Kevin Durant, currently playing for the Phoenix Suns, is poised to climb several NBA history lists before the 2024-25 season concludes. Durant recently joined the 30,000-point club, becoming the eighth player to achieve this milestone. Now, he’s on track to surpass Hakeem Olajuwon for 10th place in all-time field goals made and Vince Carter for 10th place in 3-pointers made.
Durant needs 392 more field goals to overtake Olajuwon, who sits at 10,749. He’s also 163 3-pointers shy of surpassing Carter’s 2,290, placing him at 10th on the all-time 3-pointers made list.
Durant’s pursuit of these milestones adds another layer of excitement to the remainder of the season.
NBA Players Chasing Historic Milestones
Several NBA stars are on the brink of achieving remarkable feats this season, with
LeBron James, Nikola Jokić, Chris Paul, and Russell Westbrook all within reach of meaningful milestones.
LeBron James nears 3-Pointers and Minutes Played records
LeBron James is poised to cement his place in NBA history in multiple categories. He recently became the all-time leader in minutes played, surpassing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. James is also closing in on the Top 3 in games played and needs just two more games to surpass Vince Carter for the No. 3 spot. Meanwhile, he trails Reggie Miller by 44 3-pointers, potentially reaching no. 6 all-time in that category.
To achieve these milestones, James needs only 21 more games to surpass Abdul-Jabbar in games played and 1,746 minutes for 60,000 career minutes.
Nikola jokić Eyes Record-Breaking Triple-Doubles
Nikola Jokić continues to dominate the league, currently leading with 25 triple-doubles this season.His impressive performance puts him in position to shatter the single-season triple-double record of 42, currently held by Russell Westbrook. Jokić needs just 18 more triple-doubles in the Nuggets’ remaining games to claim the historic record.
Reaching more milestones in the triple-double category is also within reach for Jokić. He can reach the Top 5 in single-season triple-doubles with seven more, surpassing Wilt chamberlain. Reaching the No. 4 spot would require 11 more, while he needs 14 for No. 3 and 17 for No. 2.
Chris Paul close to Second-All-Time Steals Ranking
Chris Paul,the veteran guard for the San Antonio Spurs,is tantalizingly close to breaking into an elite category. With one more steal,he will tie Jason Kidd for No. 2 all-time in NBA history.The 38-year-old is on pace for another stellar season, with 70 steals already so far.
Russell Westbrook Battles for Assists and Scoring Records
Russell Westbrook is also making a push for recognition in the NBA’s elite list of scorers and assist leaders. He needs 238 points to surpass Kevin Garnett and reach No. 20 on the all-time scoring list. Reaching No. 15 on the list is a long shot, but not impossible. He needs 974 points to overhaul oscar Robertson’s spot.
In assists, Westbrook needs just 113 more to break Osacar Robertson’s record for No. 8 on the assist leaders list and is on pace to become the eighth player in NBA history to reach 10,000 career assists.
NBA Players on the Cusp of Team records
Several NBA players are poised to make history by breaking team records this season. Here’s a look at some of the most notable contenders:
Devin Booker, Phoenix Suns
Devin Booker already etched his name in Suns history as the franchise’s all-time leading scorer. Now, he’s within reach of two more franchise records:
* **Field Goals Made:** Booker needs 204 more field goals to surpass alvan Adams and move into second place.
* **Free throw Attempts:** he’s 115 free throw attempts away from jumping past Amar’e Stoudemire for third place.
Based on his current pace, reaching both milestones seems highly likely.
Jordan Clarkson, Utah Jazz
Jordan Clarkson is closing in on a top-three spot on the Jazz’s all-time list for 3-pointers made.
* **3-Pointers Made:** Clarkson needs just 37 more 3-pointers to pass John Stockton,currently in second place.
With his consistent shooting, Clarkson is on track to potentially move past Stockton before the end of the season.
Anthony Edwards, Minnesota timberwolves
Anthony Edwards has a legitimate shot at breaking into the Timberwolves’ top three in both points and steals.
* **Points:** He needs 308 more points to surpass Andrew Wiggins and claim third place on the team’s all-time scoring list.* **Steals:** Edwards is 26 steals away from overtaking corey Brewer for the third-most steals in franchise history.Edwards has consistently scored over 1,900 points in the past two seasons, putting him squarely in range of surpassing Wiggins. His strong on-ball defense should also lead him to break Brewer’s record.
Draymond Green, Golden State Warriors
Draymond Green is poised to make a significant climb on the Warriors’ assists list:
* **Assists:** Green needs just 63 assists to surpass Guy Rodgers and move into second place.Averaging 5.6 assists per game, he’s well on track to reach this milestone by season’s end.
Nikola Jokić, Denver Nuggets
Nikola Jokić is already a Nuggets legend, and he could add two more records to his impressive resume:
* **Field Goal Attempts:** Jokić needs 137 more attempts to pass Carmelo Anthony for second place.
* **3-Pointers Made:** He’s 30 3-pointers shy of Will Barton’s total and 68 3-point attempts away from passing Barton’s overall mark.
With his high scoring output, both records appear attainable for the two-time MVP.
**Which NBA player is closest to breaking into the top 10 all-time for field goals made?**
NBA Players Chasing Historic Milestones
Several NBA stars are on the brink of achieving remarkable feats this season, with
LeBron James, Nikola Jokić, Chris Paul, and Russell Westbrook all within reach of meaningful milestones.
LeBron James nears 3-Pointers and Minutes Played records
LeBron James is poised to cement his place in NBA history in multiple categories. He recently became the all-time leader in minutes played, surpassing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. James is also closing in on the Top 3 in games played and needs just two more games to surpass Vince Carter for the No. 3 spot. Meanwhile, he trails Reggie Miller by 44 3-pointers, potentially reaching no. 6 all-time in that category.
To achieve these milestones, James needs only 21 more games to surpass Abdul-Jabbar in games played and 1,746 minutes for 60,000 career minutes.
Nikola jokić eyes Record-Breaking Triple-doubles
Nikola Jokić continues to dominate the league, currently leading with 25 triple-doubles this season.His impressive performance puts him in position to shatter the single-season triple-double record of 42, currently held by Russell Westbrook. Jokić needs just 18 more triple-doubles in the Nuggets’ remaining games to claim the historic record.
Reaching more milestones in the triple-double category is also within reach for Jokić. He can reach the Top 5 in single-season triple-doubles with seven more, surpassing Wilt chamberlain. Reaching the No. 4 spot would require 11 more, while he needs 14 for No. 3 and 17 for No. 2.
Chris Paul close to Second-All-time Steals Ranking
Chris Paul,the veteran guard for the san Antonio Spurs,is tantalizingly close to breaking into an elite category. With one more steal,he will tie Jason Kidd for No. 2 all-time in NBA history.The 38-year-old is on pace for another stellar season, with 70 steals already so far.
Russell westbrook Battles for Assists and Scoring Records
russell Westbrook is also making a push for recognition in the NBA’s elite list of scorers and assist leaders. He needs 238 points to surpass Kevin Garnett and reach No. 20 on the all-time scoring list.Reaching No. 15 on the list is a long shot,but not impossible. He needs 974 points to overhaul oscar Robertson’s spot.
In assists, Westbrook needs just 113 more to break Osacar Robertson’s record for No.8 on the assist leaders list and is on pace to become the eighth player in NBA history to reach 10,000 career assists.
NBA Players on the Cusp of Team records
Several NBA players are poised to make history by breaking team records this season. Here’s a look at some of the most notable contenders:
Devin Booker, Phoenix Suns
Devin Booker already etched his name in Suns history as the franchise’s all-time leading scorer. Now, he’s within reach of two more franchise records:
* **Field Goals Made:** Booker needs 204 more field goals to surpass alvan Adams and move into second place.
* **Free throw Attempts:** he’s 115 free throw attempts away from jumping past Amar’e Stoudemire for third place.
Based on his current pace, reaching both milestones seems highly likely.
Jordan Clarkson, Utah Jazz
Jordan Clarkson is closing in on a top-three spot on the Jazz’s all-time list for 3-pointers made.
* **3-Pointers Made:** Clarkson needs just 37 more 3-pointers to pass John Stockton,currently in second place.
With his consistent shooting, clarkson is on track to potentially move past Stockton before the end of the season.
Anthony Edwards,Minnesota timberwolves
Anthony Edwards has a legitimate shot at breaking into the Timberwolves’ top three in both points and steals.
* **Points:** He needs 308 more points to surpass Andrew Wiggins and claim third place on the team’s all-time scoring list.* **Steals:** Edwards is 26 steals away from overtaking corey Brewer for the third-most steals in franchise history.Edwards has consistently scored over 1,900 points in the past two seasons, putting him squarely in range of surpassing Wiggins. His strong on-ball defense should also lead him to break Brewer’s record.
draymond Green,Golden State Warriors
Draymond Green is poised to make a significant climb on the Warriors’ assists list:
* **Assists:** Green needs just 63 assists to surpass Guy Rodgers and move into second place.Averaging 5.6 assists per game, he’s well on track to reach this milestone by season’s end.
Nikola Jokić,Denver Nuggets
Nikola Jokić is already a Nuggets legend,and he could add two more records to his impressive resume:
* **Field Goal Attempts:** Jokić needs 137 more attempts to pass Carmelo Anthony for second place.
* **3-Pointers Made:** He’s 30 3-pointers shy of Will Barton’s total and 68 3-point attempts away from passing Barton’s overall mark.
With his high scoring output, both records appear attainable for the two-time MVP..
NBA Milestone FAQ
Q: How many field goals does Kevin Durant need to make to surpass Hakeem Olajuwon on the all-time list?**
A: Kevin Durant needs 392 more field goals to overtake Hakeem Olajuwon for 10th place.
Q: Which player is closest to breaking into the NBA’s top 2 assist leaders?**
A: Russell Westbrook is on track to become the eighth player in NBA history to reach 10,000 career assists.
Q: Who is the current triple-double leader and how many more does he need to break the single-season record?**
A: Nikola Jokic,with 25 triple-doubles this season,is on pace to break the single-season triple-double record of 42,held by Russell Westbrook. he needs just 18 more.
**Q: Which NBA team’s all-time scoring record does Devin Booker already hold?**
A: Devin Booker is the Phoenix Suns’ all-time leading scorer.
Stay tuned for more updates on these amazing basketball journeys!
