The Phoenix Suns’ superstar has just conquered his fourth consecutive gold medal in Paris 2024, an absolute record in the history of men’s basketball.
The participation of Kevin Durant in the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games is uncertain, although the national men’s basketball team of the United States has shown a clear interest in his comeback. Durant, who is already an Olympic legend, holds the record for the most gold medals in men’s basketball history with four, and is the all-time leading scorer for the US team in the Olympics. Since 2012, he has been a constant presence in each Olympic edition, leading the team with his talent and experience.
Last Monday, during ESPN’s “The Hoop Collective” podcast, Brian Windhorst revealed that although Durant’s participation in Los Angeles 2028 has not been confirmed, his return cannot be ruled out. “I wouldn’t rule out KD playing, and I spoke with Team USA officials, who would give him a provisional yes at this time,” commented Windhorst. This statement reflects the national team’s desire to have Durant on their roster for what could be his final Olympic appearance.
Durant, currently a star for the Phoenix Suns, was cautious when asked about his possible return to the national team, but he did not completely rule it out. “We’ll see,” was his brief response to reporters last Saturday, leaving the door open to the possibility of wearing the Team USA jersey in 2028.
At 39 years old during the Los Angeles Olympics, Durant may choose not to participate, considering the physical demands that competing at the highest level would entail. His health will be a determining factor, especially after uncertainty surrounded his participation in the 2024 Paris Games, where initially it was thought he could miss the tournament due to a calf strain that kept him out of exhibition games.
Kevin Durant Shined in Paris 2024
Despite these concerns, Durant once again demonstrated his value in Paris, playing a key role off the bench before starting in the final against France, where the US team claimed the gold medal. During the tournament, he averaged 13.8 points and 3.2 rebounds per game, shooting an impressive 54.0% from the field and 51.9% from three-point range.
The possibility of Durant extending his gold medal record is still on the table, and if he decides to compete in Los Angeles, he could conclude his Olympic career in a spectacular manner. However, the final decision will depend on his physical condition and willingness to embrace the challenge of competing in another Olympic cycle.