What happened: Kevin Durant enters Wednesday's game needing three field goals to surpass Shaquille O'Neal for seventh place on the NBA's all-time made field goals list. O'Neal concluded his career with 11,330 makes. Durant meets Stephen Curry as both clubs enter the matchup with 8-3 records.
Why it matters: Reaching 11,331 made baskets would elevate Durant past another Hall of Fame center on the league's all-time scoring ladder. The contest also carries early Western Conference standing implications, with Golden State seeking to extend its eight-game winning streak.
By the numbers: O'Neal sits seventh all-time at 11,330 made field goals, three ahead of Durant at 11,328. Golden State brings an eight-game winning streak into Wednesday, with both teams tied at 8-3.
What to watch: Durant takes the floor Wednesday night aiming to secure the three field goals needed to take sole possession of seventh all-time.