Prime, a rapidly growing hydration drink brand founded by YouTubers Logan Paul and KSI, has been making big moves in the sports world. Their recent partnership with NBA star Kevin Durant has garnered a lot of attention, especially after a controversial exchange on Paul’s podcast involving another social media sensation, IShowSpeed (Darren Watkins Jr).
During the podcast, it was evident that Durant didn’t seem to vibe with Speed’s style, particularly when Speed expressed his childhood admiration for Durant. The NBA star responded with a blunt “Get off my d**k,” which didn’t sit well with some fans. One fan even called out Durant for his behavior, suggesting that he tends to get defensive when people joke around with him.
IShowSpeed asks Kevin Durant if he’ll go on a 2 man with him
“Bro i will not bring any women around you” 😭😭 pic.twitter.com/EXZm3C4xx6
— FearBuck (@FearedBuck) July 9, 2024
In response, Durant didn’t hold back, firing back with a strong message: “Go get u some money before u try to joke on me cuz I’m goin for the kill every time.” This sparked further debate about whether Durant’s behavior was genuine or part of the podcast’s theme.
Interestingly, neither Speed nor Paul had anything negative to say about Durant, hinting that the exchange might have been staged for entertainment purposes.
KD is 100% the guy who brings up money or says smd when people just roasting like normal https://t.co/0jyMaSXntG
— WhoElz (@juelzthatmana12) July 17, 2024
Fans debate KD’s testy response to Speed
However, it’s worth noting that not all interactions between Durant and Speed were tense. Throughout the 45-minute conversation, there were lighthearted moments that suggested a more amicable relationship between the two.
The incident has sparked mixed reactions from fans and raised questions about the dynamics of celebrity interactions in the age of social media. It’s clear that Durant’s response was polarizing, with some defending his right to stand up for himself and others criticizing him for being overly defensive.
Suns star Kevin Durant’s fiery response to critic of controversial IShowSpeed videohttps://t.co/G9CPT3lqnS
— hasink (@hasink173753) July 17, 2024
Ultimately, it’s difficult to determine the true nature of the exchange between Durant and Speed. What is clear, however, is that it has sparked a broader conversation about how public figures navigate interactions with fans and fellow celebrities in the digital age.
As Prime continues to make waves in the sports world and beyond, it will be interesting to see how this incident impacts their future partnerships and collaborations.
