Kemba Walker was incredibly fast and exceptionally flexible.
He also had an uncanny feel for the ball; when he dribbled, it was like it was glued to his palm.
His handles were tight, and he had a decent shot.
He had many strengths. At only fourteen, his skills alone were on par with many professional players.
But he wasn't tall enough.
He was only 5-foot-7!
Basketball is the kind of sport that can make you despair. Ten years of hard work can't compete with someone else being seven-foot-six.
And that wasn't even considering Durant's own improvements. After nearly two months of intense training, his ability to handle contact and his shooting stability under pressure had improved significantly.
His technique had become purer, simplified and efficient like a pro's.
No flashy dribbles. Just a jab step, then a pull-up shot.
Dribble into contact, then a quick stop-and-pop.
A single explosive step, pushing past Walker for a floater that dropped in.
