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Durant Nears Kobe's Scoring Mark
6 Sep
Summary
- Kevin Durant is fifth on NBA all-time scoring list.
- Durant is about 1,000 points behind Kobe Bryant.
- Durant's trainer emphasizes efficiency over records.
Kevin Durant, a 6-foot-11 forward, currently holds the fifth position on the NBA's all-time scoring list with 32,597 regular-season points as of the 2025-26 season. He is positioned just over 1,000 points behind the legendary Kobe Bryant, who retired with 33,643 points.
Durant's trainer, Dash Lovell, recently discussed the potential milestone, expressing that Durant holds immense respect and love for Bryant. Lovell suggested that for Durant, surpassing Bryant would be a moment of mutual respect, emphasizing Durant's efficient play style, which involves taking fewer shots compared to Bryant.
Lovell further elaborated that Durant's primary focus is on efficiency and his array of scoring moves, not on surpassing specific players on the all-time list. He noted similarities in their games, particularly their ability to play effectively in tight spaces and utilize midrange shots. Despite being 37 years old, Durant remains on track to potentially overtake Bryant's scoring total in the 2026-27 season, provided he stays healthy and maintains his scoring pace.
