During Team USA’s match against Brazil, All-Star forward Kevin Durant went ahead and made United States history by becoming the all-time leading scorer in the Olympics. This prompted the Phoenix Suns star to drop a powerful take about his recent achievement.
Durant has etched his name in the record books as the all-time leading scorer for the USA’s basketball team in the Olympics. The 11-time NBA All-Star has amassed an impressive 336 points over his three Olympic appearances, surpassing the previous record held by WNBA legend Lisa Leslie.
His scoring prowess has been a driving force behind Team USA’s dominance on the international stage. In the 2012 London Olympics, he led the charge with 156 points, helping the Americans secure the gold medal. Four years later in Rio, the All-Star forward continued his scoring onslaught, pouring in 155 points as the team defended its title.
The 2020 Tokyo Olympics saw Durant cement his legacy as one of the greatest American basketball players. Despite the team’s early struggles, he stepped up when it mattered most, averaging 20.0 points per game and guiding the squad to its fourth consecutive gold medal.
Team USA’s Kevin Durant Shares His Take on Making United States Olympics History
After Team USA’s match against Brazil, various opinions were shared on social media about Durant’s achievement. For his part, the two-time NBA champion dropped a powerful take on his official X account.
“Records are meant to be broken, I’ll hold on to this until another great comes along and passes me up…Lisa Leslie you are the gold standard in basketball, I appreciate your love and support throughout the years..much love to you always…it’s all about the gold baby. Let’s get it fellas,” Durant tweeted.
The Suns star’s unparalleled scoring ability, coupled with his commitment to the national team, has solidified his place in the pantheon of USA basketball greats. His willingness to represent his country, even at the height of his NBA success, has earned him the admiration of fans and teammates alike.
As the USA men’s basketball team looks to the future, the presence of Durant’s scoring prowess will undoubtedly be a driving force behind their continued dominance on the world stage. His legacy as the all-time leading scorer will inspire generations of American basketball players to come.
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