The Detroit Lions showed why they have the NFL’s most explosive offense on their second possession of Saturday’s NFC divisional round game against the Washington Commanders.
Second-year running back Jahmyr Gibbs touched the ball four times for 48 yards, including a one-yard touchdown to give Detroit an early 7-0 lead.
Once Gibbs scored, he celebrated. And his celebration was a familiar one if you’re an NBA fan — specifically a Kevin Durant fan. Gibbs mocked Durant’s dance.
This wouldn’t be a big deal, as most would consider Gibbs to be paying homage to one of the NBA’s top stars. However, Durant is a Washington fan — a massive fan. And he predicted a Commanders’ win over the Lions.
Here’s the touchdown celebration, and Gibbs nailed it.
Jahmyr Gibbs really hit KD’s dance against his favorite team
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— SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) January 19, 2025
As expected, Durant was watching and responded.
I’m already sick of @Jahmyr_Gibbs1. Move around somewhere bro damn https://t.co/wDnaHmCJ0d
— Kevin Durant (@KDTrey5) January 19, 2025
Overall, Durant should be happy, though, as the Commanders went into halftime with a 31-21 lead.