There’s always debate in the NBA over who’s the best at each position or in certain aspects of the game, and Kevin Durant — the veteran star now with the Houston Rockets — is firmly in the conversation when it comes to the greatest scorers in league history. Durant’s resume already places him among the all-time elite, but his perspective on the debate might surprise some fans.
After fans pointed out that Durant hasn’t led his team in field-goal attempts per game since 2018, the two-time Finals MVP fired back with a detailed defense of his approach to the game — and made it clear he’s not obsessed with the “greatest scorer ever” label.
“30k points on low field goal attempts. I’m a coach’s dream. Dime dropper, I mastered scoring at 24 years old, man,” Durant responded. “Give it a rest, I don’t care about being the best scorer ever. You’re diminishing my all-time greatness by calling me that.”
Durant’s place among legends like Kobe Bryant, Michael Jordan, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and Stephen Curry is unquestioned. With career averages of 27.2 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 4.4 assists per game, he’s built an impressive statistical case, capturing two championships over his 17-year career. He’s also a four-time scoring champion and currently ranks eighth on the NBA’s all-time scoring list with 30,571 points on just 20,999 attempts.
The Rockets star remains one of the most versatile offensive players in basketball. Durant can score from anywhere — beyond the arc, in the mid-range, or at the rim. At 6-foot-11 and 240 pounds, he creates mismatches with his size, skill, and wingspan, allowing him to shoot over almost any defender. Even as his shot volume has dipped in recent seasons, he continues to be one of the most difficult players in the league to guard.
If you ask Durant, though, he’s quick to point out that his game is much more than just scoring. The former MVP prides himself on being a complete player, capable of impacting the game in multiple ways while maintaining elite efficiency.
Over the course of his NBA career, Durant has made a lasting impact on every team he’s played for, from the Seattle SuperSonics and Oklahoma City Thunder to the Golden State Warriors, Brooklyn Nets, Phoenix Suns, and now the Houston Rockets. His arrival in Houston brings championship-level experience and a proven offensive arsenal to a young roster looking to make a playoff push.
The “Slim Reaper” remains determined to extend his streak of seasons averaging 20-plus points per game while continuing to evolve his game. At 36 years old, Durant’s combination of skill, experience, and basketball IQ ensures he’ll remain a major force in the Rockets’ offense — and in the NBA’s ongoing debates about the greatest to ever do it.