant heads into his 17th NBA season and his second full year with the Phoenix Suns, his competitive fire remains as strong as ever—both on and off the court.
Coming off a summer where he added another Olympic gold medal to his collection with Team USA, Durant is laser-focused on helping the Suns chase a championship. But even as the NBA season looms, Durant’s love for stirring the pot on social media isn’t going anywhere.
While his on-court skills are undeniable, Durant’s presence on X is a reminder that he’s never too far from a good online debate.
Whether it’s calling out “dummies” or responding to longtime trolls, Durant’s social media game is always in midseason form. Fans may not always agree with him, but one thing’s for sure: Kevin Durant will always speak his mind, no matter how many people he upsets in the process.
