Kevin Durant

Kevin Durant is best known as a professional basketball player in the NBA, widely regarded as one of the best scorers in the history of the game. Durant has won multiple NBA championships and MVP awards during his career, playing for teams like the Golden State Warriors and Oklahoma City Thunder. Off the court, he is an entrepreneur and philanthropist, having founded Thirty Five Ventures, an investment company, and the Durant Family Charitable Foundation, which focuses on educational and athletic programs for youth. Durant's influence extends beyond basketball, impacting business and philanthropy.

Durant's upbringing and early years before he became a prominent figure in basketball:

• Kevin Wayne Durant was born on September 29, 1988, in Washington, D.C., USA.
• Showed a passion for basketball from a young age and played in various youth leagues.
• Attended National Christian Academy and Oak Hill Academy, where he showcased his basketball talents.
• Transferred to Montrose Christian School in Maryland for his senior year.
• Played one season for the University of Texas Longhorns (2006-2007), where he was named the Big 12 Freshman of the Year and Naismith College Player of the Year.
• Drafted as the second overall pick in the 2007 NBA Draft by the Seattle SuperSonics (later Oklahoma City Thunder).
• Quickly established himself as one of the premier scorers in the NBA, winning multiple MVP awards and championships.

Kevin Durant's family has played a significant role in his life, offering support and guidance throughout his journey to becoming a basketball superstar. 

• His mother, Wanda Durant, is known for her strong influence on Durant's life and career. She has been actively involved in supporting her son's endeavors and has been seen at many of his games.
• Durant's grandmother, Barbara Davis, also helped raise him.
• His father, Wayne Pratt, Durant's biological father, has had a less visible presence in Durant's life due to his parents' separation when Durant was young.
• Durant has one older brother, Tony Durant who also played basketball in college.
• He also has two half-siblings, Brianna and Rayvonne Pratt, from another relationship his father had.
• Durant has been private about his romantic relationships, with little publicly available information.