NBA superstar Kevin Durant is one of the greatest forwards in league history 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 in the NBA.
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 three Olympic Gold medals won in 2012, 2016 and 2020. But how many NBA rings does Kevin Durant have?
| Player name | Kevin Wayne Durant |
| 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) |
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.
Kevin Durant has won 2 NBA championships (via Imago)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. In fact, LeBron won his first NBA Championship in that campaign.
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.
Kevin Durant with his Championship ring (via Pinterest, Imago)In fact, Durant faced the Cleveland Cavaliers in both finals, winning the two series for the Warriors. Coincidentally, it was also against LeBron James’ team that he won the two NBA Finals of his career, as James was playing for the Cavs at the time.
2017: Kevin Durant’s First Ring & Finals MVPÂ
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 as they won the Finals series 4-1 against the Cleveland Cavaliers.
2017 Finals MVP (via FromTheBend)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. Iconically, 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.
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 KD recorded a playoff career-high 43 points, 13 rebounds, and seven assists in Game 3 of the 2018 NBA Finals.
The Dubs dynasty (via FromTheBend)Golden State eventually won the series 4-0 and Durant was yet again named Finals MVP. Kevin 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, Stephen Curry or LeBron James?Â
LeBron James has two more Championship rings than Kevin Durant. KD has won two NBA rings while LeBron James and Stephen Curry won four NBA Championships each.
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.
Kevin Durant (via BFrames)Meanwhile, Stephen Curry won four NBA Championships with the Warriors. He was named the Finals MVP for the first time in the 2022 NB A Finals.
FAQs
Q. How many NBA Championships has Kevin Durant won?
Kevin Durant had won two NBA Championships in his career.
Q. How many NBA Finals MVP has Kevin Durant won?
Kevin Durant has won two Finals MVP in his NBA career.
Q. Has Kevin Durant won any NBA Championship with the Phoenix Suns?
No, Kevin Durant has not won any NBA Championships with the Phoenix Suns, but he has won two with the Golden State Warriors.
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