Kevin Durant, the Houston Rockets forward, revealed Monday night that he has asked USA Basketball managing director Grant Hill to consider him for the U.S. men’s basketball team at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Durant will be just shy of his 40th birthday when the games begin, but he emphasized his ongoing commitment to representing Team USA.
Durant Reflects on His Olympic Legacy and Challenges Ahead
Durant has competed in four previous Olympic Games, setting a men’s basketball record for most appearances. Throughout his career representing the U.S., he also became the team’s all-time leading scorer. Despite this, Durant recognizes that age and emerging talent will make selection difficult.
I didn’t want to just take my name out of consideration just because of the simple fact that I’m older and I did it before,
Durant said on Monday.
Grant understands my love for Team USA. That’s my family. The level of love I have for Team USA and the whole organization over there is unmatched, so I’d love to be part of it until I’m done playing.
I understand how tough that decision is for Grant, and how many great players are going to emerge the next year and a half, and I’m also very old compared to a lot of these players,
Durant added, acknowledging the competition he will face.
Current Performance Highlights Durant’s Continued Impact
Now in his 18th NBA season, Durant maintains a strong performance, averaging 25.9 points per game while shooting 50.7 percent from the field. His determination to continue at a high level supports his hope to compete in the upcoming Olympics on home soil in Los Angeles, representing the U.S. once again among rising players and across the global stage.
