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"Kevin Durant's mom just got one heck of a Mother's Day present \u2014 she's the newest star of an NBA ad. (Her son being picked as MVP of the NBA season is a close second.)\nDurant's emotional MVP acceptance speech touched upon a lot of people in his life, from his teammates to family members. But he closed out his speech by tearfully and humbly thanking the most important person: his mother. \nSee also: 25 Badass Moms Who Are Doing It Right\n\"You made us believe, you kept us off the street, put clothes on our back, food on our table. You didn't eat, but made sure we ate,\" he said. \"You sacrificed for us. You're the real MVP.\" \nThe NBA echoed Durant's sentiment in a Mother's Day message that shows Durant's mom cheering on the sidelines during her son's game. The spot first aired Thursday night during coverage of the NBA playoffs.\nBONUS: 9 Touching Mother's Day Portraits \n\n\n9 Touching Mother's Day Portraits \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\"Ethel\" by Alan \r\n\r\n\n\n\"Every time I look at this shot, I am reminded of how fiercely protective, devoted and caring she was (and still is). Today, as a proud, protective and devoted father of two, I am totally thankful for all she passed on.\"\nImage courtesy of Flickr, Alan\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\"Belkis\" by Guillermo\n\n\"We are Cubans, and my mother is so special beacause she showed me that no work is above you and that you should respect and appreciate anybody that earns his way. She also taught us that the only thing that nobody can take away from you is what you know. Right now she is recovering from a fall and is not doing well, but her independent spirit and strength remain unshaken.\"\nImage courtesy of Flickr, Guillermo\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\"Hanisa Ojang\" by Imran Kadir\r\n\n\n\"My mom very special to me. She's a dedicated person and has raised all her children despite being a farmer. She's never been to school but always stresses the importance of education. She's the jewel of my life.\"\nImage courtesy of Flickr, Imran Kadir\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\"Josephine\" by Dan \r\n\n\n\"My mom is special because she loves me unconditionally.\"\nImage courtesy of Flickr, Dan\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\"Marion\" by Isaac \r\n\r\n\n\n\"She is the second person that I ever called 'Mom.' Marion married my dad 10 years after my mother passed on and has always been there for us like a rock.\"\nImage courtesy of Flickr, Isaac\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\"Joy\" by Heather \r\n\r\n\n\n\"My mum is just different.\"\nImage courtesy of Flickr, Heather\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\"Rosario\" by Junior\r\n\n\n\"My mom is special because she raised 12 children (six girls, five boys) all while being a seamstress. Dad worked most of the day to support such a huge family. They were so loving and affectionate with each other that they were my model for a good marriage.\"\nImage courtesy of Flickr, Junior\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\"Ursula\" by Stefano \r\n\r\n\n\n\"My mother died a and half year ago. I believe that the smile she has is incredibly sweet. My mother is special because her unconditional love gives me strength every day.\"\nImage courtesy of Flickr, Stefano\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\"Carol\" by Lauren \n\n\"She's the best mom in the world because she has the biggest, compassionate heart and she carries me through everything and spreads her love through her beautiful smile to everyone she meets. I love her very much.\"\nImage courtesy of Flickr, Lauren\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n"^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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