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Kevin Durant and Dirk Nowitzki’s SHOCKING Messages After Rockets Star BREAKS Scoring Record! You Won't Believe What They Said!

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21 hours ago · Updated 21 hours ago

On Sunday night, Kevin Durant added another remarkable achievement to his storied career by moving up the NBA’s all-time scoring list. The Houston Rockets superstar entered the game against the New Orleans Pelicans needing just 17 points to surpass the legendary Dirk Nowitzki, who finished his illustrious career with 31,560 points. It took Durant nearly the entire game to reach this milestone, but with fewer than 30 seconds left in the fourth quarter, he lined up at the free throw line and knocked down his first attempt, bringing his career total to an impressive 31,561 points.

The excitement in the Houston stands was palpable as fans erupted in support for Durant, celebrating a historic moment in the sport. The NBA captured the moment on social media, highlighting Durant's ascent to sixth place on the all-time scoring list.

Durant's achievement was made even more special by a surprise video message from Nowitzki himself. In the message, Nowitzki congratulated Durant, calling him one of the “purest scorers the game has ever seen.” With characteristic humor, Nowitzki joked, "Not super happy about him passing me," but quickly pivoted to praise Durant's skill, describing him as a "7-footer with really a two-guard’s game." He added, "There’s really nothing you can do to stop him one-on-one. He can always get a great shot up."

This display of sportsmanship came amid a longstanding rivalry between the Dallas Mavericks and the Rockets, but it was set aside in a moment of respect between two of the game’s greatest players. Durant acknowledged the importance of Nowitzki in his own career, saying, "Dirk is somebody I look up to, somebody I competed against, I watched daily. I’m just grateful to be amongst the greats.” During a postgame interview, he reflected on their battles: "To be up there with Dirk... it’s just insane. To be right underneath Michael Jordan? It’s crazy, man."

Durant also expressed his appreciation for the congratulatory video from Nowitzki, stating, “For him to take time out of his day to send me a message on passing him on the charts is pretty cool. It speaks to how humble Dirk is.” This moment not only underscores the camaraderie among elite athletes but also highlights the respect shared across generational lines in the sport.

As it stands, Durant is now right behind Michael Jordan for fifth on the all-time scoring list, further solidifying his legacy as one of the greatest scorers in basketball history. With his career still ongoing, fans and analysts alike are eager to see how far Durant can climb and what more he will achieve in the twilight of his career.

For Kevin Durant, this night will be remembered as a significant milestone, not just for his scoring achievements, but for the recognition and respect he has garnered from his peers, especially from a player like Dirk Nowitzki, who has left an indelible mark on the game.

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