During a recent appearance, Durant stated, “I think she’s going to definitely be on one of these teams going forward but right now, there were better candidates out there.”
NBA champion Kevin Durant supports USA Basketball’s choice to not include Caitlin Clark on their squad for the Olympics.
During a conversation with the Wall Street Journal’s Emma Tucker at Journal House during The Cannes Lions Festival, Durant, 35, stated there were “better candidates” for the roster. The 22-year-old’s exclusion from the women’s basketball team competing in the 2024 Paris Olympics sparked intense debate among fans and analysts.
When questioned about the Indiana Fever rookie, the Phoenix Suns player stated that he believes there are still “proper steps you’ve got to take in our world to be considered an Olympian.”
Durant said, along with his Boardroom colleague Rich Kleiman, “I think she’s going to definitely be on one of these teams going forward but right now, there were better candidates out there.”
WNBA players Diana Taurasi, Brittney Griner, Sabrina Ionescu, and Kelsey Plum have all been chosen for Team USA’s 2024 squad.
In addition, he expressed admiration for the WNBA and their efforts in “showcasing” the first overall pick. She is being brilliantly showcased by the WNBA. Every other day, I watch her games on ESPN,” Durant remarked.
“I see her in conversations about whatever topic they’re discussing; there’s a lot of discussion about the game right now, so that’s good too,”
LeBron James, Steph Curry, and Durant, who will play for Team USA in Paris, said that Clark should “continue to keep showing up every day” as she adjusts to life in the NBA.
He mentioned Las Vegas Aces two-time MVP A’ja Wilson when he said, “I think as she continues to keep getting better as a player, her production on the court gets better, then the league will grow along with some of the other women who are coming in.”
Durant continued, “There are just so many amazing players in our league that Caitlin has helped bring attention to, and that will help the league grow over time.”
Speaking to reporters on June 9, Clark expressed her satisfaction with the selection following the unveiling of the Olympic roster.
According to ESPN, Clark stated, “I’m excited for the girls that are on the team.” “I am aware that this is the world’s most competitive squad, and I also understand that my inclusion on the team or exclusion from it might have happened in either scenario. I will be cheering them on to the gold. It will be enjoyable to watch the Olympics because I grew up watching them,” the Fever guard added.
To be honest, I’m not disappointed. It’s a dream, but it offers me something to strive for. I hope to be able to visit there someday. It’s just a bit more motivation, in my opinion. You recall that. Hopefully, I can be there when the next four years roll around.
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Taylor Swift Booed at Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans
Taylor Swift had an unexpected moment at Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans, where the reception was far from welcoming.
Not only did her boyfriend, Travis Kelce, and the Kansas City Chiefs leave the game without a victory, but Swift herself faced loud boos when she appeared on the big screen.
Swift’s Reaction to the Crowd
Despite being one of the most beloved music icons with a massive global fanbase, Swift wasn’t spared from a less-than-friendly reception at the Super Bowl.
Attending the game at Caesars Superdome to support Kelce, Swift was simply enjoying the matchup when cameras caught her on screen. However, rather than cheers, the crowd erupted in boos.
Seemingly caught off guard, Swift turned to her friend, rapper Ice Spice, and was seen mouthing, “What is going on?” Her reaction suggested genuine surprise at the unexpected negativity.
A possible explanation? Swift, originally from Pennsylvania, has publicly supported the Philadelphia Eagles in the past. She was even spotted wearing an Eagles sweatshirt in New York City years ago. But since dating Kelce, she has aligned herself with the Chiefs—a shift some Eagles fans in the stadium may not have appreciated.
Donald Trump Chimes In
The moment didn’t escape the attention of former President Donald Trump, who took to Truth Social to comment.
“The only one who had a tougher night than the Kansas City Chiefs was Taylor Swift. She got BOOED out of the stadium. MAGA is very unforgiving!” he wrote.
Meanwhile, Trump himself received a notably warm welcome from the crowd, with many fans showing excitement at his presence.
The Twitter account End Wokeness also highlighted the contrast, tweeting: “Taylor Swift got mercilessly booed. Trump got a hero’s welcome. Total culture shift.”
Elon Musk’s Take
Elon Musk, a frequent critic of Swift and a vocal Trump supporter, weighed in with a short but sharp comment: “Vibe shift is real.”
This isn’t the first time Musk has taken jabs at Swift. After she publicly endorsed Kamala Harris, Musk previously joked, “Fine Taylor… you win… I will give you a child and guard your cats with my life,” referencing Swift’s lighthearted “childless cat lady” remark.
While Swift may have faced boos at the Super Bowl, her dedicated fanbase remains unwavering. As for the crowd’s reaction, it seems sports loyalty and politics continue to be major talking points, even in the entertainment world.
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