Colin Kaepernick has got everyone talking whether they like it or not. For the most part, athletes have been standing behind his decision not to stand, although there are definitely players in the NFL and other sports who don’t appreciate his stance. Earlier this week, Kap’s bay area brethren of Steph Curry stepped up and has his back, saying he “applauded” what he was doing. Now Steph’s new teammate, Kevin Durant, is also siding with Kap and explained why to Anthony Slater of Mercury News.

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“I’m behind anyone who stands up for what they believe in,” Durant said. “Colin Kaepernick is standing up for what he believes in. That’s what makes our country so great, right? You have the luxury to do so. He was unapologetic about it and, in his defense, I don’t think he was trying to disrespect anyone. I think he was trying to get his point across. I’m all for anyone who wants to do that. As athletes, we have this huge platform. A lot of people are watching at all times. Sometimes it may not be what you do, they like. But if you feel like it’s gonna be impactful, that’s on you. I feel like everyone should stand up for what they believe.”

It’s still so funny how many people in this country are calling Kap “un-American” for standing up for what he believes in. Just proof that the “American way” only works when it’s convenient.

It’s nice to see Durant step up and make his stance clear, joining the rest of the majority of athletes in the Bay area.