Adidas recently caused a significant uproar in the basketball community and their scapegoat was none other than Kevin Durant. Known for his sharp comebacks and on-court resilience, Durant usually rises to the occasion when faced with challenges. However, this time around, Adidas managed to leave him at a loss for words.
The controversy ensued after Kevin Durant took a brutal dig at Adidas’ latest signature shoe for Edwards, to which Adidas responded with a comment that even KD couldn’t reply. The now-deleted response was an instant sensation, igniting debate across social media platforms.
Adidas fires back at Kevin Durant’s troll
Adidas, the renowned sportswear brand, recently found itself at the center of attention after a fiery exchange with NBA star Kevin Durant. The incident began when Wolves guard Anthony Edwards revealed plans to launch his own signature shoe line, the AE 1, set to debut on December 16th.
Anthony Edwards, who has garnised a lot of praise himself, expressed his desire to see his favorite player, Durant, sport his kicks during a game. However, Durant, an athlete affiliated with Nike, swiftly shut down the idea, stating that he would never be caught wearing the Adidas sneakers writing, “Won’t EVER see me put a big toe in them Mfers.”
Adidas didn’t take Kevin Durant’s comment lightly. On their official Twitter account, they fired back with a tweet that has since been deleted, sarcastically dismissing Durant, saying, “U dusty bouta retire soon anyway.” However, Adidas quickly apologized for their response, noting that it was intended to be sent from a burner account, referencing Durant’s past controversy involving social media burner accounts.
The incident caused quite a stir, highlighting the rivalry between Adidas and Nike, two heavyweight brands in the athletic footwear industry. As Edwards’ star continues to rise, his signature shoe line is eagerly anticipated by fans and sneaker enthusiasts alike, as much as they are looking forward to KD responding to that fiery reply.
Durant’s fiery comment on Anthony Edwards’ signature Adidas sneakers
The drama began when Kevin Durant made a fiery comment about fellow player Anthony Edwards’ new Adidas signature shoe. Known for his commitment to Nike throughout his career, Durant’s dig raised eyebrows amongst basketball fans. However, Adidas didn’t shy away from the confrontation and responded with those bold words from their verified Twitter account.
The tweet, which garnered attention due to its brashness, was deleted shortly after it was posted, leaving many wondering if it was an accidental slip-up by the brand. Adidas later attempted to clarify the situation, stating that the comment was intended to be sent from a burner account. Nevertheless, the damage was done, and the feud between Durant and the shoe giant took center stage.
Amidst the drama, Nike’s official Twitter account added fuel to the fire by retweeting a post from Nike Basketball featuring Kevin Durant with the captions, “It’s hard to play well, but it’s easy to work hard” Congrats KD on entering the NBA top all-time regular season scoring list. Continue to be legendary”, further intensifying the rivalry between the two brands.
Amidst the heated exchanges, speculation arose about Durant’s future in the sport, with some suggesting that retirement might be on the horizon. However, despite the controversy, the NBA star seems undeterred and determined to continue playing at the top of his game for the foreseeable future.
While the clash with Adidas and rumors of retirement circulated, it appears that Durant still has a long road ahead in his basketball career. Only time will tell how this feud will continue to unfold and impact the ongoing competition between Nike and Adidas. As of now, the drama seems to have just started.
