Kevin Durant Climbs to No. 8 on NBA’s All-Time Scoring List

Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant achieved yet another milestone in his illustrious career on Wednesday night, surpassing Hall of Famer Shaquille O’Neal to claim the No. 8 spot on the NBA’s all-time scoring list. Durant’s ascent was highlighted during the Suns’ matchup against the Philadelphia 76ers, where he needed just nine points to eclipse O’Neal’s career total of 28,596 points.

The feat was accomplished with remarkable efficiency, as Durant reached the milestone during the third quarter of the game. This latest achievement adds to Durant’s remarkable journey throughout the season, during which he surpassed several NBA legends including Hakeem Olajuwon, Elvin Hayes, Moses Malone, and Carmelo Anthony to secure his place among the league’s scoring elite.

Durant now finds himself in esteemed company, trailing only a select group of basketball luminaries on the all-time scoring list. The current top seven consists of LeBron James, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Karl Malone, Kobe Bryant, Michael Jordan, Dirk Nowitzki, and Wilt Chamberlain.

Reflecting on Durant’s accomplishment, Suns coach Frank Vogel praised the forward’s extraordinary scoring prowess, labeling him as one of the greatest scorers in the history of the game. Vogel expressed his admiration for Durant’s consistency and the significance of witnessing him surpassing iconic figures in NBA history.

With an impressive resume that includes two NBA championships, 13 All-Star selections, and one league MVP award, Durant’s legacy continues to grow with each milestone he achieves. As of Wednesday night, Durant boasts averages of 27.8 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 5.4 assists per game, further solidifying his status as one of the most dominant forces in basketball.