Durant opens 20th season 1,047 points behind Kobe Bryant

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MORE HISTORY ON THE HORIZON FOR KEVIN DURANT 🚀 KD (5th all-time in scoring) will begin his 20th season just 1,047 point Via @NBA on X

What happened: Kevin Durant enters his 20th NBA season fifth on the league's all-time scoring list, 1,047 points behind Kobe Bryant in fourth. He opens the 2026-27 season with the Houston Rockets against the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday.

Why it matters: Climbing to fourth would put Durant behind only the top three scorers in league history. The season-long chase gives Houston an early milestone to track alongside wins and losses.

By the numbers: Durant opens 2026-27 fifth on the NBA career scoring list. He needs 1,047 points to pass Bryant for fourth.

What to watch: Durant's career scoring total updates with each game as he closes the gap to Bryant.

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