Kevin Durant Surpasses Moses Malone in NBA All-Time Scoring Leaderboard

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Kevin Durant, a name that resonates with almost every basketball fan, has made another significant achievement in his illustrious career. The 35-year-old basketball phenomenon has surpassed the legendary Moses Malone to move into the 10th position on the NBA's career scoring list. He accomplished this feat during the Suns' 119-111 loss to the Denver Nuggets on a Friday night.

"It's a long journey to be up there, mentioned with the greats,"

Durant commented on his achievement.

Durant has always been an avid student of the game. He often spends his idle time watching old clips of NBA greats on YouTube, drawing inspiration from them. His dedication and hard work have paid off, earning him a spot among the greats. The 13-time All-Star and two-time NBA champion has had an impressive career playing for several teams, including the SuperSonics/Thunder, Warriors, Nets, and Suns.

Durant's Journey to the Top

Durant's journey to this milestone started at a young age. He played one season in college at Texas before being picked No. 2 overall in the 2007 NBA draft at 19 years old. He has been in the NBA for 17 seasons, even missing a year due to an Achilles injury. Throughout his career, he has averaged more than 27 points per game.

On the night when Durant passed Malone, he needed 17 points to achieve this milestone. He hit the mark by driving the baseline for two points with 50.3 seconds left before halftime. Durant finished the game with 30 points, pushing his career total to 27,423. Malone had ended his NBA career with 27,409 points after starting his professional journey with two seasons in the ABA.

Paying Homage to Moses Malone

While celebrating his achievement, Durant did not forget to pay homage to Moses Malone. He described Malone as one of the more underrated players in the league's history. "As a basketball player, I think it's our job to go back and know the game's history and who paved the way for us," Durant said, expressing his respect for the players who have come before him.

Looking Ahead

As Durant ascends the scoring leaderboard, his targets are Carmelo Anthony at 28,289 points and Shaquille O'Neal at 28,596 points. If Durant maintains his health and current scoring pace, these milestones should be achievable by the end of January and about ten games later.

Kevin Durant is a player whose impact on the game will be felt for generations. As he continues to break records and establish new ones, his legacy in the sport becomes even more cemented. His journey is a testament to his talent, dedication, and love for the game of basketball.