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Kevin Durant Joins Elite 30,000-Point Club at 36

2/12/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Kevin Durant etched his name in NBA history as the eighth player to reach the monumental 30,000-point milestone, sinking two free throws during a 119-112 defeat against the Memphis Grizzlies. At 36, the Phoenix Suns forward accomplished this feat in just 1,101 games, joining the ranks of legends like LeBron James and Michael Jordan, finishing the night with an impressive 34 points.

History

Historical Context

Kevin Durant became the eighth NBA player to score 30,000 points, achieving this in just 1,101 games. This milestone connects to legends like Michael Jordan and LeBron James, who also dominated the league. The three-point era, starting in 1979, revolutionized scoring, paving the way for such achievements.

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Story summary

Kevin Durant etched his name in NBA history as the eighth player to reach the monumental 30,000-point milestone, sinking two free throws during a 119-112 defeat against the Memphis Grizzlies. At 36, the Phoenix Suns forward accomplished this feat in just 1,101 games, joining the ranks of legends like LeBron James and Michael Jordan, finishing the night with an impressive 34 points.

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