The Phoenix Suns secured a 104-93 victory over the San Antonio Spurs on Tuesday night, improving their record to 12-8. However, the win was overshadowed by a concerning ankle injury sustained by star forward Kevin Durant.
Before his exit, Durant, who recently came from a calf injury, had been a strong presence on the court. He contributed 13 points on 5-of-8 shooting, including 2-of-2 from beyond the arc, alongside four rebounds and two assists in just 16 minutes of play.
Durant’s injury occurred late in the second quarter, with 4:30 remaining on the clock. After driving aggressively to the rim against three Spurs defenders, the former MVP rolled his ankle and collapsed to the floor in visible pain. Medical staff quickly assessed the situation. Durant was helped off the court before heading to the locker room.
Kevin Durant rolled his ankle on this play and has not returned to the game yet. Something to monitor. pic.twitter.com/SuqcXetevW
— Michael Fiddle (@FiddlesPicks) December 4, 2024
Despite hopes for his return, Durant remained in the locker room throughout the third quarter and did not rejoin the game. By halftime, the Suns confirmed that Durant would not return to the game. His absence left the Suns relying on Grayson Allen to step into the lineup after halftime. Despite the absence of their star player, the Suns managed to maintain their lead and secure the win.
Before his exit, Durant, who recently came from a calf injury, had been a strong presence on the court. He contributed 13 points on 5-of-8 shooting, including 2-of-2 from beyond the arc, alongside four rebounds and two assists in just 16 minutes of play.
Kevin Durant Gives His Flower To Devin Booker On His Career Achievement
After Kevin Durant exited Tuesday’s game against the San Antonio Spurs with an ankle injury, Devin Booker took charge for the Phoenix Suns. Booker opened the game by hitting his first field goal, which pushed him to 15,000 career points at just 28 years old. Following the Suns’ win, Durant showed his support for his teammate on social media.
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“15k at 28…my dog checkin boxes. Congrats @DevinBook, more on the way,” Durant wrote on X.
Booker ended the game with 29 points, nine rebounds, and five assists while playing for 39 minutes. The Suns will take on the New Orleans Pelicans on Thursday.
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