At the end of the season, Durant was named to the All-NBA First Team, head coach Scott Brooks was named NBA Coach of the Year, James Harden was named to the NBA All-Rookie Second Team, and Thabo Sefolosha was named to the NBA All-Defensive Second Team.
As the season concluded, Durant's outstanding performance led to his selection as one of the league's best players. Coach Brooks' exceptional leadership skills were recognized with the top coaching award. Meanwhile, Harden's impressive rookie year earned him recognition among the league's top rookies. Thabo Sefolosha's defensive abilities also caught attention, leading to his selection for a secondary defensive team.