Kevin Durant signed with the Golden State Warriors in hopes of capturing an elusive ring. Warriors’ management expected Durant to deliver in big moments, and in a championship or bust situation, Durant exceeded expectations. The 2017 Finals MVP delivered clutch performances, especially in Game 3, to add a ring to his four scoring titles.
In Game 5, Durant contributed 39 points to lead the Warriors to their second championship in three seasons. Since his decision to sign with Golden State, he drew criticism for leaving Oklahoma City. Durant has been a competitor throughout his NBA career and wanted to win a championship.