Kevin Durant shares basketball wisdom with a Wizards player after the win

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While the titles are from Houston RocketsMonday’s 123–118 win over the Washington Wizards focused on Trae Young’s bizarre “zero second” ejection.the real story for basketball purists happened after the final buzzer. Kevin Durantdespite sitting through a tough 37 minutes, he stayed on the Capital One Arena floor to mentor one of the league’s newest faces.

Durant was seen pulling Wizards rookie Keyshawn George for an extended chat after the game. 14 time All-Star he appeared to give the 22-year-old points on his positioning and shot selection, demonstrating once again that he is truly a student of the game who never misses an opportunity to coach the next generation.

On the court, Durant was his usual efficient self. “Slim Reaper” finished the night with 30 points and 7 rebounds. He led a Rockets offense that took advantage of a Wizards team that was clearly rattled by the early game clash between Jameer Watkins and Terry Eason. While Alperen Sengun dominated the interior with 32 points and 13 rebounds, Durant provided a steady veteran arm that kept Houston in check throughout the second half.

For George, the midcourt lesson was probably the highlight of a rough night for the Wizards. The rookie finished with 16 points and two assists in 22 minutes of action, struggling at times with Houston’s length. Get a private masterclass from one of the the best scorers in NBA history is a rare perk of the job, and it’s a testament to Durant’s enduring love for the sport.

The Wizards will need George to apply that wisdom quickly. As the Rockets move to 38–22, Washington continues to slide toward the bottom of the Eastern Conference. They will look to bounce back on Thursday against the Utah Jazz, hopefully with Trae Young on the floor this time.





2026-03-03 04:00:00

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