Overview
- Screenshots linked by users to X handle @gethigher77 claim derogatory comments about Houston’s Jabari Smith Jr. and Alperen Şengün as well as former teammates Devin Booker, Kyrie Irving and Ben Simmons.
- The images have not been authenticated, Durant has not acknowledged owning the account, and the profile was set to private during All-Star Weekend.
- Multiple outlets refuted viral posts claiming an NBA suspension or investigation, noting no discipline or probe has been announced.
- Videos from All-Star events showed Durant frequently on his phone, fueling social media scrutiny as the rumors circulated.
- Reaction split: analyst Bill Simmons suggested there is probably some smoke, while agent Rich Paul urged perspective on players’ online lives; prior interviews show Durant has admitted to using anonymous accounts in the past.