OKC Thunder: Stronger Durant set for big season

 
By Mike Baldwin | Published: October 2, 2008   

Kevin Durant’s debut NBA season was remarkable. So remarkable he was named Rookie of the Year.

Several pro scouts, including Ryan Blake, the associate director of NBA scouting, believe Durant could take his game to another level if he adds muscle to complement a potent outside game. Durant averaged 20.3 points as a rookie to rank 24th in the league, but most of his production was from the perimeter.

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"It starts with confidence,” Blake said. "It was clear Kevin Durant gained some confidence as the season went on. Obviously, he can do a lot of things on the perimeter. And...
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