Published 18:52 IST, May 8th 2020

Kevin Durant's NCAA POY Trophy, courtside seats rake in $110,000 at All in Challenge

All in Challenge: Brooklyn Nets star Kevin Durant's NCAA POY Trophy, courtside seats and a dinner date helps raise $110,000 for coronavirus relief.

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Kevin Durant endured a nightmare end to his 2018-19 season as he suffered an Achilles injury in NBA Finals against Toronto Raptors. He moved to Brooklyn Nets ahead of 2019-20 season but has t featured for his new franchise as he underwent injury rehabilitation on Achilles tear. He was rumoured to make an appearance for Nets if y made playoffs but NBA was suspended before that could happen. In coronavirus outbreak that has hit America, Kevin Durant reportedly tested positive (along with three or Nets players). However, three-time NBA champion is doing his bit to help out citizens affected by COVID-19 crisis across America by joining All In Challenge.

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Kevin Durant NCAA POY Trophy, courtside seats rake in $110,000 at All In Challenge auction

Kevin Durant NCAA POY Trophy and courtside seats have helped bring in $110,000 in donations as part of All In Challenge auction that was held earlier this week. Along with Kevin Durant NCAA POY Trophy, lucky winner will also go out to dinner at one of Durant's favourite local restaurants. lucky winner will have his/her airfare paid for along with transportation to and from airport and will be gifted a two-night hotel stay in Brooklyn. 

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Kevin Durant had a phemenal college career as a basketball player. Texas Longhorns star averd 25.8 points per game, 11.1 rebounds and 1.3 assists over 35 games, which led to him picking up  Kevin Durant NCAA POY Trophy. A potential Kevin Durant return could be possible this season as mentioned by Nets GM Sean Marks but only if player is ready. Meanwhile, Kevin Durant documentary 2020 is set to be released later this month on May 15.

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18:52 IST, May 8th 2020