Why Kevin Durant Might Be the Smartest Investor in Sports Right Now

Let’s talk about Kevin Durant—but not the version dropping 30 from the elbow or roasting defenders with that seven-foot jump shot that looks like a cheat code. I’m talking about the other KD. The quiet, calculated, Silicon-Valley-tucked-behind-a-hoodie KD. The one who turned a controversial move to Golden State into one of the greatest business pivots in athlete history. In this episode, we’re diving into how Durant—and his longtime business partner Rich Kleiman—built Thirty Five Ventures into a machine that touches tech, media, sports, culture, and generational wealth strategy. And not in a “celebrity investor” way. More like: “Oh wow… Kevin Durant got a 54x return on Coinbase and I’m over here still refreshing my Robinhood screen wondering why my stocks look like Miami humidity sat on them.” We get into: How moving to the Bay changed everything for KD Why his humility and willingness to learn made Silicon Valley open the doors most athletes never see The real value of equity vs. endorsements (and why superstar deals are shifting forever) Why Boardroom isn’t just a media brand—it’s KD saying, “I’ll tell my own story, thanks” How Durant now sits in the same business conversation as LeBron and Serena… and why his strategy might actually be the most sustainable of the three This is an episode about money, sure… but really it’s about curiosity. It’s about being willing to start over at the top of your game. It’s about what happens when someone embraces mentors, experts, and unknowns rather than pretending they already have all the answers. And at the heart of it: it’s a blueprint for any of us who want to build something that lasts longer than a great season. If you ever want to buy or sell a property anywhere in the world, our team would be honored to help get you to your next destination. Until next time, stay curious, stay hungry, and as always… stay ALL IN! Amit Bhuta COMPASS ALL IN Miami Group Licensed Real Estate Agent (305) 439-3031 Mobile [email protected] ALLinMiami.com