Media members across different sports have been asking various athletes for their opinions on Colin Kaepernick’s Anthem protest, and fellow Bay Area star Kevin Durant got his turn.
Anthony Slater of the Bay Area News Group shared the following quote from Kevin Durant:
“I’m behind anyone who stands up for what they believe in,” Durant said. “Colin Kaepernick is standing up for what he believes in. That’s what makes our country so great, right? You have the luxury to do so. He was unapologetic about it and, in his defense, I don’t think he was trying to disrespect anyone. I think he was trying to get his point across. I’m all for anyone who wants to do that. As athletes, we have this huge platform. A lot of people are watching at all times. Sometimes it may not be what you do, they like. But if you feel like it’s gonna be impactful, that’s on you. I feel like everyone should stand up for what they believe.”
And with that response, the Bay Area is standing strong together in support of Kaepernick. Steph Curry had similar comments to Durant’s, so the new teammates are already on the same page.