NBA All-Star Kevin Durant is showing that his “sacrifice” with the Houston Rockets goes way beyond buckets and box scores . His recent decision to take a discount caught many by surprise, including Rockets guard Amen Thompson , who was unaware of the move until a reporter mentioned it. The moment revealed Durant’s quiet leadership style and how his actions are resonating with the younger players on the team. Expand Tweet

When told about Durant’s financial sacrifice, Thompson’s eyes widened in surprise before offering a short but sincere response. “Generous guy. That’s all I’m saying, great guy,” the Rockets guard said. Clearly, his reaction showed how even a simple act of selflessness can leave a deep mark on teammates. They are still learning what true professionalism and commitme

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