"Send Bronny back to daycare KD" - Fans react to Kevin Durant’s 3-word admission on blocking Bronny James’ shot

Phoenix Suns star forward Kevin Durant attempted to reject Bronny James' layup during the Suns-LA Lakers preseason game on Thursday, Oct. 17. However, Durant was called for a shooting foul, sending Bronny to the charity stripe for a pair of free throws.

One NBA fan pointed out that the idea of Durant blocking LeBron James' son in an NBA game is "crazy." The 36-year-old Durant, who is entering his 17th NBA season, responded to that fan by saying,

"Damn, I'm old."

NBA fans also joked about the matter, with some laughing about the age difference between Bronny and Durant.

"Send Bronny back to daycare KD," one fan joked.

Fan's react to KD's statement after fouling Bronny (Photo credits: Bleacher Report's IG)

"Unc guarding nephew," one fan said.

Fan's react to KD's statement after fouling Bronny (Photo credits: Bleacher Report's IG)

"Lol Unc and nephew playing each other," another person tweeted.

Fan's react to KD's statement after fouling Bronny (Photo credits: Bleacher Report's IG)

Meanwhile, other fans could not help but marvel at KD's longevity, especially how well he bounced back from an Achilles injury.

"KD is approaching 20 years we gotta talk about his longevity and biggest comeback from an injury ever," one fan said.

Fan's react to KD's statement after fouling Bronny (Photo credits: Bleacher Report's IG)

"KD's productivity post Achilles injury needs to be studied," another tweeted.

Fan's react to KD's statement after fouling Bronny (Photo credits: Bleacher Report's IG)

"KD's longevity isn't talked about enough," one person pointed out.

Fan's react to KD's statement after fouling Bronny (Photo credits: Bleacher Report's IG)

Kevin Durant played a solid preseason game against the LA Lakers. During Thursday's game, he scored 19 points and had eight rebounds and assists. Despite Durant's strong performance, the Lakers won by six (128-122) in overtime behind 35 points from rookie Dalton Knecht. Bronny James finished with four points.

Thursday's game was the second preseason game played between the Suns and the Lakers. The first one was played on Oct. 6 wherein Durant registered six points, five rebounds and two assists. The Suns won that contest with a final score of 118-114.

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Kevin Durant talked about LeBron James' GOAT status when they were teammates for the 2024 Paris Olympics

Instead of being rivals in an NBA game, Kevin Durant and LeBron James took the court together as teammates this past summer at the Paris Olympics. The two, along with Steph Curry, were the veteran leaders for the USA Men's Basketball team.

Under their leadership, Team USA brought home their fifth straight gold medal for basketball.

During that time, Durant also shared why LeBron was considered as the GOAT. In an interview with the "Today Show," Durant, said that LeBron's approach to the game, especially his energy and enthusiasm, is contagious.

"The more you’re around him as a teammate, you can see why he’s considered the best player to ever play,” Durant said.

Kevin Durant and LeBron James have had many epic battles against each other including three Finals series. The first one was in 2012 when LeBron's Miami Heat took on Kevin Durant's OKC Thunder. The Heat would go on to win that series 4-1.

They also faced each other in back-to-back Finals in 2017 and 2018 when LeBron returned to the Cleveland Cavaliers and Durant joined the Golden State Warriors. Durant's side came out on top both times.