Kevin Durant sparked a social-media dispute by stating the 2026-27 Philadelphia 76ers are better on paper than the 2016-19 Golden State Warriors [1].
The exchange highlights the enduring tension and competitive nature of the Warriors' dynasty members, as former teammates publicly disagree on the legacy of one of the most dominant runs in NBA history.
Durant made the comments on X, formerly known as Twitter, while replying to a fan who argued that the Philadelphia 76ers' roster was superior [2]. The critique specifically compared the upcoming 76ers squad to the Warriors' roster from the 2016-19 period [1]. Some reports specifically noted the comparison focused on the 2017 Warriors team [3].
Klay Thompson responded to Durant's assessment with a brief rebuttal. "Aye man u good?" Thompson said [4].
Draymond Green also joined the conversation to push back against Durant's take [3]. The dispute centers on a period of unprecedented success for Golden State, including a regular season in 2015-16 where the team finished with 73 wins [5].
While the 76ers roster for the 2026-27 season is a point of contention, reports vary on the exact composition of the team Durant was referencing. Some accounts list the roster as including Tyrese Maxey, VJ Edgecombe, Jaylen Brown, LeBron James, and Joel Embiid [6], while other reports identify the core as Tyrese Maxey, Joel Embiid, and James Harden [2].
Durant has frequently used social media to engage with fans and critique current and former teams. This latest exchange continues a pattern of public discourse between Durant and his former Golden State teammates regarding their collective achievements and individual legacies.
“"Aye man u good?"”
This disagreement underscores the difficulty of comparing different eras of NBA talent and the subjective nature of 'on paper' roster strength. By challenging the 2016-19 Warriors, Durant is questioning the perceived ceiling of a dynasty that defined the late 2010s, while Thompson and Green are defending the tangible success of that era against the theoretical potential of a future roster.
