Kevin Durant Once Explained Why He Cries Instantly: “I Think, as a Nation, We Need to Cry With Each Other. As a World, We Need to Cry With Each Other. That Shows We Care.”

Kevin Durant was featured on the cover of GQ in 2015. In the interview, the five-time NBA All-Star talked about his career controversies on and off the court, as well as his on-court accomplishments.

During this interview, he shared his experiences about growing up and being an emotionally sensitive person. 

Kevin Durant Talks About His Emotional Side

In a meeting with GQ writer Zach Baron in San Francisco back in 2015, Durant, who was a part of Oklahoma City Thunder back then, shared his perspective on the incidents that occurred in his career. 

Nov 5, 2021; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Kevin Durant (7) pumps his fist during the fourth quarter against the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

When the point was raised about his behavior on the court, he explained himself that he views it as a war between two teams, where he presents himself as a competitor who expects to give his best without thinking twice about how the other team is doing. 

Durant also said he doesn’t like to converse with the opposing team during the game.

Looking back at Kevin Durant’s acceptance speech

On May 13, 2014, he delivered his MVP acceptance speech. In the interview, he described some of his feelings in the course of the same.

He explained how he was now able to bring out his more emotional side without any fear or insecurity.

Oct 11, 2021; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Kevin Durant (7) brings the ball up court against the Philadelphia 76ers during the first quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

Durant also told Baron about the time he got emotional after watching a video of a child getting killed in front of his father in Miami, in front of a nightclub. 

“And he was shouting at his son’s murderer and just crying. I just started bawling. And I was just like, man, I’ve been so emotional since I’ve grown up. As a kid, you’re taught not to be emotional. And I feel like I’m starting to let it all out. Every little thing now. So I cried today. And I felt good about it, though”, Durant said.

He continued, “I think, as a nation, we need to cry with each other. As a world, we need to cry with each other. That shows we care.”

Are you surprised by Durant’s emotional side while he is so hard on the court and so emotional off the court? Let us know.

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