Kevin Durant Receives Texas Longhorns WWE Championship from Triple H

WWE’s Triple H added another title to Kevin Durant’s collection by presenting him with a Texas Longhorns WWE Championship belt at Fanatics Fest NYC.

Durant, who played his college basketball at the University of Texas before entering the NBA, was thrilled to receive the custom championship belt that pays tribute to his alma mater.

Durant, a two-time NBA champion with the Golden State Warriors, has enjoyed a storied career filled with accolades and memorable moments. Despite the light-hearted reminder of his controversial move to join the Warriors after losing to them in the 2016 playoffs, Durant’s legacy as a dominant force in basketball is undeniable.

Triple H shared the moment on social media, tweeting:

“Ran into @KDTrey5 at @FanaticsFest and had to make sure he could (literally) carry the @TexasLonghorns legacy wherever he goes. #HookEm @Fanatics.”

As Durant proudly adds this WWE Championship to his collection, it’s clear that his impact transcends basketball, making him a figure of admiration across multiple arenas.

What do you think about the tradition of sports figures receiving custom WWE championship belts? How does this recognition from WWE enhance or reflect the achievements of athletes like Kevin Durant in other sports? Share your thoughts and any other instances you recall where athletes were honored in this way.