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Kevin Durant donates $1 million to disaster relief

This guy.

Per the Red Cross, Kevin Durant has given a $1 million donation to the disaster relief fund.

“The Red Cross relies on its donors to perform its mission in relieving human suffering following disasters,” said Janienne Bella, regional CEO in a release. “Mr. Durant’s gift and support to Oklahoma comes at a time of great need and we’re forever thankful for his generosity.”

Yesterday Durant tweeted, “Praying for the victims of the Tornadoes in OKC these last few days..Everybody stay safe!”

Durant spoke to reporters in Minnesota (he’s there to watch friend Monica Wright play) and said he was moved when watching the devastation.

“As the day went on and I saw the footage and the casualties and the houses being blown away, it was tough to see,” he said. “I call Oklahoma City my home. I go through Moore all the time. It’s unfortunate. We’re going to come together as a city like we always do and we’re going to bounce back.”

Here’s the thing about Durant’s donation: It’s almost not news. Because it’s the least surprising thing ever. We’re so lucky to have him playing basketball in our city.

Primary Thunder sponsor Chesapeake Energy made a $1 million cash donation yesterday also.