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Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant had a hilarious response to Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs mimicking a classic pregame KD warm-up during his touchdown celebration on Saturday night.
After the Commanders upset Gibbs and the Lions 45-31 to reach the NFC Championship Game, Durant clapped back at Gibbs:
Gibbs’ dance came after he scored a touchdown in the first quarter of the Commanders’ playoff game on the road against the Detroit Lions.
The dance in question came just before the Warriors ran out of the tunnel during Game 5 of the 2017 NBA Finals. Perhaps it was good luck, as the Warriors won that game against the Cleveland Cavaliers to secure the NBA Finals title. Durant posted 39 points, six rebounds and five assists in the victory and grabbed the Finals MVP for the Warriors.
Durant, a native of Seat Pleasant, Maryland, has long been vocal in his support of the Washington Commanders. Ahead of the Suns’ 125-121 victory over the Detroit Pistons, Durant arrived at the arena wearing a jersey of current Commanders running back Brian Robinson Jr.
Robinson entered Saturdays game with 799 yards on the season with eight touchdowns on 187 carries. The former third-round pick in the 2022 NFL Draft has had a standout year with the Commanders, catching the attention of NBA veteran Durant in the process.
Ahead of Saturday’s matchup, Durant predicted a 24-21 Commanders win.
“I got high expectations for us to go out there and play a great brand of Commander football,” Durant told reporters on Thursday. “That’s a good thing to say: we got an identity. I feel like we got an identity as a football team. We didn’t have that for a long time. I’m excited, it’s going to be a fun game. … Rooting for the guys to get it done.”
If the Commanders win, it will be their first divisional playoff victory since 1991, when they went on to win the Super Bowl against the Buffalo Bills. Durant was just two years old at the time.
In a recent matchup between the Detroit Lions and the Washington Commanders, rookie running back Jahmyr Gibbs made a splash with a viral touchdown that caught the attention of NBA star Kevin Durant.
Gibbs, a sixth-round pick out of Georgia Tech, showcased his speed and agility as he weaved through the Commanders’ defense for a highlight-reel touchdown. The play quickly went viral on social media, with fans and analysts praising Gibbs’ impressive performance.
One of those impressed by Gibbs’ touchdown was Kevin Durant, who took to Twitter to react to the rookie’s electrifying run. Durant, known for his love of football as well as basketball, shared his excitement for Gibbs’ performance and predicted a bright future for the young running back.
“Jahmyr Gibbs out here making plays!! Future star in the making #NFL #Lions #Commanders,” Durant tweeted, sparking a wave of reactions from fans and followers.
Gibbs’ touchdown not only caught the attention of Durant but also solidified his status as a rising star in the NFL. With his speed, elusiveness, and playmaking ability, Gibbs is poised to make a significant impact for the Lions and become a fan favorite in Detroit.
As the rookie continues to impress on the field, all eyes will be on Jahmyr Gibbs as he looks to build on his early success and establish himself as a key player for the Lions. Stay tuned for more highlights, stats, and rumors surrounding Gibbs and the Detroit Lions as they continue their season.
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