Kevin Durant's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Kevin Durant.

Kevin Durant (KD) is an American professional basketball player for the Phoenix Suns. A highly decorated player, Durant has won two NBA championships, an NBA MVP award, two Finals MVP awards, and four scoring titles. He's a 15-time All-Star and has been selected to 11 All-NBA teams. Durant also boasts four Olympic gold medals. Named to the NBA 75th Anniversary Team, he currently ranks eighth among NBA career scoring leaders, solidifying his status as one of basketball's all-time greats.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1966: Rick Barry scores 40+ points in three straight games against Detroit

In the 1966-1967 season, Rick Barry was the first player since then to score at least 40 points in his last three games against Detroit.

1994: Team USA's FIBA World Championship

In 1994, Team USA won its first FIBA World Championship, a feat they would not repeat until 2010 when Kevin Durant led the team.

1996: Teammates Scoring 40 Points in a Single Game

In 2015, Durant and Westbrook became the first teammates since 1996 to each score at least 40 points in a single game.

2006: All-Met Player of the Year and McDonald's All-American MVP

At the end of the year 2006, Kevin Durant was named the Washington Post All-Met Basketball Player of the Year and the Most Valuable Player of the 2006 McDonald's All-American Game. He was widely regarded as the second-best high school prospect of 2006.

2006: College Season at Texas Longhorns

In 2006, Kevin Durant played for the Texas Longhorns and averaged 25.8 points, 11.1 rebounds, and 1.3 assists per game. He was recognized as the unanimous national player of the year, winning the John R. Wooden Award and the Naismith College Player of the Year Award.

2007: Named NBA Rookie of the Year

At the end of the 2007-08 NBA season, Kevin Durant was named the NBA Rookie of the Year, averaging 20.3 points per game.

2009: Rookie Challenge Record

At the 2009 NBA All-Star Weekend, Kevin Durant set a Rookie Challenge record with 46 points.

2009: First NBA All-Star Game Selection

During the 2009-10 season, Kevin Durant was selected to his first NBA All-Star Game. He became the youngest NBA scoring champion with an average of 30.1 points per game.

2010: Playing with the United States national team

From 2010, Kevin Durant played with the senior men's United States national team, bringing home five gold medals: four from Olympic tournaments and one from the 2010 FIBA World Championship.

2010: Scoring Titles

From 2010, Kevin Durant won four scoring titles, becoming one of only two players to win four scoring titles in a five-year span.

2010: Selection to the national team at the FIBA World Championship

In 2010, Kevin Durant was selected to the national team at the FIBA World Championship, where he became a leader and led Team USA to its first championship since 1994, earning tournament MVP honors.

2010: Won Gold at FIBA World Championship

In 2010, Kevin Durant won a gold medal at the FIBA World Championship as a member of the U.S. national team.

2011: First 50-Point Game

On February 19, 2011, Kevin Durant recorded his first career 50-point game, scoring 51 points against the Denver Nuggets.

2012: Joins 50-40-90 Club

During the 2012-13 season, Durant became the youngest player in NBA history to join the 50-40-90 club.

2012: All-Star MVP and NBA Finals Appearance

In 2012, Durant was awarded the NBA All-Star Game Most Valuable Player Award, and led the Thunder to the NBA Finals where they lost to the Miami Heat.

2012: Finals Appearance with Oklahoma City Thunder

In 2012, Kevin Durant led the Oklahoma City Thunder to an NBA Finals appearance, marking a significant milestone in his career with the team.

2012: Won Olympic Gold Medal

In 2012, Kevin Durant won a gold medal with the U.S. national team at the Olympics.

2012: Record for total points scored in an Olympic basketball tournament

In 2012, at the Olympics, Kevin Durant set the record for total points scored in an Olympic basketball tournament and helped the national team win a gold medal.

2013: Scoring Streak and Career High

In January of the 2013-14 season, Durant averaged 35.9 points per game and scored a career-high 54 points against the Golden State Warriors.

2014: All-NBA honors

In 2014, Kevin Durant earned All-NBA honors.

2015: Historical Milestones with Westbrook

At the beginning of the 2015-16 season, Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook became the first pair of teammates since 1996 to each score at least 40 points in a single game.

2015: Warriors Championship

In 2016, Kevin Durant moved to the Golden State Warriors, a team coming off a championship win in 2015 and a record 73-win season.

2016: Rejoining Team USA and winning a gold medal

In 2016, Kevin Durant rejoined Team USA at the Olympics, leading them to a gold medal and earning recognition as the co-USA Basketball Male Athlete of the Year.

2016: Won Olympic Gold Medal

In 2016, Kevin Durant won another gold medal with the U.S. national team at the Olympics.

August 17, 2017: Kevin Durant Day in Seat Pleasant

On August 17, 2017, Kevin Durant's hometown of Seat Pleasant in Prince George's County, Maryland, announced Kevin Durant Day in honor of his contributions to the community, as well as for his NBA Championship wins and NBA Finals MVP awards.

2017: Durant wins first NBA Championship and Finals MVP

In 2017, Kevin Durant returned from injury for the NBA playoffs, advancing to the Finals and ultimately winning his first NBA championship with the Warriors. He was named the NBA Finals MVP, averaging 35.2 points, 8.4 rebounds, and 5.4 assists, leading the Warriors to a 16-1 playoff record.

2018: Durant Wins Second NBA Championship and Finals MVP

In 2018, Kevin Durant recorded a playoff career-high 43 points in Game 3 of the NBA Finals, leading the Warriors to a 3-0 lead and an eventual sweep of the Cavaliers. Durant won his second consecutive Finals MVP Award, averaging 28.8 points, 10.8 rebounds, and 7.5 assists.

2018: Consideration for NBA Defensive Player of the Year Award

In 2018, Kevin Durant was considered for the NBA Defensive Player of the Year Award.

2018: Inclusion in Time magazine's 100 Most Influential People

In 2018, Kevin Durant was included in Time magazine's 100 Most Influential People.

2018: Named One of Time's 100 Most Influential People

In 2018, Kevin Durant was recognized as one of Time magazine's 100 most influential people in the world, acknowledging his impact beyond the basketball court.

2019: All-NBA honors

In 2019, Kevin Durant earned All-NBA honors.

2020: Won Olympic Gold Medal

In 2020, Kevin Durant secured his third gold medal with the U.S. national team at the Olympics.

2021: Breaking Olympic records and winning gold

In 2021, Kevin Durant broke Carmelo Anthony's record for career points in U.S. men's Olympic basketball history, led the U.S. squad to a gold medal, and was named the tournament's MVP. He also tied Anthony for most Olympic gold medals.

2021: Named to NBA 75th Anniversary Team

In 2021, Kevin Durant was named to the NBA 75th Anniversary Team, solidifying his place as one of the greatest basketball players of all time.

2021: Academy Award for Short Film

In 2021, Thirty Five Ventures' work "Two Distant Strangers" won the Academy Award for Short Film (Live Action).

2022: All-NBA honors

In 2022, Kevin Durant earned All-NBA honors.

October 31, 2023: Durant passes Hakeem Olajuwon on all-time scoring list

On October 31, 2023, Kevin Durant scored 26 points in a loss to the San Antonio Spurs, passing Hakeem Olajuwon for 12th place on the NBA all-time career scoring list and becoming the 12th player to reach 27,000 career points.

2023: Durant named an Eastern Conference starter for the 2023 NBA All-Star Game

On January 26, 2023, Kevin Durant was named an Eastern Conference starter for the 2023 NBA All-Star Game, marking his thirteenth overall selection and eleventh as a starter.

January 21, 2024: Durant scores 40 points with no free throw attempts

On January 21, 2024, Kevin Durant scored 40 points and grabbed nine rebounds in a win over the Indiana Pacers, becoming the first Sun and the 14th player in NBA history to achieve 40 points without attempting a free throw.

October 26, 2024: Durant reaches 29,000 career points

On October 26, 2024, Kevin Durant reached 29,000 career points in a game against the Dallas Mavericks, becoming the eighth player in NBA history to accomplish the feat.

2024: Durant's Stats Playing With The National Team

In 2024, Durant played with the senior men's United States national team averaging 18.8 points, 4.9 rebounds and 2.9 assists.

2024: All-NBA honors

In 2024, Kevin Durant earned All-NBA honors.

2024: Won Olympic Gold Medal

In 2024, Kevin Durant won his fourth gold medal with the U.S. national team at the Olympics, and became the first male athlete to win four Olympics gold medals in a team sport.

2024: Fourth Olympic appearance and becoming the all-time rebounding and scoring leader

In 2024, at age 35, Kevin Durant made his fourth Olympic appearance, becoming the United States' all-time rebounding and scoring leader, and winning his fourth gold medal in men's basketball.

January 2025: OKC Franchise Record

As of January 2025, Kevin Durant's 32.0 points per game in a season stands as the Oklahoma City franchise record.

January 25, 2025: Durant named All-Star starter

On January 25, 2025, Kevin Durant was named a Western Conference starter for the 2025 NBA All-Star Game, marking his fifteenth overall selection and thirteenth as a starter.