Popularity comparison

Shaquille O'Neal vs Kevin Durant

Person Popularity Comparison by Buzz Score

UpdatedMay 20, 2026

By current Buzz Score, Shaquille O'Neal is the most popular at 16.7, followed by Kevin Durant at 5.6. Shaquille O'Neal has the highest 1-Year Buzz Score at 8.4. Shaquille O'Neal has the highest Peak Buzz Score at 41.5 during Jan 26 – Feb 24, 2020.

Current Buzz ScoreMay 19, 2026

SOShaquille O'Neal16.775% · #59 in People

KDKevin Durant5.625% · #512 in People

1-Year AverageDaily average

SOShaquille O'Neal8.495% · #270 in People

KDKevin Durant0.55.5% · #9,236 in People

Peak Buzz ScoreHighest 30-day average

SOShaquille O'Neal41.5100% · #575 in People · Jan 26 – Feb 24, 2020

KDKevin Durant—0% · Unranked in People

Buzz Score Over Time

Stacked daily Buzz Score

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