Shaun Livingston highlights Kevin Durant's work ethic while giving advice to young hoopers: "It means something to him"

Kevin Durant is one of the greatest scorers of all time and one of the most dedicated players in the history of basketball. Shaun Livingston got to see Durant’s work ethic first hand when the two played for the Golden State Warriors.

Livingston went on the “All the Smoke” podcast with Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson to discuss Durant’s mind-blowing determination to be the best scorer in the league. Livingston said Durant cared more than most about the game:

“It means something to him. You can tell he’s studying and watching tape at home."

The former Warriors role player gave some advice to young players on how to learn from Durant. He said it was a unique time to watch the legendary Durant even after practice:

“What kids need to do, is don’t even watch practice. Watch after practice,” Livingston said. “Watch after practice how he goes through his routine.”

Kevin Durant's work ethic is unlike anyone else

Livingston was blown away watching Kevin Durant work. He said Durant blew everyone away with his abilities at his size.

“Watching him put the work in was crazy. It’s like he’s really a seven-foot guard out here with the handles, dribbling like this and shooting like this,” Livingston said. “He shouldn’t be able to do this.”

Durant is a unique specimen. He plays like a true shooting guard despite his size. Livingston credits his abilities to his workouts and unreal moves:

“It’s like a tactician. He is surgical with his movements, the footwork, the balance, the form."

Livingston admired Durant’s dedication as well. His preparation went beyond on-court workouts.

“People don’t know how much this man is a student of the game. Just his work ethic man,” Livingston said of Durant.

Durant has constantly said he cares about basketball above all else. He spends endless hours in the gym and just wants to hoop. Livingston attested to that drive:

“That man, he live to hoop, for real."

Kevin Durant will try to win his third title next season with the Phoenix Suns. He will play alongside newly acquired Bradley Beal and Phoenix centerpiece Devin Booker.