In June 2019, Kevin Durant ruptured his Achilles during Game 5 of the NBA Finals against the Raptors — an injury many believed would end his dominance. He missed an entire season. Months of rehab followed. Quiet work. Fundamentals. Patience. When Durant returned, he didn’t chase who he used to be. He adapted. He adjusted. And he proved he could still perform at an elite level — earning All-Star selections, leading deep playoff runs, and reminding the league that skill and mindset outlast setback