The Phoenix Suns have been on a winning streak, capturing their seventh straight victory after a thrilling 114-113 win over the Dallas Mavericks. Kevin Durant has been the driving force behind their 8-1 start. Nevertheless, as they prepare to host the Sacramento Kings on Sunday, the Suns face a setback.
Durant will remain out of action for at least two weeks due to a left calf strain sustained on Friday. The Suns announced the injury news on Saturday. ESPN’s Shams Charania confirmed that the team will re-evaluate him in two weeks.
“Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant—off to an MVP-caliber start to the NBA season—suffered a left calf strain on Friday night and will miss be re-evaluated in two weeks, sources tell ESPN. Durant has led Suns to a first-place start in the Western Conference at 8-1,” Charania reported.
For the Suns, this injury is a significant blow, especially with Durant’s exceptional performance so far. The 36-year-old star, who recently blasted Stephen A. Smith, has been averaging 27.6 points and 6.6 rebounds per game, playing a crucial role in all nine games of the season.
Chandler Parsons Praises Kevin Durant Highly
Former Rockets forward Chandler Parsons recently shared high praise for Kevin Durant, calling him the standout player on every team he’s been part of. During his appearance on Run It Back, Parsons expressed his admiration for Durant’s skill and consistency.
“Kevin Durant has been the best player on every team he’s been on,” Parsons said.
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Throughout his NBA journey, Durant has played alongside some of the league’s top stars, including Russell Westbrook, James Harden, Stephen Curry, Draymond Green, Kyrie Irving, and Devin Booker. Despite sharing the court with such high-profile talent, Parsons sees Durant as the key player.
