Oct 8, 2021; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard James Harden (13) and forward Kevin Durant (7) during warm ups before a preseason game against the Milwaukee Bucks at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Kevin Durant Sends Sincere Message To Former NBA Teammate James Harden

Originally posted on Fastbreak on SI | By Ben Stinar | Last updated Nov 18, 2024 4:06 AM ET

On Sunday evening, the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Utah Jazz by a score of 116-105.

James Harden finished with 20 points, six rebounds, 11 assists, two steals and two blocks while shooting 7/14 from the field and 2/8 from the three-point range in 34 minutes of playing time.

The 2018 MVP also made NBA history.

Via Bleacher Report: "JAMES HARDEN PASSES RAY ALLEN FOR 2ND ON THE ALL-TIME 3PM LIST

2,974 AND COUNTING FOR THE BEARD "

JAMES HARDEN PASSES RAY ALLEN FOR 2ND ON THE ALL-TIME 3PM LIST

2,974 AND COUNTING FOR THE BEARD pic.twitter.com/fV0w69V3ym
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) November 18, 2024

Many people reacted to the historic accomplishment, and one person who shared a message was Phoenix Suns superstar Kevin Durant.

The 2014 MVP was teammates with Harden on the OKC Thunder and Brooklyn Nets.

Via The LA Clippers: "A message from KD, who assisted the first three of James Harden’s career, after he became #2 on the NBA’s all-time list!"

Durant: "Congrats JH! Reaching an amazing accomplishment, all the work that you put in has paid off. You inspire so many people around the world with how you play. Been a great teammate, a great friend, I love you brother keep grinding."

“Congrats, JH!” -Kevin Durant

A message from KD, who assisted the first three of James Harden’s career, after he became #2 on the NBA’s all-time list! pic.twitter.com/MILvLsxZrr
— LA Clippers (@LAClippers) November 18, 2024