When Kevin Durant of the Golden State Warriors was named MVP of last year’s NBA Finals, he thought his critics were silenced. He had been derided in the media for leaving Oklahoma City the year before to presumably ride Steph Curry’s coattails to a championship. A curious Twitter exchange Sunday night led some to believe Durant is still haunted by his decision to leave Oklahoma City and is using a fake Twitter account for vindication.
Twitter user @Harrisonmc15 tweeted screenshots of deleted tweets between Durant’s official handle, @KDTrey5, and @ColeCashwell in which Durant referred to himself in the third person.
KD has secret accounts that he uses to defend himself and forgot to switch to them when he was replying to this guy I'm actually speechless pic.twitter.com/9245gnpa3c
— 1-1 / 1-1 (@harrisonmc15) September 18, 2017
After a few sleepless nights, Durant admitted to a panel Tuesday at TechCrunch Disrupt 2017 that after the incident, he had sent a letter of apology to his former coach in Oklahoma City, Billy Donovan. “I do regret using my former coach’s name and my former organization that I played for,” he told TechCrunch. “That was childish, that was idiotic, all those type of words. I regret doing that, and I apologized to them for doing that.” Although he was sorry for @ColeCashwell’s tweets, Durant never specifically admitted to creating the account.
After the incident on Sunday, a group on Reddit tracked down a private Instagram account (@quiresultan) believed to be used by Durant. Durant’s brother once tagged him in a photo under the handle, and it’s followed by numerous NBA players, giving creedence to the theory. The account in question has also defended Durant against social media critics in the past. Shortly after the Reddit speculation, the @quiresultan account was changed to @shanghainoon12345.
Durant attributed his inappropriate Twitter behavior to his passion for the game of basketball. “I use Twitter to engage with fans,” Durant told TechCrunch. “I think it’s a great way to engage with basketball fans. I happened to take it a little too far. That’s what happens sometimes when I get into these basketball debates about what I really love, to play basketball.”
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This response to someone grieving a friend might be the best internet comment ever
When someone is hit with the sudden loss of a friend or loved one, words rarely feel like enough. Yet, more than a decade ago, a wise Redditor named GSnow shared thoughts so profound they still bring comfort to grieving hearts today.
Originally posted around 2011, the now-famous reply was rediscovered when Upvoted, an official Reddit publication, featured it again to remind everyone of its enduring truth. It began as a simple plea for help: “My friend just died. I don't know what to do.”
What followed was a piece of writing that many consider one of the internet’s best comments of all time. It remains shared across social media, grief forums, and personal messages to this day because its honesty and metaphor speak to the raw reality of loss and the slow, irregular path toward healing.
Below is GSnow’s full reply, unchanged, in all its gentle, wave-crashing beauty:
Why this advice still matters
Mental health professionals and grief counselors often describe bereavement in stages or phases, but GSnow’s “wave theory” gives an image more relatable for many. Rather than a linear process, grief surges and retreats—sometimes triggered by a song, a place, or a simple morning cup of coffee.
In recent years, this metaphor has found renewed relevance. Communities on Reddit, TikTok, and grief support groups frequently reshare it to help explain the unpredictable nature of mourning.
Many readers say this analogy helps them feel less alone, giving them permission to ride each wave of grief rather than fight it.
Finding comfort in shared wisdom
Since this comment first surfaced, countless people have posted their own stories underneath it, thanking GSnow and passing the words to others facing fresh heartbreak. It’s proof that sometimes, the internet can feel like a global support group—strangers linked by shared loss and hope.
For those searching for more support today, organizations like The Dougy Center, GriefShare, and local bereavement groups offer compassionate resources. If you or someone you know is struggling with intense grief, please reach out to mental health professionals who can help navigate these deep waters.
When grief comes crashing like the ocean, remember these words—and hang on. There is life between the waves.
This article originally appeared four years ago.