He is on such a tear right now that he has gotten former NBA player-turned-analyst Steve Nash to give him the highest compliment imaginable. That is putting him on the same plateau as Michael Jordan.

Steve Nash has always been the standard-bearer when it comes to Canadian basketball. But the two-time NBA MVP has the highest praise for the reigning MVP. "On top of the list is Shai," Nash said.

Kevin Durant stands by his comments on Michael Jordan taking time off ...