Durant is 36 years old and is already old, and his dominance has indeed declined.

On June 10, Durant was 36 years old. It has to be admitted that this superstar, who once dominated the NBA arena, is indeed facing the challenges brought by age. Although he still maintains excellent competitive form, his dominance has indeed declined compared to those young superstars who are at their peak. This decline is not accidental, but a natural law that professional athletes cannot avoid. However, Durant's career is still worthy of respect, and his skills, experience and influence remain an existence that cannot be ignored in the league.

Looking back at Durant's career, he is undoubtedly one of the greatest scorers in NBA history. From entering the league as the second place in 2007, to now becoming the four-time scoring champion, two-time champion and two-time MVP in the finals, Durant's achievements are enough to be recorded in history. His height, wingspan and shooting ability make him a nightmare for defenders, especially during the Warriors, when his "Tsunami Brothers" formed with Curry and Thompson were almost unstoppable. However, as he grows older and injuries accumulate, Durant's physical function inevitably declines. His explosive power is not as good as before, and his movement speed on the defensive end has also slowed down, which has affected his game influence to a certain extent.

In sharp contrast to Durant, a group of young superstars emerged in the league, such as Doncic, Tatum, Edwards, etc. They are in the golden period of their careers, and have reached their peak in both physical fitness and game performance. Doncic's all-round performance, Tatum's offense and defense, and Edwards' explosive scoring ability all let fans see the style of a new generation of stars. By comparison, Durant's dominance in the game does seem slightly inferior. Especially in high-intensity playoffs, young stars often have the upper hand with more physical fitness and faster reaction speed, while Durant needs to rely more on experience and skills in the game to make up for his physical disadvantages.

Nevertheless, Durant's skills and experience are still his huge advantages. His shooting feel is still soft, and mid-range jump shots are still one of the most difficult weapons to defend in the league. In addition, his game reading ability and scoring ability at critical moments are still top-notch. During last season's game, Durant stood up at critical moments many times and helped the team win with his signature pull-up jump shot. This "killer instinct" is difficult for young players to achieve in the short term. At the same time, Durant's leadership and locker room influence also played a positive role in the team, and he was able to help young players grow and make the right decisions during the game.

However, it is undeniable that Durant's decline is also reflected in the data. Although his average score per game remained above 25 points last season, his efficiency declined, and his shooting percentage and three-point shooting percentage were both below career average. In addition, his playing time is also more limited, and the frequency of rest in back-to-back games increases, which all indicate that his body can no longer bear the high-intensity load. Compared with his peak, Durant's game influence has indeed weakened, especially on the defensive end, it is difficult for him to become the team's defensive pillar as he did in the past.

From the team's perspective, Durant's value cannot be ignored, but it is difficult for him to lead the team to compete for the championship as the only team-building core. The Suns' performance last season is an example of what they did not go too far in the playoffs despite having three big three Durant, Booker and Bill. In contrast, teams led by young stars, such as the Celtics, Mavericks, etc., have shown stronger competitiveness and vitality. This further confirms the fact that Durant's dominance has declined.

Of course, Durant's career is far from over, and he still has the opportunity to extend his peak by adjusting the game style and optimizing physical fitness management. Many great players, such as Jordan, Kobe and James, have maintained high performance late in their careers through technical transformation and mentality adjustment. Durant can also learn from these experiences, reduce his reliance on his body, and use more technology and experience to influence the game. In addition, he can also play a more important role in mentoring in the team, helping young players grow, thereby indirectly enhancing the overall competitiveness of the team.

For fans, Durant's decline may be the end of an era, but it also marks the beginning of a new era. The rise of young stars makes the NBA's future full of suspense and expectations, while veterans like Durant interpret the spirit of professional sports with their persistence and hard work. Whether his dominance declines or not, Durant's name will be forever engraved in basketball's history. His career has been brilliant enough, and now all he needs to do is continue to enjoy the game for the rest of his career and give more exciting moments to his fans.

In general, Durant did experience a decline in dominance due to his age, which is an inevitable natural law in professional sports. However, his technology, experience and influence remain a rare treasure in the league. Compared to young superstars, he may no longer have absolute dominance, but he is still one of the most dangerous scorers in the game. For Durant, the challenge in the future lies in how to adjust his game to adapt to the changes brought by age and continue to write his own legend on the NBA stage.