Durant moves past Jordan in all‑time scoring race

Kevin Durant has officially passed Michael Jordan to claim fifth place on the NBA’s all‑time scoring list, delivering 27 points in a win over the Miami Heat. The decisive moment came on a corner three that sent the Houston crowd into a frenzy, pushing the 37‑year‑old forward to 32,294 career points—two more than Jordan’s 32,292. Durant joked about having “four extra points,” but admitted the milestone is difficult to process while still competing.

Kobe Bryant is now the next target at 33,643, a mark Durant could reach next season if he maintains his current average of 25 points per game. Climbing further will be far tougher: Karl Malone sits third with 36,928, a total that would require nearly 185 additional games at Durant’s present pace. Asked about memories tied to Jordan, Durant simply called him the ultimate icon, saying every moment of MJ’s career felt unforgettable.