Kevin Durant Cements Olympic Legacy by Making History

On Tuesday, Kevin Durant achieved a historic milestone against Brazil by becoming the all-time leading scorer in U.S. Olympic basketball history, surpassing both men’s and women’s records.

Durant reached this historic achievement on a dunk in the third quarter, surpassing women’s basketball legend Lisa Leslie's record of 488 points.

Durant, renowned for his exceptional shooting and scoring abilities, has made a significant impact not only in the NBA but also on the Olympic stage.

Since his debut in the 2012 London Olympics, Durant has consistently showcased his scoring talent, averaging 19.5 points per game during his first appearance at 23 years old.

His performances have only improved with each Olympic appearance, solidifying his status as one of the game's greats.

Entering Tuesday's matchup against Brazil, Durant was just six points shy of breaking the previous record held by Leslie.

Leslie had offered her congratulations to Durant in advance, saying, "Well, let me start to congratulate Kevin as he gets ready to break one of my Olympic records. The Slim Reaper!! One of my all-time favorites!"

For over a decade, Durant has played a pivotal role in keeping U.S. basketball at the forefront of international competition.

As an NBA MVP, NBA champion, and now the leading scorer in U.S. Olympic basketball history, Durant’s contributions have left an incredible mark on the sport.

His continued excellence exemplifies his commitment to the game and his country.

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