Team USA Front Office
Kevin Durant expresses interest in becoming the Team USA general manager after retirement.
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Kevin Durant has his next career move already mapped out. The Houston Rockets forward wants to become the general manager of Team USA Basketball after he retires, Yardbarker reports. Durant, who turns 38 next month, would be filling the role previously held by Jerry Colangelo from 2005 to 2021.
The four-time Olympic gold medalist brings serious credentials for the job. Durant has scored 518 career Olympic points — the most of any American player — and won MVP honors at both the Olympics and FIBA World Championship Mod Bee. He is under contract with the Rockets through 2028.
Durant's International Basketball Resume
Durant's resume as a national team player is unmatched. He won three USA Basketball Male Athlete of the Year awards and claimed gold at four Olympic Games Charlotte Observer. His 518 career Olympic points stand as an American record. Few players understand elite international competition as well as Durant does.
The Role He's Eyeing Has Recent History
Colangelo built Team USA into a global powerhouse during his 16 years leading the program. The GM position oversees roster construction, coaching hires, and strategy for Olympic and World Championship teams. It's one of basketball's most prestigious front-office jobs Miami Herald.
A Natural Transition From Court to Front Office
Durant's desire to move into executive work fits a broader trend among star players. Many athletes leverage their on-court success and relationships into management roles after retirement Kentucky.com Durant's respect across the NBA and international game could serve him well in building rosters and making key decisions for Team USA.
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