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Warriors GM credits Kevin Durant with keeping team together

By MICHAEL WAGAMAN - Associated Press

FILE - In this June 12, 2017 file photo, Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant reacts after scoring against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the second half of Game 5 of basketball's NBA Finals in Oakland, Calif. A person with knowledge of the situation tells The Associated Press that Durant has agreed to terms on a two-year deal worth about $53 million to remain with the Golden State Warriors. The deal calls for about $25 million in the first year with a player option for the second season. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the contract cannot be signed until Thursday, July 6, 2017. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez, File)

Kevin Durant agrees to 2-year deal with Warriors

By Janie McCauley - Associated Press

FILE - In this June 12, 2017, file photo, Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant gestures as he holds the Bill Russell NBA Finals Most Valuable Player Award after Game 5 of basketball's NBA Finals between the Warriors and the Cleveland Cavaliers in Oakland, Calif. A person with direct knowledge of the decision says Kevin Durant has declined to opt in for the second year of his contract with Golden State as expected, and will become an unrestricted free agent. Durant now must work out a new deal with the Warriors when free agency begins Saturday, the person said, speaking on condition of anonymity Thursday, June 29, 2017, because Durant’s choice had not been formally announced. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez, File)

Kevin Durant declines to opt into contract

By Janie McCauley - Associated Press

FILE - In this April 23, 2017 file photo, Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) shoots between Houston Rockets guard Patrick Beverley, rear, and guard James Harden, right, in the fourth quarter of Game 4 of a first-round NBA basketball playoff series in Oklahoma City. Westbrook will join Houston’s James Harden and San Antonio’s Kawhi Leonard as finalists for the league’s MVP award. The winner will be announced Monday, June 26, at the inaugural NBA Awards show. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki, File)

Westbrook set to learn if his historic season was an MVP one

By CLIFF BRUNT - Associated Press

Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant speaks at a news conference after Game 5 of basketball's NBA Finals between the Warriors and the Cleveland Cavaliers in Oakland, Calif., Monday, June 12, 2017. The Warriors won 129-120 to win the NBA championship. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)

Durant planned for this title months ago in picking Warriors

By JANIE McCAULEY - Associated Press

Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant, center, celebrates with his mother Wanda Durant as he is named the NBA Finals Most Valuable Player after Game 5 of basketball's NBA Finals between the Warriors and the Cleveland Cavaliers in Oakland, Calif., Monday, June 12, 2017. The Warriors won 129-120 to win the NBA championship. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)

NBA Finals: Kevin Durant has emotional moment with his mom after win

By Matthew Paras - The Washington Times

Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James, left, dunks in front of Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant (35) during the second half of Game 5 of basketball's NBA Finals in Oakland, Calif., Monday, June 12, 2017. The Warriors won 129-120 to win the NBA championship. (Ezra Shaw/Pool Photo via AP)

No longer NBA champions, Cavaliers are now chasing Warriors

By TOM WITHERS - Associated Press

Golden State Warriors players, coaches and owners hold up the Larry O'Brien NBA Championship Trophy after Game 5 of basketball's NBA Finals between the Warriors and the Cleveland Cavaliers in Oakland, Calif., Monday, June 12, 2017. The Warriors won 129-120 to win the NBA championship. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)

Warriors join Bulls, Lakers, Celtics on list of NBA’s greats

By BRIAN MAHONEY - Associated Press

Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson, from left, guard Stephen Curry and forward Kevin Durant celebrate after Game 5 of basketball's NBA Finals against the Cleveland Cavaliers in Oakland, Calif., Monday, June 12, 2017. The Warriors won 129-120 to win the NBA championship. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)

Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant look to build a Warriors dynasty

By Janie McCauley - Associated Press

Golden State Warriors players celebrate after beating the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 5 of basketball's NBA Finals in Oakland, Calif., Monday, June 12, 2017. The Warriors won 129-120 to win the NBA championship. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)

Kevin Durant, Stephen Curry lead Warriors to NBA title

By JANIE McCAULEY - Associated Press

Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James speaks at a news conference after Game 5 of basketball's NBA Finals between the Golden State Warriors and the Cavaliers in Oakland, Calif., Monday, June 12, 2017. The Warriors won 129-120 to win the NBA championship. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)

LeBron James spectacular again, but his efforts not enough for Cavs

By Josh Dubow - Associated Press

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (23) defends a shot by Cleveland Cavaliers center Tristan Thompson (13) during the first half of Game 1 of basketball's NBA Finals in Oakland, Calif., Thursday, June 2, 2016. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)

Durant’s non-foul looms large in Warriors’ game-deciding run

Associated Press

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers watches as players warm up before Game 5 of basketball's NBA Finals between the Golden State Warriors and the Cleveland Cavaliers in Oakland, Calif., Monday, June 12, 2017. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)

The Latest: Warriors beat Cavs 129-120 to win NBA title

Associated Press

Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant reacts after scoring against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the second half of Game 5 of basketball's NBA Finals in Oakland, Calif., Monday, June 12, 2017. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)

Golden State Warriors defeat Cleveland Cavaliers to win NBA Finals

By Janie McCauley - Associated Press

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry sits on the bench during the second half against the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 3 of basketball's NBA Finals in Cleveland, Wednesday, June 8, 2016. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak)

Cavs halt Warriors perfect postseason, party in Game 4

By TOM WITHERS - Associated Press

Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant speaks after Game 3 of basketball's NBA Finals between the Warriors and the Cleveland Cavaliers in Cleveland, early Thursday, June 8, 2017. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)

No questioning Durant’s decision now as Warriors near title

By Brian Mahoney - Associated Press

Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James shoots during warmups for Game 3 between the Cavaliers and the Golden State Warriors in basketball's NBA Finals, in Cleveland, Wednesday, June 7, 2017. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak)

LeBron not faulting Warriors for building powerhouse team

By Tom Withers - Associated Press

Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant (35) reacts in the closing moments against the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 3 of basketball's NBA Finals in Cleveland, Wednesday, June 7, 2017. Golden State won 118-113. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)

Kevin Durant’s shot sends perfect Warriors over Cavs in Finals

By Tom Withers - Associated Press

Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James shoots during warmups for Game 3 between the Cavaliers and the Golden State Warriors in basketball's NBA Finals, in Cleveland, Wednesday, June 7, 2017. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak)

The Latest: Durant, Warriors rally to beat Cavs 118-113

Associated Press

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (23) defends a shot by Cleveland Cavaliers center Tristan Thompson (13) during the first half of Game 1 of basketball's NBA Finals in Oakland, Calif., Thursday, June 2, 2016. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)

Kevin Durant’s menacing defense leads the way for Warriors

By JANIE McCAULEY - Associated Press