Kevin Durant Tops Michael Jordan On NBA Scoring List

Merlin sees Kevin Durant climb past Michael Jordan into fifth on the NBA’s all-time scoring list after a 27-point night in the Rockets’ 123-122 win over the Heat. Durant honored MJ, saying "MJ has so many great moments that it's hard to pick one," and reminded listeners that Jordan missed significant time yet still set a towering mark. At 37 and averaging 27.4 points, Durant is still a merciless scorer and now has Kobe Bryant 1,350 points ahead as his next summit. Merlin senses the math favors Durant if he stays healthy, but minutes, rest, and team load will shape the chase as Houston leans on him during a looming four-game road trip.