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 considered one of the greatest players and scorers of all time. Nicknamed "the Slim Reaper", Durant has won two NBA championships, four Olympic gold medals (the only male basketball player to do so), an NBA Most Valuable Player Award, two NBA Finals MVP Awards, two NBA All-Star Game MVP Awards, and four NBA scoring titles. He also earned NBA Rookie of the Year. Durant has been named to 11 All-NBA teams and selected as an NBA All-Star 16 times. He was named to the NBA 75th Anniversary Team in 2021 and currently plays for the Houston Rockets. He ranks among the NBA's all-time leading scorers and possesses the highest true shooting percentage among the top five.

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

1966: Rick Barry's Scoring Record

In 1966, Rick Barry had a scoring record that Durant matched in 2022, scoring at least 40 points in his last three games against Detroit. Durant became the first player to do so since Barry.

1996: Teammate Scoring Milestone (Reference)

In 2015, Durant and Westbrook reached a milestone not seen since 1996, becoming the first teammates since then to score at least 40 points each in a single game.

2006: High School Accolades

At the end of 2006, Kevin Durant was named the Washington Post All-Met Basketball Player of the Year and the Most Valuable Player of the McDonald's All-American Game, recognizing his outstanding high school career.

2006: College Season at Texas

In 2006, Kevin Durant averaged 25.8 points for the Texas Longhorns. Texas was upset in the second round by USC despite a 30-point performance from Durant. He was recognized as the unanimous national player of the year, winning the John R. Wooden Award, the Naismith College Player of the Year Award, and all eight other widely recognized honors and awards.

2007: NBA Rookie of the Year Award

At the end of the 2007-08 NBA season, Kevin Durant was named the NBA Rookie of the Year, recognizing his exceptional performance during his first year in the league.

2009: First NBA All-Star Game Selection and Playoff Debut

During the 2009-10 season, Kevin Durant was selected to his first NBA All-Star Game and led the Thunder to the playoffs, marking significant milestones in his career.

2009: All-Star Weekend Record and Most Improved Player Candidate

In 2009, Kevin Durant set a Rookie Challenge record with 46 points during the NBA All-Star Weekend and became a strong candidate for the Most Improved Player Award, showcasing his development and potential.

2010: Durant earns All-NBA honors

From 2010, Kevin Durant earned All-NBA honors multiple times.

2010: Durant leads Team USA to FIBA World Championship

In 2010, Kevin Durant was selected to the national team for the FIBA World Championship, leading Team USA to their first championship since 1994 and earning the tournament MVP award.

2010: FIBA World Championship Gold Medal

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

2011: Conference Finals Appearance

In the 2011 NBA playoffs, Kevin Durant led the Oklahoma City Thunder to a Conference Finals match-up against the Dallas Mavericks.

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: NBA Finals Appearance with Thunder

In 2012, Kevin Durant led the Oklahoma City Thunder to an NBA Finals appearance, showcasing his leadership and skill on the court.

2012: All-Star Game MVP and NBA Finals Appearance

In 2012, Kevin Durant was awarded the NBA All-Star Game Most Valuable Player Award and led the Thunder to the NBA Finals.

2012: Olympic Gold Medal

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

2012: Durant sets Olympic scoring record

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

2012: 50-40-90 Club

In 2012-13 season, Kevin Durant became the youngest player in NBA history to join the 50-40-90 club, achieving exceptional shooting percentages.

2013: MVP Award Consideration

In 2013, Kevin Durant was considered for MVP award.

2013: Scoring Streaks and NBA MVP Voting

In January 2013-14, Kevin Durant averaged 35.9 points per game and surpassed Michael Jordan's record for consecutive games scoring 25 points or more. He was later voted the NBA Most Valuable Player.

2014: Durant earns All-NBA honors

From 2010 to 2014, Kevin Durant earned All-NBA honors multiple times.

2014: NBA MVP Award

In 2014, Kevin Durant won the NBA Most Valuable Player (MVP) award, recognizing his outstanding performance throughout the season.

2015: Warriors Championship

In 2015, the Golden State Warriors won the NBA Championship, setting the stage for Durant's later controversial decision to join the team.

2015: Historical Milestones with Westbrook

To begin the 2015-16 season, Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook became the first pair of teammates to each score at least 40 points in a single game since 1996, achieving a historical milestone together.

2016: Durant wins gold at Rio Olympics and named USA Basketball Male Athlete of the Year

In 2016, Kevin Durant rejoined Team USA and led them to a gold medal at the Rio Olympics, averaging 19.4 points per game. He was subsequently named the 2016 co-USA Basketball Male Athlete of the Year.

2016: Second Olympic Gold Medal

In 2016, Kevin Durant secured his second Olympic gold medal as a member of the U.S. national team.

August 17, 2017: Kevin Durant Day Announced

On August 17, 2017, Durant's hometown of Seat Pleasant, Maryland, declared it "Kevin Durant Day" to celebrate his contributions to the community, his NBA Championship wins, and his NBA Finals MVP awards.

2017: NBA Finals MVP

In 2017, Durant helped the Warriors advance to the NBA Finals, where they defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers. Durant was named the NBA Finals MVP, averaging 35.2 points, 8.4 rebounds, and 5.4 assists for the series. The Warriors finished the playoffs with a 16–1 record.

2017: First NBA Championship and Finals MVP

In 2017, Kevin Durant won his first NBA championship and was named the Finals Most Valuable Player (MVP), marking a significant achievement in his career.

2018: Second Finals MVP Award

In 2018, Durant led the Warriors to a second straight championship, sweeping the Cleveland Cavaliers. He recorded a playoff career-high 43 points in Game 3 and won a second consecutive Finals MVP Award, averaging 28.8 points, 10.8 rebounds, and 7.5 assists in the series.

2018: Second NBA Championship and Finals MVP

In 2018, Kevin Durant secured his second consecutive NBA championship and Finals MVP award, solidifying his reputation as a dominant player.

2018: Durant was considered for the NBA Defensive Player of the Year Award

In 2018, Kevin Durant was considered for the NBA Defensive Player of the Year Award after developing into a reliable off-ball defender and rim protector.

2018: Inclusion in Time's 100 Most Influential People

In 2018, Kevin Durant was recognized as one of Time magazine's 100 Most Influential People, highlighting his impact beyond basketball.

2019: Durant earns All-NBA honors

Kevin Durant earned All-NBA honors in 2019.

2020: Third Olympic Gold Medal

In 2020, Kevin Durant achieved his third Olympic gold medal, further solidifying his legacy in international basketball.

April 7, 2021: Return from Injury

On April 7, 2021, Durant returned from a hamstring injury, scoring 17 points off the bench in a win over the New Orleans Pelicans.

2021: Durant breaks scoring record and leads US to gold at Olympics

In 2021, Kevin Durant broke Carmelo Anthony's record for most points in U.S. men's Olympic basketball history and led the U.S. team to a gold medal, earning tournament MVP honors.

2021: Named to NBA 75th Anniversary Team

In 2021, Kevin Durant was named to the NBA 75th Anniversary Team, recognizing his exceptional career.

2021: Academy Award for "Two Distant Strangers"

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

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2022: Durant earns All-NBA honors

Kevin Durant earned All-NBA honors in 2022.

October 31, 2023: Passing Hakeem Olajuwon on All-Time Scoring List

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

2023: All-Star Game Selection

On January 26, 2023, 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: 40 Points with Zero Free Throw Attempts

On January 21, 2024, Durant scored 40 points and grabbed nine rebounds in a win over the Indiana Pacers. He became the first Sun and the 14th player in NBA history to score 40 points with zero free throw attempts.

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

On October 26, 2024, Kevin Durant scored his 29,000th career point in a game against the Dallas Mavericks, becoming only the eighth player in NBA history to reach this milestone.

2024: Durant concludes his national team career

By 2024, Kevin Durant played 37 official games, bringing home five gold medals and owning nine U.S. Olympic men's career records.

2024: Fourth Olympic Gold Medal

In 2024, Kevin Durant became the first male basketball player to win four Olympic gold medals.

2024: Durant becomes the US all-time Olympic Scoring Leader

In 2024, Kevin Durant made his fourth Olympic appearance and became the United States' all-time Olympic rebounding and scoring leader and won the gold medal, becoming the first and only four-time gold medalist in men's basketball.

2024: Durant earns All-NBA honors

Kevin Durant earned All-NBA honors in 2024.

January 25, 2025: Durant named Western Conference All-Star starter

On January 25, 2025, Kevin Durant was selected as a Western Conference starter for the 2025 NBA All-Star Game, marking his 15th overall All-Star selection and 13th as a starter.