Lil B Revives “Based God Curse” as Kevin Durant Heads to Houston Rockets

Lil B is making headlines once again, not for music, but for reigniting one of hip-hop and basketball’s most bizarre and iconic feuds. As NBA fans reacted to the stunning news that Kevin Durant was traded from the Phoenix Suns to the Houston Rockets, Lil B jumped into the conversation with a fiery message on X (formerly Twitter), signaling that the long-dormant “Based God Curse” may be back in full effect.

“Kevin Durant really ain’t bout no basketball shit yo ain’t got no real paper you really just a ho pull up whenever u ready any basketball court on earth I mean that im waiting for you,” the rapper wrote, stirring memories of his infamous one-sided beef with Durant that began more than a decade ago.

Lil B, known for his eccentric online presence and cult following, famously cursed Durant in the early 2010s after the NBA star criticized his music. The curse was widely joked about in sports circles, especially as Durant struggled to capture an NBA championship during his time with the Oklahoma City Thunder. At the height of the beef, Lil B even released a diss track titled “F*ck KD,” which only added fuel to the fire.

The feud took a surprising turn when Durant joined the Golden State Warriors — Lil B’s hometown team. In a rare moment of peace, the rapper lifted the curse, and Durant went on to win two NBA championships with the Warriors. Fans and media alike credited the “curse lift” as a turning point in Durant’s career.

However, since leaving Golden State, Durant’s playoff success has waned. And now, with his trade to the Houston Rockets, Lil B appears ready to reimpose his supernatural penalty.

Durant responded to Lil B’s taunt with a dismissive jab:
“Broke boy asking for a feature in my DM..u wouldn’t be able to get a shot off on me lil one, you was once a thing, I’m still that.”

The exchange quickly went viral, reigniting debate about whether Lil B’s curse holds any real weight — or if it’s simply an entertaining layer to one of the NBA’s most fascinating careers. Regardless, Lil B’s influence on pop culture remains undeniable. From meme-worthy moments to his loyal “Task Force” fanbase, the rapper has maintained relevance through sheer charisma and internet savvy.

Now, as Kevin Durant prepares for a new chapter with the Rockets, the shadow of Lil B looms once again. Whether it’s all in fun or something more mystical, the Based God has spoken — and the basketball world is listening.