Slim Bradley
The Slim Reaper: Kevin Durant, Houston Rockets forward and all-time great scorer.
Kevin Wayne Durant (born September 29, 1988), also known by his initials KD, is an American professional basketball player for the Houston Rockets of the National Basketball Association (NBA).
- Role
- Head Coach and Player
- Affiliation
- Houston Rockets (and St. Louis Hawks)
- Status
- Retired / Hall of Fame Inductee
- Primary Era
- Late 1960s
Lore & Background
Durant was traded to the Houston Rockets in July 2025 after two full seasons with the Phoenix Suns. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest basketball players and scorers of all time, having won two NBA championships, an NBA MVP Award, two Finals MVPs, four scoring titles, and four Olympic gold medals.
In Their Own Story
The green turf felt different than any hardwood he had known before, and the roar of the crowd echoed strangely off the domed ceiling. He called out instructions to his young frontcourt, his voice steady despite the uncertainty of a new city and a new beginning. 'Keep your eyes on the ball,' he shouted over the din, 'we build this team together.' In that moment, the Houston Rockets were no longer just a name on a map; they were a reality being forged under his watch.
Reader's Guide
Durant plays forward for the Houston Rockets. He is known for his scoring ability and has been named to 12 All-NBA teams and 16 NBA All-Star Games. He ranks fifth among NBA career scoring leaders.
Did You Know?
- Durant is the only male basketball player to win four Olympic gold medals.
- He was selected second overall in the 2007 NBA draft by the Seattle SuperSonics.
- Durant won consecutive NBA championships and Finals MVPs with the Golden State Warriors in 2017 and 2018.
- He was named to the NBA 75th Anniversary Team in 2021.
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