Kevin Durant approaches Kobe Bryant on the NBA all-time scoring list
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 4, 2026, 4:37 PM
Last updated Sep 4, 2026

Kevin Durant is currently 1,046 points behind Kobe Bryant for fourth place on the NBA’s all-time scoring list. Durant has recorded 32,597 career points, while Bryant finished his career with 33,643. While the milestone is imminent, associates indicate that Durant does not prioritize individual statistical goals or specific scoring targets. The achievement is described as a byproduct of his consistent play and efficient scoring rather than an intentional pursuit of historical rankings. Durant remains focused on his routine, as his career efficiency is maintained through disciplined shot selection rather than an increased volume of attempts. The potential change in the league's all-time scoring order remains a point of interest for followers of the game as the upcoming season progresses.
- •Kevin Durant currently holds 32,597 career points.
- •Kobe Bryant holds the fourth position all-time with 33,643 points.
- •Durant trails the fourth-place mark by 1,046 points.
- •Durant's scoring is attributed to efficiency rather than high shot volume.
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