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Kevin Durant Responds To Fan Online On ‘Iso Heavy’ Accusation

Originally posted on Hardwood Heroics | By Dan Agulto | Last updated Apr 14, 2025 7:45 AM ET

Kevin Durant may be an NBA superstar, but he’s never been one to let critics talk unchecked. Ahead of the final day of the regular season, the two-time Finals MVP clapped back at fans on X (formerly Twitter) over critiques of his playstyle—specifically his use of isolation plays.

The debate started when a fan shared a clip of Dirk Nowitzki running an iso play, suggesting Durant’s approach was less efficient. KD quickly responded, “Y’all gotta stop with this iso-heavy narrative. I get 4 ISOs a game, man.”

That one-liner was enough to quiet the chatter. Kevin Durant has long been one of the league’s most effective isolation scorers, and even at 36, he remains a nightly matchup nightmare.

While Durant was busy defending his game online, the Suns’ season quietly came to a disappointing end. With a record of 36-45, Phoenix has been officially eliminated from play-in contention, putting Durant’s future with the team into question.

Kevin Durant’s Possible Exit Hinted by Devin Booker

As the Suns wrap up their season, speculation is swirling about whether Durant has played his last game in Phoenix. In an interview with Jake Garcia, Devin Booker may have dropped a subtle hint about KD’s future.

Reflecting on his time with Durant, Booker said, “It’s been a joy. From my favorite player to a teammate—I don’t take it lightly, our relationship on and off the court. I’ve learned so much from him, and I’m still learning day to day.”

Mar 9, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) helps up guard Devin Booker (1) from the floor during the second half of the game against the Dallas Mavericks at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

That heartfelt statement has fans reading between the lines.

Team owner Mat Ishbia went all-in last season, sacrificing depth and future assets to bring Durant to the Valley and pair him with Booker, the franchise cornerstone since 2015. But despite the star power, the Suns never quite found their rhythm and delivered inconsistent performances throughout the season.

Kevin Durant Responds To Fan Online On 'Iso Heavy' Accusation 3 Mar 7, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Russell Westbrook (4) defends on Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35)in the first quarter at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Now, the front office faces a tough offseason decision: Do they try to trade Durant for younger assets and reset around Booker? Or do they ask KD to stick around for one more run and build a more balanced roster around him?

Whatever happens, it’s clear the Suns have reached a crossroads—and Kevin Durant’s next move will shape their future.

This article first appeared on Hardwood Heroics and was syndicated with permission.

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