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Trade Breakdown: Kevin Durant To The Suns (Four-Team Deal)
2023/03/trade-breakdown-kevin-durant-to-the-suns-four-team-deal.htmlThe Suns acquired Kevin Durant and T.J. … Phoenix was reportedly high on Durant’s list of preferred destinations when he requested a trade this past offseason, but there were rumors of low-ball offers from rival teams and Brooklyn was said to be disinterested in obliging his request.
Pacific Notes: KD, Klay, Brooks, Fox, Sabonis, AD
2023/03/pacific-notes-kd-klay-brooks-fox-sabonis-ad.htmlSuns forward Kevin Durant has been able to do more on-court work lately, Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium said on FanDuel TV's Run It Back show, adding that he believes there could be an update on the star's status later this week (Twitter video link). … According to Charania, the Suns are "hopeful" that Durant will return to action before the end of month, or possibly in early April, though he does say the team will be cautious.
Pacific Notes: Kings, Huerter, Kawhi, Powell, Durant
2023/03/pacific-notes-kings-huerter-kawhi-powell-durant.htmlSuns star Kevin Durant was able to get some shots up during Thursday's shootaround, writes Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic. … Kings shooting guard Kevin Huerter is questionable for Saturday's game in Washington, according to Jason Anderson of The Sacramento Bee.
Injury Notes: Nance, Mitchell, Kuzma, LeBron, Suns
2023/03/injury-notes-nance-mitchell-kuzma-lebron-suns.htmlSuns head coach Monty Williams called it a "good sign" that GM James Jones said Kevin Durant would probably be available now if the playoffs had begun.
Pacific Notes: James, Lakers, Clippers, Durant
2023/03/pacific-notes-james-lakers-clippers-durant.htmlIt's unknown whether Kevin Durant will be back in the regular season but if the postseason were already upon us, he'd be toughing it out, Suns GM James Jones told Duane Rankin of the Arizona Republic (Twitter link).
Suns’ Durant Sprains Ankle, Out At Least Three Weeks
2023/03/suns-fear-durant-has-grade-2-ankle-sprain-more-tests-to-come.html7:03am: After Suns star Kevin Durant suffered an ankle injury during pregame warmups on Wednesday and exited Footprint Center in a walking boot, there's concern within the organization that he'll be diagnosed with a Grade 2 sprain, according to Greg Moore of The Arizona Republic. … 6:26pm: Durant will have his sprained left ankle reassessed in three weeks, the team has announced (Twitter link).
Injury Notes: Durant, Doncic, Ingram, Fox, Morris
2023/03/injury-notes-durant-doncic-ingram-fox-morris.htmlKevin Durant missed what was supposed to be his first home game with the Suns after turning his left ankle during warmups Wednesday night, writes Brian Windhorst of ESPN. … Durant was taking part in an individual drill with coaches when he slipped on the floor as he started to shoot (video link from Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic).
Northwest Notes: Gordon, Cancar, Thunder, Towns
2023/03/northwest-notes-gordon-cancar-thunder-towns.htmlKevin Durant sees a bright future for his first NBA franchise, per Dana Scott of The Arizona Republic. … The Thunder will be the opponent tonight when Durant plays his first home game with the Suns.
Pacific Notes: Covington, Zubac, Westbrook, Durant, Curry
2023/03/pacific-notes-covington-zubac-westbrook-durant-curry.htmlThe Suns have a renewed spirit since Kevin Durant joined the lineup, Duane Rankin of the Arizona Republic writes. … The Suns are 3-0 with Durant in uniform and Phoenix once again has the look of a true contender.
Suns Notes: Durant, Irving, Booker, Roster Depth
2023/03/suns-notes-durant-irving-booker-roster-depth.htmlPlaying his first close game since joining the Suns, Kevin Durant provided a reminder of what a dangerous clutch-time scorer he can be, writes Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic. … Durant had 37 points in Sunday's win at Dallas and hit a tough jumper over Tim Hardaway Jr.
Pacific Notes: Durant Vs. Irving, Clippers, Huerter, Russell
2023/03/pacific-notes-durant-vs-irving-clippers-huerter-russell.htmlKevin Durant is downplaying Sunday's matchup against Kyrie Irving, calling it "just another game," writes Jamal Collier of ESPN. … They went through nearly four tumultuous seasons before both requesting trades last month, with Durant going to the Suns and Irving being sent to the Mavericks.
Suns Notes: Durant, KD Ripple Effect, Shamet
2023/03/suns-notes-durant-kd-ripple-effect-shamet.htmlSuns forward Kevin Durant said he felt "great" after debuting for his new team on Wednesday and will be good to go for Phoenix's game in Chicago on Friday, per Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic. … Following a lengthy layoff due to a knee injury, Durant will remain on a minutes limit for the foreseeable future, but he played 27 minutes in his first game as a Sun, which was more than he anticipated.
Pacific Notes: KD, Suns, D-Lo, Westbrook, Clippers
2023/03/pacific-notes-kd-suns-d-lo-westbrook-clippers.htmlSuperstar forward Kevin Durant had a successful debut with the Suns on Wednesday, writes Brian Windhorst of ESPN. … Everybody out there was trying to make me as comfortable as possible," Durant said.
And-Ones: Cheatham, Summer League, Udoka, Team USA
2023/03/and-ones-cheatham-summer-league-udoka-team-usa.htmlSuns forward Kevin Durant and Kings forward Harrison Barnes are among the former Olympic medalists who are part of USA Basketball's Board of Directors. … Tim Reynolds of The Associated Press explores what that role entails, noting that Durant has sought to have real input on the program, rather than just having an honorary seat at the table.
Kevin Durant On Track For Suns Debut On Wednesday
2023/02/kevin-durant-on-track-for-suns-debut-on-wednesday.htmlSuperstar forward Kevin Durant is expected to play his first game for the Suns on Wednesday in Charlotte against the Hornets, the team announced today (via Twitter). … The announcement had been anticipated, as a report last week indicated that Durant and the Suns were targeting March 1 for his return from a right MCL sprain that has sidelined him since January 8.
Suns Notes: Payne, Durant, Sarver, Wainright, Saric
2023/02/suns-notes-payne-durant-sarver-wainright-saric.htmlOf course, the return Phoenix is really waiting for is Kevin Durant's -- the star forward has been out since January 8 due to an MCL sprain, but is close to making his Suns debut, with a recent report suggesting that Wednesday is believed to be his target date. … "It’s hard to put to words," Booker said after going through a full practice with Durant on Thursday, per Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic.
Pacific Notes: Westbrook, Durant, Carmelo, Payton
2023/02/pacific-notes-westbrook-durant-carmelo-payton.htmlKevin Durant will likely play his first game with the Suns on March 1 at Charlotte, tweets Shams Charania of The Athletic. … There had been hope that Durant would be ready for Friday's home game against Oklahoma City or Sunday's nationally televised contest at Milwaukee, but sources tell Charania that next Wednesday is now the target date.
Suns Notes: Durant, Okogie, Craig, Ross, Sarver
2023/02/suns-notes-durant-okogie-craig-ross-sarver.htmlSuns forward Kevin Durant is nearing a return from his MCL sprain, but it may not happen on Friday in his new team's first game after the All-Star break, ESPN's Brian Windhorst said during a TV appearance (Twitter video link). … According to Windhorst, the tentative plan is to have Durant take part in a 5-on-5 contact workout on Thursday in Phoenix and to see how his knee reacts to that session.
Suns Owner Ishbia: Durant Trade Involved “No Risk”
2023/02/suns-owner-ishbia-durant-trade-involved-no-risk.htmlNew Suns majority owner Mat Ishbia believes the Kevin Durant blockbuster deal wasn't risky at all, he told Chris Mannis of Sports Illustrated. … The fact that Durant is in the first season of a four-year extension played into the decision to make the deal with the Nets.
Pacific Notes: Westbrook, Suns Rotation, Durant, Paul
2023/02/pacific-notes-westbrook-suns-rotation-durant-paul.htmlAlong with trading for Kevin Durant, they have also added T.J. … Durant is thrilled that he'll have Chris Paul feeding him the ball with the Suns, Sam Amick of The Athletic relays.
New York Notes: Randle, Brunson, Durant, Bridges, Claxton
2023/02/new-york-notes-randle-brunson-durant-bridges-claxton.htmlKevin Durant's emotional response when talking about his time with the Nets could benefit the franchise moving forward, suggests Mark W. … Sanchez notes that players frequently discuss their future at the All-Star Game, just as Durant and Kyrie Irving did before teaming up in Brooklyn.
Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving Defend Trade Requests
2023/02/kevin-durant-kyrie-irving-defend-trade-requests.htmlDuring their All-Star Weekend press conferences, Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving both responded to critics who say trade demands are bad for the NBA, writes Dave McMenamin of ESPN. … Durant and Irving were Nets teammates when February began, but the demands they issued a few days apart shook up the league in advance of the trade deadline.
Kevin Durant On Joining Suns, Time With Nets, Irving, More
2023/02/kevin-durant-on-joining-suns-time-with-nets-irving-more.htmlThe Suns held a press conference on Thursday (YouTube link via ESPN) introducing Kevin Durant, who was acquired last week from the Nets in a four-team blockbuster trade. … "I was upset that we couldn't finish (the season)," Durant said, per Nick Friedell of ESPN.
Suns Notes: Paul, Durant, Landale, Ross, Payne, Sarver
2023/02/suns-notes-paul-durant-landale-ross-payne-sarver.htmlIt appeared Chris Paul's championship window may have closed after the Suns' second-round loss in last year's playoffs, but it's wide open again after the team was able to land Kevin Durant at the trade deadline, writes Nick Friedell of ESPN. … The new version of the Suns hasn't been unveiled yet because Durant remains sidelined with an MCL sprain, but Phoenix now looms as potentially the most dangerous team in the West.
Pacific Notes: Lakers, S. Johnson, Booker, Suns, Warriors
2023/02/pacific-notes-lakers-s-johnson-booker-suns-warriors.htmlSuns star Devin Booker, who won a gold medal with Kevin Durant at the Tokyo Olympics, is thrilled to be teaming up with Durant in the NBA and proud of the fact that he has helped turn Phoenix into a desirable destination for stars, per Nick Friedell of ESPN.