Kevin Durant, a renowned figure in NBA history and a player for the Houston Rockets at 37 years old, is not currently married or publicly involved in any romantic relationship. He openly admits to being single, a decision that seems intentional rather than circumstantial. In late 2025, Durant shared his perspective on relationships during an appearance on the Not This Again podcast hosted by Bobbi Althoff.
Durant expressed that he is not searching for a girlfriend and does not feel societal pressure to marry. He values relationships that are free from labels or specific expectations, preferring to prioritize friendship and personal freedom over traditional commitments. Durant disclosed that he has never imagined having a wedding and, while he is not entirely closed to the idea of marriage one day, it is currently not part of his plans. This approach illustrates his preference for focusing on basketball and living a low-profile personal life.
Overview of Durant’s Previous Engagement to Monica Wright
One of Durant’s most serious past relationships was with former WNBA player Monica Wright. The two initially met in 2006 at the McDonald’s All-American Game and reconnected professionally around 2011 to 2012, when Durant played for the Oklahoma City Thunder and Wright for the Minnesota Lynx. Their relationship became public, culminating in an engagement announcement in July 2013, which ended in 2014.
Reflecting on the breakup in a 2015 GQ interview, Durant stated,
“didn’t know how to love her the right way.”
Wright later identified differing values and her refusal to compromise herself as central reasons for their separation. Since then, Monica Wright has married Michael Rogers, while Durant has stayed unmarried.
Speculated Relationships Throughout the Years
After his split with Wright, Durant has been linked to several high-profile women, though none of these connections were confirmed as serious or long-term. The women often rumored to have dated Durant include Teyana Taylor, LeToya Luckett, Apryl Jones, Crystal Renée, Lana Rhoades, Brittney Elena, and Liz Cambage.
In 2021, Lana Rhoades publicly mentioned going on a date with an unnamed NBA player widely assumed to be Durant, but no ongoing relationship was confirmed. Various other rumors, including those about paternity, remain unsubstantiated. Durant continues to maintain a private stance on these speculations and generally refrains from addressing gossip.
Durant’s Commitment to Basketball Over Romantic Relationships
Throughout his career, Kevin Durant has often joked that he is “married to the game,” a sentiment that still reflects his mindset today. He has openly discussed prioritizing basketball, personal development, and independence above traditional relationship expectations. Raised predominantly by his mother, Wanda, whom he famously referred to as “the real MVP” during his 2014 MVP speech, Durant consistently emphasizes loyalty to his family and career first.
Currently, Durant remains single and dedicated to his sport. Unless there is a significant announcement in the future, his focus on basketball and a private lifestyle is expected to continue.
