Stephen Curry Breaks Kevin Durant’s Game 7 Scoring Record, Prompting Durant’s Praise

KD had a four-word message for Steph after his Game 7 heroics.

Stephen Curry and the Warriors advanced to the Western Conference semifinals on Sunday following their resounding victory over the Kings in Game 7. Curry made some jaw-dropping history in the win, scoring 50 points to overtake Kevin Durant’s record for the most points in a Game 7 in NBA history.

After Curry’s historic afternoon, Durant took to Twitter to congratulate him on becoming the new record-holder, sending his former teammate a four-word message. 

“Legendary 30. 50 pieces,” wrote Durant. 

Durant had set the previous record for most points in a Game 7 back in 2021, when he dropped 48 points in the Nets’ loss against the Bucks in the Eastern Conference semifinals.

Legendary 30. 50 pieces

— Kevin Durant (@KDTrey5) April 30, 2023

Durant’s record only stood for a couple of seasons before Curry shattered it on Sunday as he led the Warriors to the crucial Game 7 win.

Curry converted on 20-of-38 field goal attempts, including 7-of-18 three-pointers. He added six assists and eight rebounds while registering a +25 plus-minus across 38 minutes. 

In addition to surpassing Durant’s record with his 50-point showing against the Kings, the 35-year-old became the all-time leader in Game 7 three-pointers, having netted 25 in his career, overtaking Ray Allen, according to Basketball Reference. 

Following Sunday’s win, Curry and Golden State will prepare for their second-round matchup against LeBron James and the Lakers.