Kevin Durant calls Michael Jordan 'God' and 'unmatched', rubbishes comparisons with him

Kevin Durant, per his own words, does t want to be involved in a Michael Jordan debate. two-time NBA champion has chosen Chicago Bulls legend over him, which was a result of a fan defending him over Max Kellerman's words on Jordan scoring more efficiently. Kwn for his quirky and to--point responses to fans, Durant jumped into argument, only to dismiss his fan's point. 

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Kevin Durant on NBA best scorers debate

Kendrick Perkins was recently on ESPN's First Take with Max Kellerman – who questioned former's choice of Durant being most efficient scorer. Perkins defended his claim, bringing up Jordan t finishing in 50-90-40 club. While fans continued to argue in comments, one fan chose to call Kellerman out. Per fan, if Durant wanted 35 a night like Jordan did, he could. "That is definition of unguardable". 

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Brooklyn Nets star remained unimpressed with response. "Mj is one of one, God level, unmatched, unparalled, a pure master at this shit. I’m still watching his games to learn. Leave me out of it please", Durant said.

Michael Jordan stats

Jordan is regarded as GOAT by many, having won six titles for Chicago Bulls in eight years. He averd 30.1 points per game, while shooting 49.7% from field. Many argued that while Durant is an efficient scorer, he is match for Jordan, who won 10 scoring titles in 11 years. Some fans also dragged in LeBron James vs Michael Jordan debate, which has been widely discussed following his 2020 NBA title. 

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In same First Take talk with Perkins, y discussed Kyrie Irving-Kevin Durant duo when compared to Anthony Davis and LeBron James. Davis and James led Los Angeles Lakers to ir 17th NBA title this October, while Durant will be returning to court for first time after 2019 NBA Finals. Kyrie, who had his arthroscopic surgery for a shoulder ailment, was also unable to finish his season with Brooklyn Nets. 

Both stars are expected to make a highly-anticipated debut this upcoming season, starting December 22. As per NBA's 'subject to change' preseason schedule, duo will be making ir debut for Nets on December 13 against Washington Wizards. NBA Camp will begin from December 1. 

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(Im credits: AP, Kevin Durant Instagram)