Kevin Durant has etched his name deeper into NBA history, entering the Top 70 all-time in career assists with 5,149 after dishing out 12 assists in Houston’s recent win. He surpassed José Calderón (5,148) to claim the 70th spot, per Basketball-Reference and live trackers like Top Data NBA (February 24, 2026).
KD’s Playmaking Milestone Adds to Elite Resume
Known primarily as one of the greatest scorers ever (No. 6 all-time with 31,945+ points), Durant continues proving his all-around brilliance. Averaging 4.4 APG over 18 seasons and 1,176 games, his 12-assist night pushed him past Calderón into 70th place.
This follows his 5,000-assist milestone (December 2025), making him the third-fastest to 30K points + 5K rebounds + 5K assists—behind only Michael Jordan and LeBron James.
Breaking Down the Achievement
In Houston’s 125-105 rout of Utah, Durant posted 18 points (7-13 FG, 4-6 3PT), 5 rebounds, 12 assists, 1 block, and 1 steal in 34 minutes—facilitating for Jabari Smith Jr. and others with pinpoint passes.
All-time assists leaderboard snapshot:
- 70. Kevin Durant – 5,149
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- José Calderón – 5,148
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- Andre Iguodala – 5,147
As a forward/wing, Durant’s ranking stands out—most top assist leaders are guards. In 2025-26 with Houston: 25.9 PPG, 5.4 RPG, 4.5 APG on 50.7% FG/40.9% 3PT. At 36, he’s still elite, elevating young teammates while chasing contention.
KD’s Legacy Grows – Versatility Defines Greatness
Durant’s Top 70 assists climb highlights his evolution: from scoring phenom to complete superstar. With Rockets pushing for playoffs, more milestones await. KD’s resume—scoring titles, championships, MVPs, and now elite facilitation—solidifies his GOAT conversation. Congrats to KD: the legend keeps adding layers!