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Conversely, Shumpert defended Kevin Durant's controversial move to the Golden State Warriors, arguing that it was born out of necessity in the wake of the super teams LeBron had already created. He claimed that Durant's decision did not spark the movement towards team-ups but rather was a reaction to the environment established by LeBron’s earlier choices, indicating a significant shift in the mentality of NBA players. The concern here is that the allure of joining forces dilutes the competition, making it harder than ever for any single player to rise above the rest.