Last Updated on April 22, 2026 by Mat Diekhake

Kevin DurantHere’s a detailed profile of Kevin Durant:

  • Full Name: Kevin Wayne Durant
  • Nickname: KD, Durantula, Easy Money Sniper
  • Nationality: United States
  • Age: Born on September 29, 1988
  • Hometown: Washington, D.C.
  • Wingspan: 7 feet 5 inches (2.26 meters)
  • Weight: 240 pounds (109 kg)
  • Height: 6 feet 10 inches (2.08 meters)
  • Standing Reach: 9 feet 2 inches (2.79 meters)
  • Vertical Leap: 33 to 34 inches (84 to 86 cm)
  • Shoe Size: 17 (US)
  • Shoe Brand: Nike KD 17, Nike KD 16, Nike KD 15, Nike KD 14, Nike KD 13, Nike KD 12, Nike KD 11, Nike KD 10, Nike KD 9, Nike KD 8 (complete sneaker history)
  • Numbers: 35 (Seattle SuperSonics), 35 (Oklahoma City Thunder), 35 (Golden State Warriors), 35 (Brooklyn Nets), 35 (Phoenix Suns)
  • Position: Small Forward / Power Forward
  • High School: Montrose Christian School (Rockville, Maryland) and Oak Hill Academy (Mouth of Wilson, Virginia)
  • College: University of Texas at Austin
  • Draft: 2007, 1st round, 2nd overall pick by the Seattle SuperSonics (now Oklahoma City Thunder)
  • Player Archetype: Three-Level Scoring Wing / Offensive Engine
  • Primary Offensive Role: Isolation scorer; elite pull-up shooter; late-clock closer
  • Defensive Role: Weakside rim protector; switchable help defender
  • Play Style: Fluid, high-release shot creator; efficient midrange dominance; matchup nightmare due to length and skill
  • Handedness / Shooting Hand: Right
  • Athletic Profile:
    • Long-stride mover with guard-like coordination
    • Elite functional length and release point
    • Not explosive in a traditional sense but highly efficient and balanced
  • Recruiting Status:
    • 5-star recruit (consensus top-2 in 2006 class)
  • Draft Status Detail:
    • Elite one-and-done prospect; NCAA National Player of the Year; viewed as a generational scoring talent entering the 2007 draft
  • Injury Status Category: Moderate Risk
    • History includes a major Achilles tear (2019) but returned to All-NBA level; occasional missed games for lower-body management
  • Career Stage: Late Prime / Early Post-Prime (high-level production sustained)
  • Comparison Style:
    • Elite scoring forward with guard skill set and historic efficiency
  • Comparable Players:
    • Dirk Nowitzki — tall shot-making forward with elite midrange touch
    • Tracy McGrady — long scoring wing with shot-creation fluidity
    • Kawhi Leonard — efficient modern scorer with two-way impact
    • Paul George — versatile wing scorer with perimeter skill
  • Teams Played For:
  • Trade History: Kevin Durant Trade History
  • Game Stats:
  • Championship Rings: 2 NBA Championships (2017, 2018 with Golden State Warriors)
  • 2K Rating: 97 all-time Oklahoma City Thunder, 97 all-time Golden State Warriors, 96 Phoenix Suns (2K25 attributes)
  • Speciality: Scoring
  • Kids: 0
  • Endorsements: $42M – Nike, Beats by Dre, Gatorade (2023-24)
  • Net Worth: Kevin Durant Contract History
  • Supports: Washington Commanders, Atlanta Braves, Boston Bruins

Kevin Durant is best understood through a scoring-forward player archetype—an elite, high-efficiency offensive hub who blends perimeter shot creation with interior finishing—while defensively he typically operates as a weakside rim helper and switchable wing capable of contesting across multiple positions due to his length; offensively, he functions as a primary shot-maker and secondary playmaker, thriving in isolation, pick-and-roll scoring, and off-ball shooting actions where his release point is virtually unguardable; physically, Durant stands out with a near seven-foot frame, exceptional wingspan, fluid mobility, and guard-like coordination that amplifies his mismatch profile; his overall play style is defined by effortless scoring versatility, economy of movement, and the ability to scale within different offensive systems without sacrificing efficiency or volume.

Notes:

  • Kevin Durant’s height without shoes is officially listed as 6 feet 9 inches (205 cm). However, there have been reports and speculation that he is closer to 6 feet 10 inches (208 cm) or even 6 feet 11 inches (211 cm) in actuality.
  • Kevin Durant’s listed playing weight is approximately 240 pounds (109 kg). However, his weight has fluctuated over the years, with earlier stages of his career often listing him closer to 215–220 pounds (98–100 kg) due to his slender frame.
  • Kevin Durant also has numerous Player Edition shoes, including Nike KD 15 Longhorns, Nike KD 14 Dream, Nike KD 13 Venom Yellow, Nike KD 13 Longhorns, Nike KD 11 Scrooge McDuck, Nike KD 11 Shades of Grey, Nike KD 10 black and yellow, Nike KD 10 “What the” KD 10, Nike KD 10 Santa Monica, Nike KD 9 Yellow and black.
  • Similar players to Kevin Durant include Tracy McGrady.

Fun Facts

  • His favorite player growing up was Tracy McGrady.
  • Tracy McGrady lists Durant as one of his top five all-time best scorers in the NBA. Likewise, KD lists T-Mac is his top five also.
  • He says he was the best shooter on the Warriors when he played with Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson.
  • He usually goes by easymoneysniper as his online alias, a reference to it being easy to have made the money than he has.
  • He started his career playing for the Seattle Sonics before the then-owner sold the team to a man based in Oklahoma. The new owner then relocated the team to his home state and renamed them the Oklahoma City Thunder. Durant expressed sympathy for Seattle and said he hopes they get another team.
  • Kevin Durant was approximately 6’7″ (200 cm) tall at 15 years old.
  • Durant won the NBA Finals MVP award in two of the three seasons he spent playing for the Warriors.
  • He led the league in scoring four times during his NBA career.

Player Insights

Player Overview:
Kevin Durant is widely regarded as one of the most efficient high-volume scorers in modern basketball. Standing near 7 feet with a reported ~7’5″ wingspan, he combines positional size with guard-level ball handling and shot creation. Durant generates offense across all three levels—finishing at the rim, converting midrange pull-ups, and shooting from beyond the arc—often over contests due to his release height and length.

His scoring profile is built on balance, footwork, and shot versatility, including pull-ups, turnarounds, and catch-and-shoot opportunities. In addition to scoring, he functions as a secondary playmaker, capable of making reads against defensive pressure and facilitating within structured offenses. Defensively, Durant provides value as a help-side rim protector and switchable forward, using his length to contest shots and disrupt passing lanes. His production across multiple teams and systems supports his standing as one of the most scalable elite scorers in NBA history.

Player Updates (Oct 19, 2024):
Entering the 2023–24 season, the Phoenix Suns were widely viewed as contenders but fell short in the playoffs. Their postseason performance raised questions about roster balance, continuity, and overall cohesion. Observationally, Durant’s level of offensive engagement appeared more variable compared to his role with USA Basketball during the 2024 Olympic cycle, where he operated with a more defined structure and supporting cast.

Additionally, Bradley Beal dealt with visible conditioning and availability challenges during the playoffs, which impacted lineup stability. Based on these factors, the Suns’ outlook for the 2024–25 season projects more as a competitive playoff team rather than a clear title favorite, pending improvements in health, role clarity, and defensive consistency.

Sources:
Basketball Reference — Kevin Durant Stats
NBA.com — Kevin Durant Bio
ESPN — Kevin Durant Stats, News and Bio