No athlete has ever escaped criticism. Being in the public eye, it’s an inevitable by-product. Some of the greats thrive off the noise. Some may decide to shut out irrelevant opinions. Kevin Durant is different. Aware of what it takes to be a perennial superstar in the game, the Slim Reaper makes the noise.

“When I can’t get that little dopamine hit from playing, I’m definitely getting it from that Twitter. Lot of people want my attention,” Durant said about his social media interactions with naysayers. His assessment of criticism is blunt. The two-time champion will dive into the fiery world of Twitter just to put people in their places.

While the former Warriors forward won’t look to indulge in arguments, it’s one of his favorite activities when he has time on his hands. “When I’m

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