(Video) VIRAL clip reveals Kevin Durant’s hilarious argument with referee during Suns vs. Lakers

Kevin Durant's hilarious argument with the officials following his airball from the top of the key is going viral.

(Video) VIRAL clip reveals Kevin Durant’s hilarious argument with referee during Suns vs. Lakers

Kevin Durant's argument with the referee (via X)

The Phoenix Suns took down the red-hot Los Angeles Lakers to improve their record to 3-1 on the season. The 109-105 victory came behind a flurry of firepower from Kevin Durant and Devin Booker who combined for 63 points. In the midst of a tough-fought ball game, a viral clip of Durant arguing with the referee has emerged.

In the middle of the second quarter, Kevin Durant was feeling hot, with the Suns orchestrating a comeback. The Suns star then took a contested three-pointer at the key, which went out of bounds. Proceeding with the airball, Durant was seen visibly arguing with the officials claiming the ball to be goal-tended by Anthony Davis.

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Yo, he [Anthony Davis] tipped the ball. I’m not airballing like that!

Kevin Durant could be heard screaming

Following the sequence of his jump shot, Durant immediately made a gesture, indicating that Davis probably flagged his arms before the shot went off. The ordeal led to the officials momentarily stopping the game.

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Through a competitive fourth quarter that saw multiple lead changes, Durant’s 30 points and 8 rebounds were too much for the Lakers. Joining Durant, Booker collected 33 points, making it the 4th game with 30+ points in the same game for the duo. Their third star Bradley Beal was also instrumental in the win, adding 15 points, 3 rebounds, and 4 assists in the effort.

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Kevin Durant on pace for MVP contention to start the season

Basketball Forever recently published their top 10 MVP ladder for the new season. Maybe released way too early, glaring outliers made it into the list. While Kevin Durant faced an omission from the list, the 2014 MVP is on track to make some noise for the award.

Following the Suns’ 3-1 start to the season, Durant is totaling 29 points on an efficient 53.3% accuracy from the field. The Suns’ star is also stacking it up on the defensive side, recording 6 blocks in three games. With the team’s victory against the Lakers, Durant has now recorded 30+ points in three consecutive games.

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Barring any setbacks and injury, the 36-year-old is off to one of his best openers in years. His health will be a key factor moving forward for the team. The team will be facing the Los Angeles Clippers next, Durant and his crew will have to continue their productivity to stay on top of the Western Conference.