The article Warriors fans give Durant a standing ovation ahead of Chase Center reopening originally published on NBC Sports Bay Area.

Warriors supporters finally had a chance to show their appreciation for Kevin Durant.

Durant had returned to the Bay Area multiple times and even played in a game at the arena without fans as a member of the Brooklyn Nets in March 2021, but had not played in front of the Warriors’ home crowd since his departure from the organization following the crushing 2019 NBA Finals loss to the Toronto Raptors.

The Warriors honored the two-time NBA champion and two-time Finals MVP with a poignant tribute video that highlighted Durant’s three seasons with the team.

Durant was met with a standing ovation from the Dub Nation.

Durant has solidified his position in Warriors history, and his No. 35 jersey may one day be retired in the Chase Center rafters.

While Durant’s Warriors stint and subsequent departure were turbulent at times, it’s evident that Dub Nation values his accomplishments and will never forget his three seasons in the Bay.