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LeBron Extends NBA Appearance Record as Lakers Win Streak Continues
sports20 days ago

LeBron Extends NBA Appearance Record as Lakers Win Streak Continues

LeBron James matched an NBA-record by playing in a 23rd straight season as the Lakers beat Orlando to extend their nine-game winning streak. Kevin Durant moved into fifth place on the all-time scoring list with 32,294 points in the Rockets’ 123-122 win over the Heat. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 40 in the Thunder’s 132-111 win over the Wizards, a game that featured a mass brawl and four ejections; the Thunder remain atop the Western Conference while the Wizards sit 14th.

via BBC|
#kevin-durant#lakers#lebron-james
sports20 days ago

Milestones Hit on a Mega NBA Saturday as LeBron and KD Make History

LeBron James became the NBA’s all-time leader in regular-season games played (1,612), while Kevin Durant moved to No. 5 on the all-time scoring list with 32,294 points on a Saturday slate packed with milestones—plus Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s 40 points fueling OKC’s 11th straight win and Luka Dončić continuing a 9-game stretch of 30+ points, among other late-game thrills across the league.

via NBA|
#all-time-scoring#history#kevin-durant
Sengun's 32-Point Night Lifts Rockets Past Wizards 123-118
sports1 month ago

Sengun's 32-Point Night Lifts Rockets Past Wizards 123-118

Alperen Sengun poured in 32 points and 13 rebounds as the Houston Rockets held off the Washington Wizards 123-118. Kevin Durant led Washington with 30 points, while Amen Thompson added 22 points and 12 rebounds and Reed Sheppard posted 19 points, 10 assists, seven rebounds for his first career double-double. Trae Young was ejected after leaving the bench during a third‑quarter flare‑up; Bilal Coulibaly scored 23 for Washington and Julian Reese debuted with 2 points. The win improves Houston to 38-22, and Washington to 16-44.

via CBS Sports|
#alperen-sengun#houston-rockets#kevin-durant
Durant dodges direct denial in latest burner-account controversy
nba1 month ago

Durant dodges direct denial in latest burner-account controversy

A burner-account controversy involving Kevin Durant resurfaced during All-Star Weekend as screenshots circulated; Durant declined to explicitly deny the posts in a Rockets practice interview, saying he’s focused on the season and that his teammates are aware. The article places the episode in a historical pattern of Durant’s use of burner accounts and notes the murky provenance of such messages, while the Rockets’ playoff chances and Durant–Sengun dynamic are discussed.

via Defector|
#burner-accounts#houston-rockets#kevin-durant
Thunder's Double-OT Victory Highlights Exciting NBA Opening Night
sports5 months ago

Thunder's Double-OT Victory Highlights Exciting NBA Opening Night

The Oklahoma City Thunder opened their season with a thrilling double-overtime win over the Houston Rockets on ring night, highlighted by a strong performance from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and a debut for Kevin Durant with Houston. The game showcased the Thunder's resilience, the Rockets' tall lineup strategy, and the ongoing impact of injuries like Jalen Williams' recovery. The night also celebrated the franchise's recent championship banner, setting a hopeful tone for the season.

via NBA|
#kevin-durant#nba#okc-thunder
Thunder kick off season with double-OT victory, banner unveiling, and celebratory wins
sports5 months ago

Thunder kick off season with double-OT victory, banner unveiling, and celebratory wins

The Oklahoma City Thunder celebrated their season opener with a ring ceremony and banner unveiling, then narrowly defeated Kevin Durant's Houston Rockets 125-124 in double overtime, with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scoring the winning free throws in the final seconds. Durant, booed throughout, scored 23 points, while Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 35 points. The game featured a rare double overtime and a controversial no-call on a timeout attempt by Durant.

via AP News|
#double-overtime#kevin-durant#nba
Thunder narrowly beats Rockets in double overtime on NBA opening night
sports5 months ago

Thunder narrowly beats Rockets in double overtime on NBA opening night

The Oklahoma City Thunder narrowly defeated the Houston Rockets 125-124 in a double overtime season opener, with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scoring the winning free throws. Durant, returning to OKC, was booed and fouled out late in the game. Chet Holmgren and Ajay Mitchell contributed significantly for the Thunder, while Alperen Sengun led the Rockets with a career-high 39 points. The game featured intense moments, including a missed timeout call and a dramatic finish.

via ESPN|
#kevin-durant#nba#overtime