Kevin Durant Shares Insight on Jayson Tatum's Recovery
Joe Mazzulla and Jayson Tatum's mother sought advice after Tatum tore his Achilles, Kevin Durant revealed in an exclusive interview with CLNS Media. Durant, now 37, reflected on how his own 2019 Achilles injury changed his game.
Leaving TD Garden after scoring 26 points on 8-for-11 shooting against the Celtics, Durant paused and demonstrated how he adjusted his play style.
“It was small, subtle changes, subtle tweaks. But I felt like my bread-and-butter was my short to mid-range. I felt like I can still shoot the threes, the side-steps, the step-backs, that was cool, but I just felt like I had to be way more efficient and get closer to the rim.”
Durant reluctantly accepted the role as the “Achilles guy,” known for his remarkable comeback from a devastating injury. He became a go-to source for players experiencing the same tough recovery process.
- Durant missed 15 months after the injury.
- He averaged 26.9 points per game and earned All-Star status in his first 35 games back.
- In his sixth season post-injury, he averaged 27.8 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 5.1 assists per game.
- Durant shot 53.1% from the field and 41.4% from three-point range, matching or surpassing his performance from the previous 12 seasons.
His recovery stands as one of the most successful returns from an Achilles tear in basketball history.
Author's summary: Kevin Durant discusses subtle game adjustments after his Achilles injury while providing guidance to Jayson Tatum's recovery, highlighting his remarkable comeback and sustained excellence.
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