Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant has achieved a milestone unmatched in men’s basketball history. By helping Team USA secure victory over France in the 2024 Paris Olympics, Durant earned his fourth gold medal, setting a new record for the most gold medals won at the Olympics.
Durant’s previous gold medals came in 2012, 2016, and 2020, and this summer’s win added to his impressive resume. Many viewed this USA team as a “Last Dance” for stars like LeBron James, Steph Curry, and Durant, as the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles will feature a new generation of players.
Team USA completed their campaign undefeated, sweeping group play with a perfect 3-0 record and defeating Brazil, Serbia, and France to claim gold. Durant also became the all-time leading scorer and rebounder for the U.S. in Olympic history.
Despite starting on the bench initially due to a calf injury sustained during exhibition games, Durant proved indispensable and started the final game, showcasing his crucial role in the team’s success.
Durant’s NBA career is equally stellar, with numerous All-NBA and All-Star selections, an MVP award, and two championships with the Golden State Warriors, ensuring his place in the Basketball Hall of Fame. Suns fans are eager to see if Durant, alongside teammate Devin Booker, can bring their winning ways back to Phoenix for the 2024-25 NBA season.
Kevin Durant has set a new benchmark in U.S. Olympic basketball scoring history. He is now the all-time leading scorer for the U.S. in Olympic play, surpassing Lisa Leslie’s record during the Americans’ quarterfinal match against Brazil on Tuesday. Durant achieved this milestone with a basket at 3:06 left in the third quarter, bringing his career total to 489 points across four Olympic Games. Leslie’s record stood at 488 points from her own four Olympic appearances, along with her four gold medals.
Durant finished the game with 11 points, pushing his new record to 494, and it continues to rise.
