Ranking Kevin Durant's 5 greatest teammates of all time

Kevin Durant is revered as one of the greatest players of all time, and the 'Slim Reaper' has the case to be called at least a top three scorer in NBA history. Such is the resume of Durant, who has won two NBA championships, winning the Finals MVP on both occasions.

Kevin Durant has played with some scintillating talent in his NBA career so far, and in this article, we take a look at his top five teammates of all time.

Listing Kevin Durant's five best NBA teammates he has played with in his career

Kevin Durant possesses the ability to win his side games on his own, but it is imperative for a star player to play with a super team in the modern era if he wants to win a ring. Durant knows this better than anyone else, and has been part of a few of the greatest rosters of all time, both in terms of talent and achievement.

On that note, let's check out the top five teammates he has played with in his career -

#5 - Klay Thompson, Golden State Warriors

Golden State Warriors v Houston Rockets - Game Three

Klay Thompson and Kevin Durant played together for the Golden State Warriors, usually occupying the two wing spots in the starting lineup. Thompson's role was completely different from Durant's, which allowed the latter to play his natural game with the shooting guard completely playing off-the-ball.

Thompson is revered as one of the greatest shooters of all time, and has also been lauded for his defensive prowess. Klay Thompson possesses the ability to play at both the shooting guard and the small forward position, making him a versatile option to have on the roster.

#4 - Kyrie Irving, Brooklyn Nets

Boston Celtics v Brooklyn Nets - Game Five

Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving decided to team up during the summer of 2019, joining forces to play with the Brooklyn Nets. Apart from being great friends off the court, the duo share some brilliant chemistry on the court as well.

Irving is one of the most dynamic point guards in the league, and packs a blend of stupendous ball-handling and accurate shooting, making him a brilliant player on the defensive side of the ball.

#3 - Russell Westbrook, OKC Thunder

Golden State Warriors v Oklahoma City Thunder

Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook played together for an extremely young but talented OKC Thunder side, which reached the NBA finals in 2012. They ended up losing to the 'Big 3' Miami Heat, which eventually led to the duo of Kevin Durant and Westbrook disbanding as the small forward chose to join the Golden State Warriors.

Westbrook stayed at OKC Thunder until 2019, winning an MVP award in 2017. He then had dreadful spells with the Houston Rockets and Washington Wizards, and joined the LA Lakers in the 2021 offseason, looking to win his first championship ring.

#2 - James Harden, Brooklyn Nets

Boston Celtics v Brooklyn Nets - Game Five

James Harden joined the Brooklyn Nets from the Houston Rockets last season in a blockbuster trade, forming inarguably the best trio in the league alongside Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant. His first was hampered by multiple injuries, but he still managed to show his class, ending the regular season with the highest assists per game (counted from the time he joined the Nets).

Harden is an MVP winner, bagging the prestigious accolade in 2018. He has assumed the role of the team's starting point guard since coming to the Nets, but still has the capability of troubling the opposition with his scoring prowess as well.

#1 - Stephen Curry, Golden State Warriors

Brooklyn Nets v Golden State Warriors

There is little doubt that Stephen Curry is Kevin Durant's greatest teammate ever. Chef Curry is a two-time MVP winner, once winning the Maurice Podoloff trophy with a unanimous decision, becoming the first player in NBA history to do so. Curry and Kevin Durant played for the Golden State Warriors together, winning two NBA championships and reaching the finals in 2019.

Despite being out of the NBA for one full season, Curry returned in style during the 2020-21 campaign, getting shortlisted for the NBA MVP award. The accolade went to Joel Embiid, but the veteran point guard proved he is not done yet on the biggest stage.