Suns star Kevin Durant became the eighth player in NBA history to score 30,000 career points, reaching the mark against the Memphis Grizzlies on Tuesday night with a free throw late in the third quarter.

Kevin Durant has had incredibly high expectations ever since he was drafted 2nd overall in the 2007 NBA Draft. Durant won the Rookie of the Year award for the

Durant reached 30,000 career points with a pair of free throws in the third quarter of Tuesday night's game against the Memphis Grizzlies.

Memphis Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins shares statement on Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant as he nears NBA history

Kevin Durant’s pursuit of 30,000 points has eyes on him from every direction. Now, Memphis Grizzlies head coach Taylor Jenkins might be on the receiving end before Tuesday’s game. However, he gave the Suns’ star his praise and flowers before Tuesday’s game.