Kevin Durant Breaks Olympic Scoring Record
Kevin Durant Breaks Olympic Scoring Record
Kevin Durant Breaks Olympic Scoring Record
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Kevin Durant has surpassed Lisa Leslie to become USA Basketball's all-time leading scorer in Olympic competition, achieving this milestone during Team USA's 122-87 victory over Brazil. Durant now holds the record with 494 points, surpassing Leslie's previous record of 488 points. Following the achievement, Durant expressed gratitude towards Leslie, calling her the 'gold standard in basketball'. Team USA will face Serbia in the semifinals as they aim for another gold medal. Durant's performance, despite a prior calf injury, has been pivotal for the team, averaging 14.8 points per game. Coach Steve Kerr praised the team's efforts but emphasized the need for continued focus in the upcoming critical games.

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