Kevin Durant has perfect reaction to breaking Shaquille O’Neal’s record
Kevin Durant surpasses Shaquille O’Neal to claim seventh place on the NBA's all-time field goals made list.
Houston Rockets power forward Kevin Durant has accomplished a significant milestone in his NBA career, surpassing Shaquille O'Neal's record for the 7th-most field goals made in league history. The 37-year-old star, who has been a consistent and versatile scorer since joining the NBA in 2007, achieved the feat during the Rockets' 115-108 win against the Golden State Warriors on November 12, 2026.
Durant's 11,336 career field goals beat O'Neal's previous record of 11,330, solidifying his status as one of basketball's most reliable shot-makers. In an interview following the victory, Durant expressed his admiration for the former Lakers center, acknowledging that being in the same echelon of greatness as Shaq is an honor. Despite his historic achievement, the veteran forward remains focused on his future goals, with Kobe Bryant's 11,719 career field goals still awaited in his sights.
Durant finished the matchup with 8 made field goals on 17 attempts, contributing 20 points, 4 rebounds, and 5 assists in 34 minutes of play. His shooting accuracy was impressive, registering a 47.1% field goal percentage, with one successful three-pointer.
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