Kevin Durant is one of the greatest forwards of the franchise and a strong contender for the NBA Hall of Fame. Dominating the sport for more than a decade now, KD has been one of the best players of his generation. So exactly how many rings does Kevin Durant have?
Since being drafted in 2007 by the Seattle SuperSonics, Durant had been at the top of his game from day one. Named Rookie of the Year in his first NBA season, KD has been the ultimate difference-maker for his teams throughout the years. Till date, Durant has played for the Oklahoma City Thunder, Golden State Warriors, Brooklyn Nets and the Phoenix Suns.
Besides his stellar NBA career, KD has had one glorious international journey with his national team. His International trophy cabinet boasts one FIBA World Cup title and 3 Olympic Gold medals won in 2012, 2016 and 2020. But how many NBA rings does Kevin Durant have?
| Player name | Kevin Wayne Durant Jr. |
| Born | September 29, 1988 |
| Rings count | 2 |
| Ring years | 2017, 2018 |
| Teams he won rings with | Golden State Warriors |
| Drafted year | 2007 |
| Drafted by | Seattle SuperSonics (Oklahoma City Thunder) |
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How many rings does Kevin Durant have?
Kevin Durant has won 2 NBA rings to date. KD won both of his Championship rings with the Golden State Warriors after signing for them in 2016. Although Durant had played in the 2012 NBA Finals, unfortunately for him the Oklahoma City Thunder faced defeat at the hands of LeBron James‘ Miami Heat.
What years did Kevin Durant win his rings?
Kevin Durant won his two NBA rings back-to-back in 2017 and 2018. In both Finals, KD was named Finals MVP where he amassed spectacular stats while dazzling the courts for his team. And, Durant also faced the Cleveland Cavaliers in both finals, winning both series for the Warriors.
2017: Kevin Durant’s First Ring & Finals MVP
In his debut season with the Golden State Warriors, Durant put up a stellar display to earn them a place in the Finals. Teaming up with Stephen Curry, Draymond Green, and Klay Thompson – KD brought out the best of the Warriors when they won the Finals series 4-1 over the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Averaging 35.2 points, 8.4 rebounds, and 5.4 assists in the Finals, KD was the top scorer in every game of the series. Iconic yet, Durant won the title facing LeBron James for the second time in an NBA Finals series since 2012. However, this time it was KD who came out on top and was named the Finals MVP.
3. Kevin Durant vs Cavs in Game 5 of 2017 NBA Finals
39 Points
6 Rebounds
5 Assist
5 3PM
70 FG%
86 TS%Won his 1st NBA Championship and 1st Finals MVP
— NBA Muse (@NBAMuse24) July 5, 2022
2018: Back-to-Back Rings & Another Finals MVP
The Warriors came back deadlier next season, with a team already labelled ‘unbeatable’. Following a successful playoffs stint, the Golden State Warriors sealed a place in the 2018 Finals and even this time – it was the Cavaliers in the Finals.
To say the least, the Warriors swept over the Cleveland Cavaliers and recorded a playoff career-high 43 points, 13 rebounds, and seven assists in Game 3 of the 2018 NBA Finals. Golden State eventually won the series 4-0 and KD was yet again named Finals MVP. Durant averaged 28.8 points, 10.8 rebounds, and 7.5 assists in the Finals campaign, acquiring his second NBA ring.
Who has more rings, Kevin Durant or LeBron James?
LeBron James has two more Championship rings than Kevin Durant. KD has won 2 NBA rings while LeBron James won 4.
Kevin Durant vs LeBron James in the NBA Finals 🔥 It doesn’t get any better than this.
You still have time to appreciate what we witnessed in 2012, 2017 and 2018. The two best of the post Kobe era.
— Ball Don't Stop (@balldontstop) July 6, 2021
LeBron won his four titles with – the Miami Heat in 2012 and 2013, the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2016 and the Los Angeles Lakers in 2020. Kevin Durant on the other hand has won two Champions, both with the Golden State Warriors in 2017 and 2018.
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