Kevin Durant

Drafted with the 2nd overall pick in the 2007 NBA Draft to the Seattle Supersonics, Kevin Durant has seen a lifetime’s worth of experiences within the League. From his first nine seasons with the Oklahoma City Thunder to his tumultuous decision to join the Golden State Warriors, the Slim Reaper found himself with Brooklyn Nets for three seasons, forming a failed superstar trio between he, Kyrie Irving, James Harden and at one point, Ben Simmons.

In February of 2023, Durant’s trade request from Brooklyn was met just days after his running mate Kyrie Irving was traded to the Dallas Mavericks. Hours before the trade deadline, Durant was dealt to the Phoenix Suns in a blockbuster deal. In the offseason since, the roster in the desert has been reconfigured around Durant, Devin Booker and Bradley Beal.

Considered to be one of the greatest scorers of all time, Durant has been dropping buckets in the League for 16 years with four scoring titles, a regular season MVP, back-to-back NBA titles and simultaneous Finals MVPs under his belt.

Durant’s early silhouettes were perfectly timed with the early 2010s obsession with titular storytelling, cementing his on-court kicks legacy with a scintillating three-shoe run between the KD 4, KD 5 and KD 6. Color blocking inspired by his opposing career as a weatherman and childhood memories of shooting on a Nerf hoop further iconized the early years of the 12-time All-Star.

Last employed in a low-top construction with the KD 8, concurring silhouettes have centered specifically around a mid-top build, fusing an engineered Flyknit upper with full-length Air Zoom cushioning technology underfoot.

Boasting The Swoosh’s current second-longest standing signature line, Durant continues to bring candid storytelling and boastful color combinations to his latest offering, the Nike KD 16. On the horizon, his 17th shoe is expected to drop in April, adding another installation to one of Nike’s foremost basketball lines. From his yearly homage to Aunt Pearl to his line’s upcoming retro treatment, for more on Durant and his signature Swoosh Brand series, check out the articles below.

Kevin Durant

Kevin Durant’s Most Ground-Breaking Nike Sneaker Ever, The KD 4 “Nerf”, Returns In 2024

Although Kevin Durant’s sneaker legacy was established in 2008 with the Nike KD 1, he didn’t quite stamp his arrival until late 2011 much in...

By Sneaker News November 7, 2023
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The Nike KD 4 “Year Of The Dragon 2.0” Releases On February 7th

Updated January 22nd, 2024: Official images of the Nike KD 4 “Year Of The Dragon” have surfaced. Currently, a release is expected on February 7th,...

By Sneaker News November 3, 2023
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Kevin Durant’s Media Company, Boardroom, Receives Its Own Nike KD 16

Just a few months after it was announced that Kevin Durant would be signing with the Brooklyn Nets in 2019, the two-time NBA Champion alongside...

By Sneaker News October 20, 2023
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The Nike KD 16 “Wanda” Is Dedicated To Kevin Durant’s Mother

With his signature line, Kevin Durant often pays homage to those closest to him. Even the athlete’s mother, Wanda Durant, will be receiving her own...

By Sneaker News October 20, 2023
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Where To Buy The Nike KD 3 “Christmas”

This article was last updated on December 18th, 2023 – At the Nike World Basketball Festival this Summer, the Beaverton brand unveiled its Holiday 2023...

By Jared Ebanks October 15, 2023
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The Nike KD 3 “Aunt Pearl” Releases On October 27th

Although Kevin Durant is currently on his 16th signature model, the Phoenix Sun and his Swoosh family have been revisiting the Nike KD 3 over...

By Jovani Hernandez October 3, 2023
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Nike Adds Custom Options To The KD 16 By You

Coordinated with its typical early September release, Kevin Durant’s 16th signature silhouette hasn’t wasted any time delving into its expansive colorway options. Having recently employed...

By Jared Ebanks October 3, 2023
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The Nike KD 16 Arrives In A Range Of TB Colorways

Celebrating 16 years with The Swoosh, Kevin Durant opened the 2022-23 postseason with the first appearance at his 16th signature silhouette. Having taken over the...

By Jared Ebanks September 20, 2023
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Official Images Of The Nike KD 16 “Ember Glow”

With an insatiable appetite for living on the hardwood, Kevin Durant’s 16th signature silhouette was crafted to support him through 40-plus minutes of nothing but...

By Jared Ebanks September 19, 2023
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