In this special episode of The ETCS, Eddie Gonzalez and Kevin Durant dive into the never-ending conversation around the NBA MVP. Between Jayson Tatum, Nikola Jokic, Giannis Antetokounmpo and more - the duo dive into the lack of understanding around the actual MVP criteria, the role of the media in the discourse and what it all means to a player's legacy.

The ETCs with Kevin Durant

Who Does Kevin Durant Have As MVP?

Kevin Durant and Eddie Gonzalez discuss Nike and KD's illustrious collection of basketball shoes and what's next, 50 Cent vs. Lil Wayne in a Verzuz, Drake's unreleased music, Matt Damon and Ben Affleck's new drama AIR and what Michael Jordan will mean to footwear forever.

Kevin Durant discusses the impact of Michael Jordan on sneaker culture

In the latest episode of The ETCs, Kevin Durant and Eddie Gonzalez discuss KD being 6-0 as a Phoenix Sun, coming back from injury, how Dillon Brooks reputation precedes him, the playoff push and the 2023 NBA Hall Of Fame class.

Kevin Durant Is Finding His Stride In Phoenix

KD sits down to discuss the 2023 McDonald's All-American game and Bronny James' participation, whether or not he thinks Drake is retiring from rap, his relationship with the media and much more.

Kevin Durant Discusses Bronny James, Lil Yachty, Charles Barkley & More | The ETCs

KD sits down for the first time since the trade to Phoenix and goes inside on how the trade went down, his relationship with Kyrie Irving, his new Suns teammates, what he’s excited about, and much more.

Kevin Durant Opens Up About Suns Trade & Brooklyn Era | The ETCs

Kevin Durant is now a member of the Phoenix Suns and is not in the Boardroom office today. So - New York Liberty superstar Sabrina Ionescu joins the show as guest host to chop it up with Eddie Gonzalez. She unpacks a crazy WNBA off-season that saw stars Breanna Stewart, Jonquel Jones, and Courtney Vandersloot all join her in New York. She also talks KD’s trade to Phoenix, her take on the state of women’s college basketball, her love of sneakers and much more.  

Sabrina Ionescu dishes on Breanna Stewart, WNBA Super Team Era & More | The ETCs

Kevin Durant & Eddie Gonzalez are back as KD gives an update on his injury status, break down the superstar play of Nic Claxton, what young players poised to be All-Stars in the coming years, LeBron’s Legacy, the New York Liberty building a super team, Drake at the Apollo, JCole vs Kendrick Lamar and more on a supersized episode of The ETCs. 

KD on the All-Star Game, LeBron’s Scoring Title, Injury Update & More | The ETCs

In The ETCs 2022 finale, Kevin Durant & Eddie each give their top 5 albums of the year. They also talk about KD’s ability to drop 30 points on any night, the reasoning behind sitting members of the team, and Kyrie Irving wearing the KD2s!

SZA dropped KD’s name on SOS & his Top Albums of the 2022!

Are Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers still the best Quarterbacks in the NFL? Who's the future of the league? The ETCs with Kevin Durant and Eddie Gonzalez are back as they go deep on everything happening in the NFL, KD's 45pt performance against the Magic, what they're currently watching more.

Kevin Durant on Tom Brady, Aaron Rodgers, the Future of the NFL & More | The ETCs

Kevin Durant and Eddie Gonzalez are back and this time they break down the state of the Brooklyn Nets after a long road trip, Kevin’s interview with Bleacher Report and what needs more context, Yuta Watanabe’s crazy season so far, who's on the rise across the league and much more. 

Kevin Durant Discusses State of The Nets

Kevin Durant and Eddie Gonzalez are back and this time they break down Drake & 21 Savage’s album “Her Loss” as well as what it’s like guarding Luka Doncic, KD’s thoughts on new Brooklyn Nets coach Jacque Vaughn, playing against LeBron, new music from SZA & Rihanna and more. 

Kevin Durant Reviews “Her Loss,” Talks LeBron, Guarding Luka, and More

To kick off Season Three of The ETCs, Kevin Durant and Eddie Gonzalez sit down at the Nets’ practice facility in Brooklyn. The two discuss Kevin’s mindset as he enters the 16th season of his NBA career and what it’s been like being a veteran running with young talent. They talk about the biggest preseason stories, including the drama between Draymond Green and Jordan Poole, Russell Westbrook’s evolving position on the Lakers, and the return of Zion Williamson. The duo also looks forward to Durant’s impending professional milestone: joining the illustrious 30,000-point club and begin to consider how that achievement will position him among NBA legends. Additionally, the two dive into pop culture, discussing Lil Baby’s third studio album, “It’s Only Me.” Lastly, Kevin opens up about his greatest offseason acquisition, his new dog, Seven. 

Kevin Durant Unlocks Season 16

Kevin returns with plenty to talk about. The guys kick things off discussing the 2022 NBA Draft and top prospects like Jabari Smith Jr., Paolo Banchero, Chet Holmgren, Jaden Ivey and more. Then Kevin talks about the state of the Brooklyn Nets and Kyrie Irving's pending decisions on his potential free agency, his involvement with the Nets this offseason and more. Plus, Kevin gives his thoughts on the 2022 NBA Finals, the narrative that he's "jealous" of the Warriors and Steph Curry, Charles Barkley and riding the bus and being a bus driver, the release of the KD 15s, Drake's new album "Honestly, Nevermind" and much, much more. 

Kevin Durant is Back

Kyrie Irving returns to the show to talk with Eddie Gonzalez about the 2021-22 season, including his New York City vaccine mandate saga, returning to the court and the Nets postseason loss to the Boston Celtics. The seven-time All-Star looks back at the injury that ended his 2021 postseason and how soon he could have returned had the Nets advanced, plus he goes back to his time with the Cavaliers and Celtics earlier in his career. Kyrie also discusses his life off the court, the pressures he faces as a superstar athlete and how that helped form the kinship he shares with Kevin Durant, if he should have made the NBA75, and his title as the "most skilled player ever." Finally he discusses his outlook on the future of the Nets, where the team goes from here and much, much more.

Kyrie Irving Is Back On The ETCs 

In a special edition of the show, KD and Eddie link up with JJ Redick and Tommy Alter, hosts of The Old Man and the Three podcast. They guys discuss JJ and KD's epic 2014 Western Conference Semifinals matchup between the Clippers and Thunder. From there they discuss their meticulous shooting routines, Kevin's rookie year and relocating from Seattle to Oklahoma City, as well as the championship mentality of the Golden State Warriors. Plus, they talk JJ and Kevin's forays into the media business, their favorite players to watch, Kevin's status as an honorary Duke Blue Devil and much, much more. 

The ETCs x The Old Man and the Three

Welcome to The ETCs Podcast, where Kevin Durant, Eddie Gonzalez, and special guests will have candid conversations about the best of sports, music, entertainment and culture. From what's currently going on in the NBA to the history of some of your favorite albums to actors and producers who have changed the way that film and TV are made, The ETCs brings you never-before-heard stories and perspectives about all of your favorite topics.

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The ETCs with Kevin Durant

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