Last Updated on January 4, 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
  • Draft: 2007, 1st round, 2nd overall pick by the Seattle SuperSonics (now Oklahoma City Thunder)
  • College: University of Texas at Austin
  • High School: Montrose Christian School (Rockville, Maryland) and Oak Hill Academy (Mouth of Wilson, Virginia)
  • 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
  • Teams Played For:
    1. Seattle SuperSonics / Oklahoma City Thunder (2007–2016)
    2. Golden State Warriors (2016–2019)
    3. Brooklyn Nets (2019–2023)
    4. Phoenix Suns (2023–present)

Player Overview: Kevin Durant is an elite, generational scorer known for his rare combination of height, length, and offensive skill. At nearly 7 feet tall with guard-like handles, he can shoot over virtually any defender, making him lethal from all three levels—mid-range, three-point, and at the rim. His scoring is smooth and effortless, often using pull-ups, turnaround jumpers, and spot-up threes. Durant is also an underrated playmaker, capable of reading defenses and creating for others. Defensively, his length allows him to contest shots, disrupt passing lanes, and switch across multiple positions. His calm demeanor and efficient style make him one of the most unstoppable and versatile offensive players in NBA history.

Player Updates: I thought Kevin Durant’s Suns were legitimate contenders for the 2023-24 season, but they played quite poorly in the playoffs. It didn’t seem like Durant will trying nearly as hard as he did for Team USA in the 2024 Olympics when I watched the Suns be eliminated from the playoffs. Moreover, Bradley Beal didn’t look in great shape and noticeably struggled with fitness during the playoffs. So what chance do I give the Suns for 2024-25? I don’t think they’re contenders. 10/19/2024

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.

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Kevin Durant is one of the best scorers in NBA history. No player before him had as much skill as Durant when playing at the same height. He spent many seasons unable to win in Seattle/OKC before joining Steph Curry, Klay Thompson, and Draymond Green in Golden State. He won a couple of titles for the Warriors and then went to Brooklyn. 8/8/2024