Kevin Durant created a stir on social media after the basketball star lauded J. Cole’s rap skills while throwing shade at fans of “fake tough guys” in Hip-Hop. On Sunday (Feb. 23), Durant took to X to share his reaction to Cole’s new song, “cLOUDS,” which was released Friday (Feb. 21).

NBA icon Kevin Durant is one of the few NBA players who is not afraid to bring the smoke to sports fans who cross the line.

Phoenix Suns power forward Kevin Durant isn’t holding back on his thoughts about J. Cole nor Drake, and unfortunately, rap fans are coming at him for his opinion. Don’t read into his praise for the two rappers;