Kevin Durant stands on the verge of joining the elite 30,000-point club in the NBA, having accumulated 29,974 points as of February 10th. Entering his 17th season with a starting tally of 28,924 career points, Durant has steadily climbed the scoring ladder. The journey to this monumental achievement in his illustrious career is marked by consistent performances and significant milestones.
Durant, an 11-time All-NBA performer, has been a dominant force on the basketball court throughout his career. Although he has surpassed the 2,496-point mark in a single season only once—during his MVP campaign in 2013-14 when he finished with 2,593 points—his scoring prowess remains undeniable. In the 2023-24 season, he tallied 2,032 points, marking his highest output since the 2018-19 season.
The NBA's 30,000-point club is an exclusive fraternity, comprising only the most prolific scorers in the league's history. Currently, only seven players have reached this milestone, highlighting the rarity and difficulty of such an accomplishment. The list includes legends like LeBron James, who leads with an astounding 41,599 points, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar with 38,387 points, and Karl Malone who amassed 36,928 points during his career.
Kobe Bryant stands tall with 33,643 points, while Michael Jordan scored 32,292 points in his remarkable career. Dirk Nowitzki and Wilt Chamberlain round out the club with 31,560 and 31,419 points respectively. Kevin Durant's imminent entry into this group underscores his status as one of the game's all-time greats.
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