Kevin Durant on Suns debut: I feel like I fit in pretty well
Playing for the first time as a member of the Phoenix Suns on Wednesday night, Durant showed early signs of the potential for the devastating one-two punch he can form with Devin Booker in a 105-91 win to snap the Charlotte Hornets’ five-game win streak. Durant scored 23 points in just 27 minutes, his jumper looking rust-free after being out since Jan. 8 while recovering from a right MCL sprain he suffered when he was still with the Brooklyn Nets. “I feel like I fit in pretty well, everybody out there was trying to make me as comfortable as possible,” Durant said. “I just got to keep grinding, man, and this jersey on me will look normal as games go on.”
Source: Brian Windhorst @ ESPN
Source: Brian Windhorst @ ESPN
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Duane Rankin @DuaneRankin
From last night.
Talked Kevin Durant debut with Phoenix Suns on @NBATV with @MattWinerTV .
Thanks again for the opportunity. #Suns pic.twitter.com/BfGWRybui4 – 7:16 AM
From last night.
Talked Kevin Durant debut with Phoenix Suns on @NBATV with @MattWinerTV .
Thanks again for the opportunity. #Suns pic.twitter.com/BfGWRybui4 – 7:16 AM
Eurohoops @Eurohoopsnet
Kevin Durant scored 23 points in his first #NBA night as a Phoenix Suns
eurohoops.net/en/nba-news/14… – 4:40 AM
Kevin Durant scored 23 points in his first #NBA night as a Phoenix Suns
eurohoops.net/en/nba-news/14… – 4:40 AM
Kurt Helin @basketballtalk
PBT Podcast: Durant with Suns, Lillard with Blazers, song for Bulls nba.nbcsports.com/2023/03/02/pbt… – 1:53 AM
PBT Podcast: Durant with Suns, Lillard with Blazers, song for Bulls nba.nbcsports.com/2023/03/02/pbt… – 1:53 AM
Steve Bulpett @SteveBHoop
Kevin Durant walks to the visitors’ dressing room in Charlotte before his first game with the Suns.
That’s the same hallway where, 4 years and 14 days prior at the ASG, Kyrie Irving pitched him on the idea they’d leave the Celtics and Warriors to join the Nets. “Two max slots!” pic.twitter.com/Y1MNrNZSSV – 1:01 AM
Kevin Durant walks to the visitors’ dressing room in Charlotte before his first game with the Suns.
That’s the same hallway where, 4 years and 14 days prior at the ASG, Kyrie Irving pitched him on the idea they’d leave the Celtics and Warriors to join the Nets. “Two max slots!” pic.twitter.com/Y1MNrNZSSV – 1:01 AM
Duane Rankin @DuaneRankin
5 takeaways from Phoenix Suns win at Charlotte Hornets in Kevin Durant’s debut (w/videos) #Suns azcentral.com/story/sports/n… via @azcentral – 12:53 AM
5 takeaways from Phoenix Suns win at Charlotte Hornets in Kevin Durant’s debut (w/videos) #Suns azcentral.com/story/sports/n… via @azcentral – 12:53 AM
Vincent Goodwill @VinceGoodwill
Kevin Durant, after his debut in Phoenix, reflects on Brooklyn with “no regrets” to @YahooSports: “I looked up, like what am I gonna do? I don’t know who’s gonna be my teammates, so I was a little nervous with that happening.” sports.yahoo.com/kevin-durant-d… – 12:23 AM
Kevin Durant, after his debut in Phoenix, reflects on Brooklyn with “no regrets” to @YahooSports: “I looked up, like what am I gonna do? I don’t know who’s gonna be my teammates, so I was a little nervous with that happening.” sports.yahoo.com/kevin-durant-d… – 12:23 AM
NBA on ESPN @ESPNNBA
KD is ready for the rest of the season with his new team
pic.twitter.com/Cc5jq5SnJR – 11:51 PM
KD is ready for the rest of the season with his new team
pic.twitter.com/Cc5jq5SnJR – 11:51 PM
Gerald Bourguet @GeraldBourguet
We talked more about the additional rim protection Kevin Durant provides and what it does for the Suns’ defense during tonight’s @PHNX_Suns pod!
Full episode here: link.chtbl.com/PHNXSuns pic.twitter.com/8aL2tXCdw9 – 11:50 PM
We talked more about the additional rim protection Kevin Durant provides and what it does for the Suns’ defense during tonight’s @PHNX_Suns pod!
Full episode here: link.chtbl.com/PHNXSuns pic.twitter.com/8aL2tXCdw9 – 11:50 PM
CBS NBA @CBSSportsNBA
It’s early, but this Kevin Durant-led Suns team looks like it’s about to get late for others’ title hopes
By: @Bill Reiter
cbssports.com/nba/news/its-e… – 11:39 PM
It’s early, but this Kevin Durant-led Suns team looks like it’s about to get late for others’ title hopes
By: @Bill Reiter
cbssports.com/nba/news/its-e… – 11:39 PM
CBS NBA @CBSSportsNBA
Kevin Durant Suns debut: Former NBA MVP shows instant chemistry with Devin Booker in first start vs. Hornets
By: @therealmikekb
cbssports.com/nba/news/kevin… – 10:58 PM
Kevin Durant Suns debut: Former NBA MVP shows instant chemistry with Devin Booker in first start vs. Hornets
By: @therealmikekb
cbssports.com/nba/news/kevin… – 10:58 PM
Duane Rankin @DuaneRankin
“I’m going to have to digest it, go back and watch. It was fun. I’ll tell you that.”
Devin Booker on his overall assessment of #Suns win in Kevin Durant’s debut. pic.twitter.com/SN5drVl7Jp – 10:52 PM
“I’m going to have to digest it, go back and watch. It was fun. I’ll tell you that.”
Devin Booker on his overall assessment of #Suns win in Kevin Durant’s debut. pic.twitter.com/SN5drVl7Jp – 10:52 PM
Duane Rankin @DuaneRankin
“One of us is going to be on the court at all times.”
Devin Booker on seeing Kevin Durant with the 2nd unit. #Suns pic.twitter.com/MbqCwHiJT6 – 10:50 PM
“One of us is going to be on the court at all times.”
Devin Booker on seeing Kevin Durant with the 2nd unit. #Suns pic.twitter.com/MbqCwHiJT6 – 10:50 PM
Kellan Olson @KellanOlson
Even though this is only the beginning, it’s already clear how much more dangerous Kevin Durant makes the Suns.
On a handful of the new dimensions shown in tonight’s win: arizonasports.com/story/3514202/… – 10:50 PM
Even though this is only the beginning, it’s already clear how much more dangerous Kevin Durant makes the Suns.
On a handful of the new dimensions shown in tonight’s win: arizonasports.com/story/3514202/… – 10:50 PM
Kurt Helin @basketballtalk
Kevin Durant drops 23, looks like seamless fit in Suns debut nba.nbcsports.com/2023/03/01/kev… – 10:50 PM
Kevin Durant drops 23, looks like seamless fit in Suns debut nba.nbcsports.com/2023/03/01/kev… – 10:50 PM
Duane Rankin @DuaneRankin
“It was a good time. I enjoyed it.”
Devin Booker on playing with Kevin Durant for the first time in a #Suns game. pic.twitter.com/duCONI7LKv – 10:49 PM
“It was a good time. I enjoyed it.”
Devin Booker on playing with Kevin Durant for the first time in a #Suns game. pic.twitter.com/duCONI7LKv – 10:49 PM
Duane Rankin @DuaneRankin
“It was real fun. I’m not going to lie.”
Deandre Ayton on sharing the court with Kevin Durant in Durant’s #Suns debut.
“Just being competitive. That’s what really stands out.” pic.twitter.com/878Dw6boV8 – 10:47 PM
“It was real fun. I’m not going to lie.”
Deandre Ayton on sharing the court with Kevin Durant in Durant’s #Suns debut.
“Just being competitive. That’s what really stands out.” pic.twitter.com/878Dw6boV8 – 10:47 PM
Duane Rankin @DuaneRankin
“I didn’t think I’d play that much to be honest.” Kevin Durant as he played 26 minutes and 50 seconds in his #Suns debut. pic.twitter.com/vsx4Mf0kzH – 10:44 PM
“I didn’t think I’d play that much to be honest.” Kevin Durant as he played 26 minutes and 50 seconds in his #Suns debut. pic.twitter.com/vsx4Mf0kzH – 10:44 PM
Duane Rankin @DuaneRankin
“After my 2nd shot.”
Kevin Durant on when he felt comfortable in #Suns debut.
“I think I shot that just to shoot it. I haven’t shot it in a while. After I shot it, I could’ve took another dribble and used a little bit more power. After that, I got a layup. Book hit me for a 3.” pic.twitter.com/MjdLMJSrNv – 10:43 PM
“After my 2nd shot.”
Kevin Durant on when he felt comfortable in #Suns debut.
“I think I shot that just to shoot it. I haven’t shot it in a while. After I shot it, I could’ve took another dribble and used a little bit more power. After that, I got a layup. Book hit me for a 3.” pic.twitter.com/MjdLMJSrNv – 10:43 PM
Duane Rankin @DuaneRankin
“It was solid. I felt like I should have made 4 more shots.”
Kevin Durant on his #Suns debut as he scored 23 on 10-of-15 shooting (2-of-4 from 3). pic.twitter.com/uQBJytbppw – 10:38 PM
“It was solid. I felt like I should have made 4 more shots.”
Kevin Durant on his #Suns debut as he scored 23 on 10-of-15 shooting (2-of-4 from 3). pic.twitter.com/uQBJytbppw – 10:38 PM
Duane Rankin @DuaneRankin
“The more we live in who we are and live up to the character of our team, it allows for people you’re integrating to fit in and see where they can be effective so they can be themselves.”
Monty Williams on Devin Booker and Deandre Ayton being aggressive with Kevin Durant. #Suns pic.twitter.com/6MpkUqfg6i – 10:34 PM
“The more we live in who we are and live up to the character of our team, it allows for people you’re integrating to fit in and see where they can be effective so they can be themselves.”
Monty Williams on Devin Booker and Deandre Ayton being aggressive with Kevin Durant. #Suns pic.twitter.com/6MpkUqfg6i – 10:34 PM
Duane Rankin @DuaneRankin
“I told him’ I’m not looking for you to lead. We just want you to be yourself and hoop.'”
Monty Williams on Kevin Durant being a leader as he also addressed putting him back in with under 3 minutes left and #Suns up 15.
“In those environments, it’ll be Chris, Book and Kevin.” pic.twitter.com/KErPM3flzO – 10:28 PM
“I told him’ I’m not looking for you to lead. We just want you to be yourself and hoop.'”
Monty Williams on Kevin Durant being a leader as he also addressed putting him back in with under 3 minutes left and #Suns up 15.
“In those environments, it’ll be Chris, Book and Kevin.” pic.twitter.com/KErPM3flzO – 10:28 PM
Duane Rankin @DuaneRankin
“It’s pretty cool to be able to give a guy the ball and he can get to his spot and get a really good shot.”
Monty Williams on Kevin Durant, who scored 23 points in his #Suns debut. pic.twitter.com/sEWFG7oF1g – 10:16 PM
“It’s pretty cool to be able to give a guy the ball and he can get to his spot and get a really good shot.”
Monty Williams on Kevin Durant, who scored 23 points in his #Suns debut. pic.twitter.com/sEWFG7oF1g – 10:16 PM
Kellan Olson @KellanOlson
The Suns were +12 in the 12:15 of game time Devin Booker spent on the bench while Kevin Durant was in.
Durant shot 7-of-9 for 16 points. – 9:58 PM
The Suns were +12 in the 12:15 of game time Devin Booker spent on the bench while Kevin Durant was in.
Durant shot 7-of-9 for 16 points. – 9:58 PM
Duane Rankin @DuaneRankin
Phoenix Suns top Charlotte Hornets in Kevin Durant’s debut (w/video) #Suns azcentral.com/story/sports/n… via @azcentral – 9:37 PM
Phoenix Suns top Charlotte Hornets in Kevin Durant’s debut (w/video) #Suns azcentral.com/story/sports/n… via @azcentral – 9:37 PM
Duane Rankin @DuaneRankin
Kevin Durant will be on minute restriction for the next week or so, Monty Williams said.
When asked if he’ll play the rest of the road trip, Williams said “we’ll see” as he talked about how Durant’s body will respond to tonight’s game.
#Suns at #Bulls Friday, at #Mavs Sunday. – 9:33 PM
Kevin Durant will be on minute restriction for the next week or so, Monty Williams said.
When asked if he’ll play the rest of the road trip, Williams said “we’ll see” as he talked about how Durant’s body will respond to tonight’s game.
#Suns at #Bulls Friday, at #Mavs Sunday. – 9:33 PM
Alex Kennedy @AlexKennedyNBA
In the Phoenix Suns’ 105-91 win over the Charlotte Hornets, Kevin Durant finished with 23 points, 6 rebounds, 2 assists and 2 blocks, while shooting 10-of-15 from the field (including 2-of-4 from three-point range): basketballnews.com/stories/kevin-… – 9:31 PM
In the Phoenix Suns’ 105-91 win over the Charlotte Hornets, Kevin Durant finished with 23 points, 6 rebounds, 2 assists and 2 blocks, while shooting 10-of-15 from the field (including 2-of-4 from three-point range): basketballnews.com/stories/kevin-… – 9:31 PM
Gerald Bourguet @GeraldBourguet
Let’s talk about Kevin Durant’s Suns debut! We’re going live on @PHNX_Suns now, come hang out:
youtube.com/live/sXEb4fUf8… pic.twitter.com/xsvzU0tCzX – 9:30 PM
Let’s talk about Kevin Durant’s Suns debut! We’re going live on @PHNX_Suns now, come hang out:
youtube.com/live/sXEb4fUf8… pic.twitter.com/xsvzU0tCzX – 9:30 PM
The Vertical @YahooSportsNBA
Durant-Booker is a top __ duo in the NBA. pic.twitter.com/1pwDkj9M3l – 9:29 PM
Durant-Booker is a top __ duo in the NBA. pic.twitter.com/1pwDkj9M3l – 9:29 PM
Dave Early @DavidEarly
Dennis Smith Jr. Actually has the 6th best Defensive estimated +- on DunksandThrees. Here a block on Kevin Durant 🤣
pic.twitter.com/7TNML8iMSs – 9:28 PM
Dennis Smith Jr. Actually has the 6th best Defensive estimated +- on DunksandThrees. Here a block on Kevin Durant 🤣
pic.twitter.com/7TNML8iMSs – 9:28 PM
Gerald Bourguet @GeraldBourguet
Devin Booker, Kevin Durant and Deandre Ayton really combined for 76 points on 63% shooting. I know it was only the Hornets, but that’s a pretty damn good start – 9:27 PM
Devin Booker, Kevin Durant and Deandre Ayton really combined for 76 points on 63% shooting. I know it was only the Hornets, but that’s a pretty damn good start – 9:27 PM
Kellan Olson @KellanOlson
Pretty good embodiment of how much pressure Kevin Durant takes off his teammates when Devin Booker had 37-6-7 tonight and it will hardly be talked about. – 9:25 PM
Pretty good embodiment of how much pressure Kevin Durant takes off his teammates when Devin Booker had 37-6-7 tonight and it will hardly be talked about. – 9:25 PM
StatMuse @statmuse
Suns tonight:
— KD and Book 60 points
— CP3 11 assists
— Deandre Ayton 15/15 double-double
— Held the Hornets to under 100 points
Scary in Phoenix. pic.twitter.com/LlVGy4IdsZ – 9:21 PM
Suns tonight:
— KD and Book 60 points
— CP3 11 assists
— Deandre Ayton 15/15 double-double
— Held the Hornets to under 100 points
Scary in Phoenix. pic.twitter.com/LlVGy4IdsZ – 9:21 PM
StatMuse @statmuse
Suns tonight:
— KD and Book 60 points
— CP3 11 assists
— Deandre Ayton 15/15 doubl-double
— Held the Hornets to under 100 points
Scary in Phoenix. pic.twitter.com/R4jiM8sPSN – 9:19 PM
Suns tonight:
— KD and Book 60 points
— CP3 11 assists
— Deandre Ayton 15/15 doubl-double
— Held the Hornets to under 100 points
Scary in Phoenix. pic.twitter.com/R4jiM8sPSN – 9:19 PM
Duane Rankin @DuaneRankin
Kevin Durant and Devin Booker hug as #Suns top Hornets in Durant’s debut. pic.twitter.com/95c2wiD28L – 9:19 PM
Kevin Durant and Devin Booker hug as #Suns top Hornets in Durant’s debut. pic.twitter.com/95c2wiD28L – 9:19 PM
Gerald Bourguet @GeraldBourguet
Final: PHX 105, CHA 91
Booker: 37-7-6, 15-26 FG
Durant: 23 Pts, 6 Reb, 2 Blk, 10-15 FG
Ayton: 16-16-4, 7-10 FG
Oubre: 26-9-6, 9-24 FG
Fun stat: The Phoenix Suns have never lost with Kevin Durant – 9:17 PM
Final: PHX 105, CHA 91
Booker: 37-7-6, 15-26 FG
Durant: 23 Pts, 6 Reb, 2 Blk, 10-15 FG
Ayton: 16-16-4, 7-10 FG
Oubre: 26-9-6, 9-24 FG
Fun stat: The Phoenix Suns have never lost with Kevin Durant – 9:17 PM
StatMuse @statmuse
KD in his Suns debut:
23 PTS
6 REB
10-15 FG
In just 26 minutes. pic.twitter.com/TkttagC2DH – 9:17 PM
KD in his Suns debut:
23 PTS
6 REB
10-15 FG
In just 26 minutes. pic.twitter.com/TkttagC2DH – 9:17 PM
Christos Tsaltas @Tsaltas46
Kevin Durant in his debut as a Phoenix Suns player:
23 points
10-15 FG
2-4 3P
1-1 FT
6 rebounds
2 assists
2 blocks
2 turnovers
+13
26 minutes
The reaper is back. #WeAreTheValley pic.twitter.com/k7qi8JQ7N9 – 9:17 PM
Kevin Durant in his debut as a Phoenix Suns player:
23 points
10-15 FG
2-4 3P
1-1 FT
6 rebounds
2 assists
2 blocks
2 turnovers
+13
26 minutes
The reaper is back. #WeAreTheValley pic.twitter.com/k7qi8JQ7N9 – 9:17 PM
Duane Rankin @DuaneRankin
Kevin Durant checks back in with #Suns up 15 with 2:37 left in the game. – 9:10 PM
Kevin Durant checks back in with #Suns up 15 with 2:37 left in the game. – 9:10 PM
Barbara Barker @meanbarb
KD not looking too rusty. 23 points, five rebounds, 10-for-14 in first game as a Sun. – 9:07 PM
KD not looking too rusty. 23 points, five rebounds, 10-for-14 in first game as a Sun. – 9:07 PM
StatMuse @statmuse
Kevin Durant Suns debut:
23 PTS
5 REB
10-14 FG
Top 10 in PPG this season. pic.twitter.com/umnPj5nIDT – 9:06 PM
Kevin Durant Suns debut:
23 PTS
5 REB
10-14 FG
Top 10 in PPG this season. pic.twitter.com/umnPj5nIDT – 9:06 PM
Gerald Bourguet @GeraldBourguet
Devin Booker, Kevin Durant and Deandre Ayton: 70 points, 31-48 FG
Rest of Suns: 27 points, 10-36 FG – 9:05 PM
Devin Booker, Kevin Durant and Deandre Ayton: 70 points, 31-48 FG
Rest of Suns: 27 points, 10-36 FG – 9:05 PM
Bill Reiter @sportsreiter
The obvious here, but the obvious doesn’t always come to play with super teams: Kevin Durant looks real sharp in limited minutes, and Phoenix is going to be a beast of a team – 9:04 PM
The obvious here, but the obvious doesn’t always come to play with super teams: Kevin Durant looks real sharp in limited minutes, and Phoenix is going to be a beast of a team – 9:04 PM
Gerald Bourguet @GeraldBourguet
Kevin Durant checks out at 26 minutes with 6:38 to go. Curious to see if the Suns bring him back or if he’s done since he’s on that minutes restriction – 9:00 PM
Kevin Durant checks out at 26 minutes with 6:38 to go. Curious to see if the Suns bring him back or if he’s done since he’s on that minutes restriction – 9:00 PM
Dan Favale @danfavale
kd’s shot chart in his first game with the suns pic.twitter.com/DcdaZCWIo0 – 9:00 PM
kd’s shot chart in his first game with the suns pic.twitter.com/DcdaZCWIo0 – 9:00 PM
Kellan Olson @KellanOlson
Kevin Durant exits with 23 points in 23 minutes on 10-of-14 shooting.
Might be it for him with the minutes restriction.
Pretty good debut! – 9:00 PM
Kevin Durant exits with 23 points in 23 minutes on 10-of-14 shooting.
Might be it for him with the minutes restriction.
Pretty good debut! – 9:00 PM
Duane Rankin @DuaneRankin
Durant needs 4 more points to pass Oscar Robertson for 13th on #NBA all-time scoring list.
Has 23 on 10-of-14 shooting in 24 minutes. #Suns – 8:59 PM
Durant needs 4 more points to pass Oscar Robertson for 13th on #NBA all-time scoring list.
Has 23 on 10-of-14 shooting in 24 minutes. #Suns – 8:59 PM
John Schuhmann @johnschuhmann
Eric Collins on the Suns lineup at the start of the 4th quarter: “Really the *only* option, scoring-wise is Durant.”
Hornets lineup at the time: Dennis Smith, Bryce McGowens, Kelly Oubre, Kai Jones & Nick Richards.
I love Eric Collins, but that made me laugh. – 8:56 PM
Eric Collins on the Suns lineup at the start of the 4th quarter: “Really the *only* option, scoring-wise is Durant.”
Hornets lineup at the time: Dennis Smith, Bryce McGowens, Kelly Oubre, Kai Jones & Nick Richards.
I love Eric Collins, but that made me laugh. – 8:56 PM
Duane Rankin @DuaneRankin
Based on the minute pattern, Durant got about two, maybe 3 more minutes. #Suns – 8:55 PM
Based on the minute pattern, Durant got about two, maybe 3 more minutes. #Suns – 8:55 PM
CBS NBA @CBSSportsNBA
WATCH: Kevin Durant announces Suns arrival with masterful two-way sequence
cbssports.com/nba/news/watch… – 8:50 PM
WATCH: Kevin Durant announces Suns arrival with masterful two-way sequence
cbssports.com/nba/news/watch… – 8:50 PM
Duane Rankin @DuaneRankin
Durant on floor with Payne, Landale, Wainright and Okogie.
Thoughts? #Suns – 8:50 PM
Durant on floor with Payne, Landale, Wainright and Okogie.
Thoughts? #Suns – 8:50 PM
Kellan Olson @KellanOlson
Hornets hanging around and are within six points through 3 quarters. They won 5 straight coming into tonight.
Tricky time with the minutes restriction since KD came back in at the start of the second quarter. – 8:46 PM
Hornets hanging around and are within six points through 3 quarters. They won 5 straight coming into tonight.
Tricky time with the minutes restriction since KD came back in at the start of the second quarter. – 8:46 PM
Gerald Bourguet @GeraldBourguet
End of 3Q: PHX 79, CHA 73
Booker: 29-7-6, 12-21 FG
Ayton: 14 Pts, 11 Reb, 7-10 FG
Durant: 14 Pts, 2 Blk, 6-9 FG
Rozier: 18-6-4, 6-14 FG
Looked like Damion Lee took a shot to the face on that second-to-last play – 8:45 PM
End of 3Q: PHX 79, CHA 73
Booker: 29-7-6, 12-21 FG
Ayton: 14 Pts, 11 Reb, 7-10 FG
Durant: 14 Pts, 2 Blk, 6-9 FG
Rozier: 18-6-4, 6-14 FG
Looked like Damion Lee took a shot to the face on that second-to-last play – 8:45 PM
Barbara Barker @meanbarb
Meanwhile Kevin Durant has 14 points in his first 19 minutes as a Sun. – 8:40 PM
Meanwhile Kevin Durant has 14 points in his first 19 minutes as a Sun. – 8:40 PM
Vincent Goodwill @VinceGoodwill
Devin Booker is gonna get easier coverage across the board because of KD…and he’ll still make ridiculously tough shots – 8:37 PM
Devin Booker is gonna get easier coverage across the board because of KD…and he’ll still make ridiculously tough shots – 8:37 PM
Duane Rankin @DuaneRankin
Want to know what Kevin Durant did before his first game with the Phoenix #Suns?
How about when he made his first basket?
1st block? 1st 3? 1st middie? 1st hi-five?
13-time All-Star makes Suns debut Wednesday night at Charlotte Hornets azcentral.com/story/sports/n… via @azcentral – 8:36 PM
Want to know what Kevin Durant did before his first game with the Phoenix #Suns?
How about when he made his first basket?
1st block? 1st 3? 1st middie? 1st hi-five?
13-time All-Star makes Suns debut Wednesday night at Charlotte Hornets azcentral.com/story/sports/n… via @azcentral – 8:36 PM
Sam Quinn @SamQuinnCBS
I’ve been out most of the day and probably won’t get to watch much basketball tonight. How has Durant looked thus far? – 8:24 PM
I’ve been out most of the day and probably won’t get to watch much basketball tonight. How has Durant looked thus far? – 8:24 PM
Kellan Olson @KellanOlson
I liked Durant forcing that to Ayton after the pindown. Wanted to let him know he will get the ball off those. – 8:23 PM
I liked Durant forcing that to Ayton after the pindown. Wanted to let him know he will get the ball off those. – 8:23 PM
Evan Sidery @esidery
Suns shooting efficiency in the first half with Kevin Durant now added in:
– 71.4% at rim (10/14)
– 50% mid-range (11/22)
– 45.5% on threes (5/11)
Good luck stopping this offense. pic.twitter.com/jvx21xK7pc – 8:13 PM
Suns shooting efficiency in the first half with Kevin Durant now added in:
– 71.4% at rim (10/14)
– 50% mid-range (11/22)
– 45.5% on threes (5/11)
Good luck stopping this offense. pic.twitter.com/jvx21xK7pc – 8:13 PM
The Vertical @YahooSportsNBA
Kevin Durant’s first half with the Suns
— 12 PTS
— 5-8 FG
— 2-3 3PT
— 3 REB
— 2 BLK pic.twitter.com/8OTZ52uo1e – 8:13 PM
Kevin Durant’s first half with the Suns
— 12 PTS
— 5-8 FG
— 2-3 3PT
— 3 REB
— 2 BLK pic.twitter.com/8OTZ52uo1e – 8:13 PM
Duane Rankin @DuaneRankin
#Suns 57 #Hornets 41 H.
Kevin Durant 1st first half with Phoenix: 12 points on 5-of-8 FGs (2-of-3 on 3s) 3 rebounds, 2 blocks, 1 assist in 13 minutes.
PHX: Devin Booker 12 points, 7 assists.
Deandre Ayton 12 points, 8 boards.
CHA: Terry Rozier 13.
Kelly Oubre Jr. 4 on 1-of-11. – 8:12 PM
#Suns 57 #Hornets 41 H.
Kevin Durant 1st first half with Phoenix: 12 points on 5-of-8 FGs (2-of-3 on 3s) 3 rebounds, 2 blocks, 1 assist in 13 minutes.
PHX: Devin Booker 12 points, 7 assists.
Deandre Ayton 12 points, 8 boards.
CHA: Terry Rozier 13.
Kelly Oubre Jr. 4 on 1-of-11. – 8:12 PM
Christos Tsaltas @Tsaltas46
Kevin Durant in his 1st half as a Phoenix Suns player.
12 points
3 rebounds
1 assist
2 blocks
5-8 FG
+15
#WeAreTheValley – 8:05 PM
Kevin Durant in his 1st half as a Phoenix Suns player.
12 points
3 rebounds
1 assist
2 blocks
5-8 FG
+15
#WeAreTheValley – 8:05 PM
Sirius XM NBA @SiriusXMNBA
“[He can] concentrate on his basketball and his career and not deal with the drama”
Michael Wilbon thinks KD needed this fresh start in Phoenix #WeAreTheValley
@Termineradio | @Eddie Johnson | @Phoenix Suns | @RealMikeWilbon pic.twitter.com/2oOpxskb5z – 8:04 PM
“[He can] concentrate on his basketball and his career and not deal with the drama”
Michael Wilbon thinks KD needed this fresh start in Phoenix #WeAreTheValley
@Termineradio | @Eddie Johnson | @Phoenix Suns | @RealMikeWilbon pic.twitter.com/2oOpxskb5z – 8:04 PM
Gerald Bourguet @GeraldBourguet
Nothing groundbreaking, but general first half impressions:
-KD obviously looked good
-The secondary rim protection is real
-Suns can be more aggressive on defense with Durant out there
-Staggering should be fun
-Dude makes life easier for everyone – 8:04 PM
Nothing groundbreaking, but general first half impressions:
-KD obviously looked good
-The secondary rim protection is real
-Suns can be more aggressive on defense with Durant out there
-Staggering should be fun
-Dude makes life easier for everyone – 8:04 PM
Christos Tsaltas @Tsaltas46
Kevin Durant is his 1st half as a Phoenix Suns player.
12 points
3 rebounds
1 assist
2 blocks
5-8 FG
+15
#WeAreTheValley – 8:04 PM
Kevin Durant is his 1st half as a Phoenix Suns player.
12 points
3 rebounds
1 assist
2 blocks
5-8 FG
+15
#WeAreTheValley – 8:04 PM
Gerald Bourguet @GeraldBourguet
Halftime: PHX 57, CHA 41
Durant: 12 Pts, 2 Blk, 5-8 FG
Booker: 12-7-4, 6-11 FG
Ayton: 12 Pts, 8 Reb, 6-8 FG
Rozier: 13 Pts, 4-9 FG – 8:02 PM
Halftime: PHX 57, CHA 41
Durant: 12 Pts, 2 Blk, 5-8 FG
Booker: 12-7-4, 6-11 FG
Ayton: 12 Pts, 8 Reb, 6-8 FG
Rozier: 13 Pts, 4-9 FG – 8:02 PM
Michael Lee @MrMichaelLee
Watching KD warm up in the tunnel in Charlotte before his debut with the Suns, I was reminded that that’s the same arena where Kyrie was caught before the 2019 All-Star Game telling KD that Brooklyn had “two max slots” in free agency that summer. KD went out & won MVP that night. – 7:55 PM
Watching KD warm up in the tunnel in Charlotte before his debut with the Suns, I was reminded that that’s the same arena where Kyrie was caught before the 2019 All-Star Game telling KD that Brooklyn had “two max slots” in free agency that summer. KD went out & won MVP that night. – 7:55 PM
J. Kyle Mann @jkylemann
call me old fashioned but if im on defense in transition im in favor of knowing where kevin durant is – 7:55 PM
call me old fashioned but if im on defense in transition im in favor of knowing where kevin durant is – 7:55 PM
Gerald Bourguet @GeraldBourguet
KD checks out again at the 5:07 mark of the 2Q.
In his first 13 minutes: 12 points, 3 rebounds, 2 blocks, 5-8 FG, 2-3 3P – 7:52 PM
KD checks out again at the 5:07 mark of the 2Q.
In his first 13 minutes: 12 points, 3 rebounds, 2 blocks, 5-8 FG, 2-3 3P – 7:52 PM
Tom Haberstroh @tomhaberstroh
I can report: KD still v good at basketball pic.twitter.com/9T4L1ZlZnF – 7:51 PM
I can report: KD still v good at basketball pic.twitter.com/9T4L1ZlZnF – 7:51 PM
Gerald Bourguet @GeraldBourguet
Being able to stagger Kevin Durant with bench-heavy lineups is gonna be so huge. Could provide some extra rest time and less pressure on CP3 too, depending on how Monty goes about it – 7:50 PM
Being able to stagger Kevin Durant with bench-heavy lineups is gonna be so huge. Could provide some extra rest time and less pressure on CP3 too, depending on how Monty goes about it – 7:50 PM
Gerald Bourguet @GeraldBourguet
That little show by Kevin Durant directly led to a shot clock violation. That 7-foot-5 wingspan is no joke! – 7:44 PM
That little show by Kevin Durant directly led to a shot clock violation. That 7-foot-5 wingspan is no joke! – 7:44 PM
Cody Taylor @CodyTaylorNBA
Not that it was ever in doubt, but Kevin Durant is still pretty good at the basketballs. – 7:44 PM
Not that it was ever in doubt, but Kevin Durant is still pretty good at the basketballs. – 7:44 PM
Kellan Olson @KellanOlson
The way KD blew up that possession by slightly helping off was crazy. – 7:43 PM
The way KD blew up that possession by slightly helping off was crazy. – 7:43 PM
Duane Rankin @DuaneRankin
Durant 3. #Suns up 30-22.
11:38 (in second quarter) first rebound
11:29 first turnover. – 7:38 PM
Durant 3. #Suns up 30-22.
11:38 (in second quarter) first rebound
11:29 first turnover. – 7:38 PM
Gerald Bourguet @GeraldBourguet
End of 1Q: PHX 27, CHA 22
Booker: 8-5-4, 4-7 FG
Durant: 5 Pts, 2 Blk, 2-4 FG
Ayton: 4 Pts, 3 Reb, 2-3 FG
Rozier: 9 Pts, 3-7 FG – 7:36 PM
End of 1Q: PHX 27, CHA 22
Booker: 8-5-4, 4-7 FG
Durant: 5 Pts, 2 Blk, 2-4 FG
Ayton: 4 Pts, 3 Reb, 2-3 FG
Rozier: 9 Pts, 3-7 FG – 7:36 PM
Christos Tsaltas @Tsaltas46
Kevin Durant’s presence helped Devin Booker to impact on the game even more. He counts 8 points, 4 rebounds, 5 assists in the 1st quarter. Definitely the impact the Suns want. #WeAreTheValley – 7:32 PM
Kevin Durant’s presence helped Devin Booker to impact on the game even more. He counts 8 points, 4 rebounds, 5 assists in the 1st quarter. Definitely the impact the Suns want. #WeAreTheValley – 7:32 PM
NBA Kicks @NBAKicks
Kevin Durant’s Nike KD 15 for his @Phoenix Suns debut! #NBAKicks pic.twitter.com/9iS9Nq7gUB – 7:31 PM
Kevin Durant’s Nike KD 15 for his @Phoenix Suns debut! #NBAKicks pic.twitter.com/9iS9Nq7gUB – 7:31 PM
Vincent Goodwill @VinceGoodwill
A fan carrying a jersey of every team Kevin Durant played in on her arms (Texas/OKC/Brooklyn/Golden State), sitting 5 rows off the floor, waving for his attention.
He looks up and smiles at her. – 7:26 PM
A fan carrying a jersey of every team Kevin Durant played in on her arms (Texas/OKC/Brooklyn/Golden State), sitting 5 rows off the floor, waving for his attention.
He looks up and smiles at her. – 7:26 PM
Duane Rankin @DuaneRankin
Craig first off bench for Durant.
Damion Lee set to check in. #Suns – 7:23 PM
Craig first off bench for Durant.
Damion Lee set to check in. #Suns – 7:23 PM
Vincent Goodwill @VinceGoodwill
Durant is really active defensively, too. Taking on switches and defending bigs early. Leaves after a 6-minute stint – 7:22 PM
Durant is really active defensively, too. Taking on switches and defending bigs early. Leaves after a 6-minute stint – 7:22 PM
Gerald Bourguet @GeraldBourguet
Kevin Durant takes his first breather of the night at the 6:15 mark of the 1Q – 7:22 PM
Kevin Durant takes his first breather of the night at the 6:15 mark of the 1Q – 7:22 PM
Duane Rankin @DuaneRankin
6:15 Durant out. On minute restriction. Based off that, it looks like 5-to-6 minutes stretches.
So 20 to25 minute restriction? #Suns up 13-12. – 7:22 PM
6:15 Durant out. On minute restriction. Based off that, it looks like 5-to-6 minutes stretches.
So 20 to25 minute restriction? #Suns up 13-12. – 7:22 PM
CBS NBA @CBSSportsNBA
Kevin Durant debut: Live score, updates as former NBA MVP makes first start for Phoenix Suns
cbssports.com/nba/news/kevin… – 7:16 PM
Kevin Durant debut: Live score, updates as former NBA MVP makes first start for Phoenix Suns
cbssports.com/nba/news/kevin… – 7:16 PM
Duane Rankin @DuaneRankin
Durant 1st 3. #Suns up 9-0.
Timeout Hornets with 8:08 left in 1st quarter – 7:16 PM
Durant 1st 3. #Suns up 9-0.
Timeout Hornets with 8:08 left in 1st quarter – 7:16 PM
Vincent Goodwill @VinceGoodwill
Kevin Durant, 2-3 shooting including a transition triple. And a blocked shot. Looks healthy from here – 7:16 PM
Kevin Durant, 2-3 shooting including a transition triple. And a blocked shot. Looks healthy from here – 7:16 PM
Kellan Olson @KellanOlson
Woo that sequence.
Kevin Durant switches onto Mark Williams (the Hornets’ center) and blocks a shot at the rim.
He then hits a 3 in transition. – 7:15 PM
Woo that sequence.
Kevin Durant switches onto Mark Williams (the Hornets’ center) and blocks a shot at the rim.
He then hits a 3 in transition. – 7:15 PM
Duane Rankin @DuaneRankin
Kevin Durant moments before first tip off with #Suns pic.twitter.com/Ht9du3i3EG – 7:15 PM
Kevin Durant moments before first tip off with #Suns pic.twitter.com/Ht9du3i3EG – 7:15 PM
Christos Tsaltas @Tsaltas46
The Kevin Durant era has begun. His first bucket as a Sun. #WeAreTheValley
pic.twitter.com/JMny5icyHw – 7:14 PM
The Kevin Durant era has begun. His first bucket as a Sun. #WeAreTheValley
pic.twitter.com/JMny5icyHw – 7:14 PM
Kellan Olson @KellanOlson
Kevin Durant scores his first two points for the Suns on a lefty layup in semi-transition. – 7:13 PM
Kevin Durant scores his first two points for the Suns on a lefty layup in semi-transition. – 7:13 PM
Rod Boone @rodboone
Kevin Durant surrounded by cameras everywhere. Even on the court. pic.twitter.com/2CfuU4f4LL – 7:11 PM
Kevin Durant surrounded by cameras everywhere. Even on the court. pic.twitter.com/2CfuU4f4LL – 7:11 PM
Duane Rankin @DuaneRankin
Kevin Durant being introduced in starting lineup for first time as a member of the Phoenix #Suns pic.twitter.com/oA7dkCpfZF – 7:11 PM
Kevin Durant being introduced in starting lineup for first time as a member of the Phoenix #Suns pic.twitter.com/oA7dkCpfZF – 7:11 PM
Duane Rankin @DuaneRankin
Kevin Durant layup line before first game with Phoenix #Suns. pic.twitter.com/MGnyK78CGL – 7:00 PM
Kevin Durant layup line before first game with Phoenix #Suns. pic.twitter.com/MGnyK78CGL – 7:00 PM
Duane Rankin @DuaneRankin
.@suns_tutu_fan in the building for Kevin Durant #Suns debut. pic.twitter.com/f2GSjvrask – 6:59 PM
.@suns_tutu_fan in the building for Kevin Durant #Suns debut. pic.twitter.com/f2GSjvrask – 6:59 PM
Duane Rankin @DuaneRankin
“The rest of you guys don’t follow us like that. Shame on y’all.”
Monty Williams joked as he noticed the extra media coverage for tonight’s game with Kevin Durant making his #Suns debut. pic.twitter.com/aW8mlK56EX – 6:56 PM
“The rest of you guys don’t follow us like that. Shame on y’all.”
Monty Williams joked as he noticed the extra media coverage for tonight’s game with Kevin Durant making his #Suns debut. pic.twitter.com/aW8mlK56EX – 6:56 PM
Duane Rankin @DuaneRankin
Kevin Durant era in Phoenix is about to begin. #Suns pic.twitter.com/IdebqXX9pA – 6:52 PM
Kevin Durant era in Phoenix is about to begin. #Suns pic.twitter.com/IdebqXX9pA – 6:52 PM
Duane Rankin @DuaneRankin
“Can’t say I’m not excited, but like I’ve said, the schedule doesn’t allow you to dwell on that stuff.”
Monty Williams on sering Kevin Durant in his debut. #Suns pic.twitter.com/rqV7iVDCXG – 6:43 PM
“Can’t say I’m not excited, but like I’ve said, the schedule doesn’t allow you to dwell on that stuff.”
Monty Williams on sering Kevin Durant in his debut. #Suns pic.twitter.com/rqV7iVDCXG – 6:43 PM
Rob Perez @WorldWideWob
Load Mismanagement w/@jphanned is LIVE @Underdog__NBA
– 9 game slate
– Previewing KD’s Suns debut
– Bucks win streak to 16?
– Knicks/Nets
– Grizzlies vs. Houston teenagers
– Breaking lineup news from across league
NBA’s Closing Bell, now through tip!
📺 https://t.co/fGTKNIlhSK pic.twitter.com/adVqYD2zIx – 6:33 PM
Load Mismanagement w/@jphanned is LIVE @Underdog__NBA
– 9 game slate
– Previewing KD’s Suns debut
– Bucks win streak to 16?
– Knicks/Nets
– Grizzlies vs. Houston teenagers
– Breaking lineup news from across league
NBA’s Closing Bell, now through tip!
📺 https://t.co/fGTKNIlhSK pic.twitter.com/adVqYD2zIx – 6:33 PM
David Hardisty @clutchfans
KPJ is back tonight after a 20-game absence.
We’re live talking #Rockets on @RocketsWatch before the Kevin Durant Suns debut kicks off at 6:00pm CT. playback.tv/RocketsWatch – 6:33 PM
KPJ is back tonight after a 20-game absence.
We’re live talking #Rockets on @RocketsWatch before the Kevin Durant Suns debut kicks off at 6:00pm CT. playback.tv/RocketsWatch – 6:33 PM
Marc J. Spears @MarcJSpears
Kevin Durant and the Suns Vs Charlotte starting lineups… pic.twitter.com/GPQExRlEYv – 6:33 PM
Kevin Durant and the Suns Vs Charlotte starting lineups… pic.twitter.com/GPQExRlEYv – 6:33 PM
Gerald Bourguet @GeraldBourguet
We’re going live on @PHNX_Suns to talk KD and the Hornets! Hop in here:
https://t.co/5sQrCjhW7o pic.twitter.com/xbyGwXqa3Q – 6:28 PM
We’re going live on @PHNX_Suns to talk KD and the Hornets! Hop in here:
https://t.co/5sQrCjhW7o pic.twitter.com/xbyGwXqa3Q – 6:28 PM
Duane Rankin @DuaneRankin
“They have two guys who can draw help without the aid of a pick-and-roll.”
#Hornets coach Steve Clifford on #Suns now having Kevin Durant to go along with Devin Booker who can help win close games in the postseason. pic.twitter.com/l5yt3L2dRe – 6:21 PM
“They have two guys who can draw help without the aid of a pick-and-roll.”
#Hornets coach Steve Clifford on #Suns now having Kevin Durant to go along with Devin Booker who can help win close games in the postseason. pic.twitter.com/l5yt3L2dRe – 6:21 PM
Barbara Barker @meanbarb
Jacque said he’s pulling for KD and will likely watch his game tonight. pic.twitter.com/zJrqinf4wg – 6:09 PM
Jacque said he’s pulling for KD and will likely watch his game tonight. pic.twitter.com/zJrqinf4wg – 6:09 PM
Nick DePaula @NickDePaula
Kevin Durant warms up ahead of his @Phoenix Suns debut in the KD 15 👀👀 pic.twitter.com/376RThnfKi – 6:07 PM
Kevin Durant warms up ahead of his @Phoenix Suns debut in the KD 15 👀👀 pic.twitter.com/376RThnfKi – 6:07 PM
Gerald Bourguet @GeraldBourguet
How the underrated perimeter defense and secondary rim protection of Kevin Durant will help the Suns – https://t.co/edOJ6zqfFo via @PHNX_Suns pic.twitter.com/oDPRILpdxF – 6:02 PM
How the underrated perimeter defense and secondary rim protection of Kevin Durant will help the Suns – https://t.co/edOJ6zqfFo via @PHNX_Suns pic.twitter.com/oDPRILpdxF – 6:02 PM
StatMuse @statmuse
Durant against the Hornets:
25.1 PPG (fewest against any team)
6.1 RPG
4.6 APG
50/35/91%
Predict his statline tonight. pic.twitter.com/NCJTM63etg – 5:59 PM
Durant against the Hornets:
25.1 PPG (fewest against any team)
6.1 RPG
4.6 APG
50/35/91%
Predict his statline tonight. pic.twitter.com/NCJTM63etg – 5:59 PM
Duane Rankin @DuaneRankin
“Yeah, for sure.”
Steve Clifford on facing #Suns with Kevin Durant. #Hornets pic.twitter.com/lbNOakqru6 – 5:27 PM
“Yeah, for sure.”
Steve Clifford on facing #Suns with Kevin Durant. #Hornets pic.twitter.com/lbNOakqru6 – 5:27 PM
Duane Rankin @DuaneRankin
Here in Charlotte for #Sums #Hornets.
Let the countdown begin for Kevin Durant’s debut. pic.twitter.com/AhNjyDKMb6 – 5:08 PM
Here in Charlotte for #Sums #Hornets.
Let the countdown begin for Kevin Durant’s debut. pic.twitter.com/AhNjyDKMb6 – 5:08 PM
Bill Reiter @sportsreiter
I’ll be on HQ Spotlight on @CBSSportsNet at 4:15 ET talking with @AmandaGuerraCBS about Kevin Durant’s Phoenix debut tonight and Quin Snyder’s arrival as head coach in Atlanta – 3:45 PM
I’ll be on HQ Spotlight on @CBSSportsNet at 4:15 ET talking with @AmandaGuerraCBS about Kevin Durant’s Phoenix debut tonight and Quin Snyder’s arrival as head coach in Atlanta – 3:45 PM
Rob Perez @WorldWideWob
[NBA frantically waving their arms like a marooned castaway who sees a ship on the horizon trying to get you to look at KD Suns debut and the Bucks’ streak tonight instead of the Ja story] – 2:56 PM
[NBA frantically waving their arms like a marooned castaway who sees a ship on the horizon trying to get you to look at KD Suns debut and the Bucks’ streak tonight instead of the Ja story] – 2:56 PM
Gerald Bourguet @GeraldBourguet
On Kevin Durant’s secondary rim protection, underrated perimeter defense, and a few new things the Suns can try with KD despite losing Mikal Bridges: bit.ly/3J32QB6 pic.twitter.com/sZtplJPYoS – 2:09 PM
On Kevin Durant’s secondary rim protection, underrated perimeter defense, and a few new things the Suns can try with KD despite losing Mikal Bridges: bit.ly/3J32QB6 pic.twitter.com/sZtplJPYoS – 2:09 PM
Duane Rankin @DuaneRankin
Kelly Oubre Jr.: Hornets taking it ‘kind of personal’ with Kevin Durant making Phoenix Suns debut tonight in Charlotte #Hornets #LetsFly #Suns azcentral.com/story/sports/n… via @azcentral – 1:51 PM
Kelly Oubre Jr.: Hornets taking it ‘kind of personal’ with Kevin Durant making Phoenix Suns debut tonight in Charlotte #Hornets #LetsFly #Suns azcentral.com/story/sports/n… via @azcentral – 1:51 PM
Erik Slater @erikslater_
Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving were tied at the hip throughout much of their Nets tenure. That’s what made it so surprising that Irving did not inform KD of his intention to request a trade at the deadline.
And KD recently opened up about the surprise move:clutchpoints.com/nets-news-kevi… – 1:19 PM
Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving were tied at the hip throughout much of their Nets tenure. That’s what made it so surprising that Irving did not inform KD of his intention to request a trade at the deadline.
And KD recently opened up about the surprise move:clutchpoints.com/nets-news-kevi… – 1:19 PM
Gerald Bourguet @GeraldBourguet
If you’re curious how some of the new arrivals/re-signings might mesh with KD and the Suns, we covered that too!
T.J. Warren: bit.ly/3IhVfhR
Darius Bazley: bit.ly/3jLvsoL
Terrence Ross: bit.ly/3EaViJB
Ish Wainright: bit.ly/3Ss0EGu – 12:37 PM
If you’re curious how some of the new arrivals/re-signings might mesh with KD and the Suns, we covered that too!
T.J. Warren: bit.ly/3IhVfhR
Darius Bazley: bit.ly/3jLvsoL
Terrence Ross: bit.ly/3EaViJB
Ish Wainright: bit.ly/3Ss0EGu – 12:37 PM
Gerald Bourguet @GeraldBourguet
Then there’s takeaways from KD’s first press conference (bit.ly/3IvK6dl), his first home game on the bench (bit.ly/3I1JydN) and 10 initial thoughts from the trade itself (bit.ly/3RPG9mS) – 12:37 PM
Then there’s takeaways from KD’s first press conference (bit.ly/3IvK6dl), his first home game on the bench (bit.ly/3I1JydN) and 10 initial thoughts from the trade itself (bit.ly/3RPG9mS) – 12:37 PM
Gerald Bourguet @GeraldBourguet
We start with the most recent stuff, a breakdown of Kevin Durant’s game and how he’ll mesh with the Suns on both ends of the floor
Offense: bit.ly/3xYwWPV
Defense: bit.ly/3J32QB6 – 12:37 PM
We start with the most recent stuff, a breakdown of Kevin Durant’s game and how he’ll mesh with the Suns on both ends of the floor
Offense: bit.ly/3xYwWPV
Defense: bit.ly/3J32QB6 – 12:37 PM
Gerald Bourguet @GeraldBourguet
THREAD: Kevin Durant’s debut is finally here, and if it feels like we’ve been preparing for 3 weeks…it’s because we basically have! So in case you missed any of the build-up, here’s all the KD-related content I’ve been working on lately to get ready for today pic.twitter.com/TqrItrEdiX – 12:37 PM
THREAD: Kevin Durant’s debut is finally here, and if it feels like we’ve been preparing for 3 weeks…it’s because we basically have! So in case you missed any of the build-up, here’s all the KD-related content I’ve been working on lately to get ready for today pic.twitter.com/TqrItrEdiX – 12:37 PM
Alex Schiffer @Alex__Schiffer
It just hit me Steve Clifford was coaching the Magic for James Harden’s first game as a Net alongside Kevin Durant. Tonight he’s coaching the Hornets while KD makes his Suns debut. Cliff can’t catch a break. – 11:46 AM
It just hit me Steve Clifford was coaching the Magic for James Harden’s first game as a Net alongside Kevin Durant. Tonight he’s coaching the Hornets while KD makes his Suns debut. Cliff can’t catch a break. – 11:46 AM
Get Up @GetUpESPN
.@KendrickPerkins is NOT buying that the Suns are the best team in the NBA with KD:
“I can’t just say that the Phoenix Suns are going to be the best team in the league because they acquired Kevin Durant.” pic.twitter.com/1tAV13tvCl – 10:20 AM
.@KendrickPerkins is NOT buying that the Suns are the best team in the NBA with KD:
“I can’t just say that the Phoenix Suns are going to be the best team in the league because they acquired Kevin Durant.” pic.twitter.com/1tAV13tvCl – 10:20 AM
Gerald Bourguet @GeraldBourguet
We’re really getting the return of Kevin Durant and The Mandalorian on the same day. March is truly off to a blessed start pic.twitter.com/LGStcIAi0X – 10:05 AM
We’re really getting the return of Kevin Durant and The Mandalorian on the same day. March is truly off to a blessed start pic.twitter.com/LGStcIAi0X – 10:05 AM
Bill Reiter @sportsreiter
Big @CBSSportsRadio show today from 10-noon ET: @Chiefs owner Clark Hunt stops by. Plus KD’s debut, Tua’s future, Rodgers next steps, Atlanta Hawks drama, a birthday present for @AndrewBogusch, Buy/Sell w/@DecelCBS, more.
LISTEN:
ReiterThanYou.com
@Audacy app
@SIRIUSXM 158 – 9:29 AM
Big @CBSSportsRadio show today from 10-noon ET: @Chiefs owner Clark Hunt stops by. Plus KD’s debut, Tua’s future, Rodgers next steps, Atlanta Hawks drama, a birthday present for @AndrewBogusch, Buy/Sell w/@DecelCBS, more.
LISTEN:
ReiterThanYou.com
@Audacy app
@SIRIUSXM 158 – 9:29 AM
Duane Rankin @DuaneRankin
Recent #Suns stories:
Giannis jokes with Kevin Durant on ‘The Daily Show’ bit.ly/3KMqIu1
Monty Williams addresses sitting T.J. Warren bit.ly/3SBwwsj
Josh Okogie ‘looking like’ 5th starter bit.ly/3EMd6ei
Durant to make debut bit.ly/3ZwxesS – 9:16 AM
Recent #Suns stories:
Giannis jokes with Kevin Durant on ‘The Daily Show’ bit.ly/3KMqIu1
Monty Williams addresses sitting T.J. Warren bit.ly/3SBwwsj
Josh Okogie ‘looking like’ 5th starter bit.ly/3EMd6ei
Durant to make debut bit.ly/3ZwxesS – 9:16 AM
Gerald Bourguet @GeraldBourguet
Most of the focus is on how Kevin Durant will supercharge the Suns offense, leaving defense as the big question. For @PHNX_Suns, here’s how his length and rim protection give Phoenix new wrinkles on the defensive end: https://t.co/edOJ6zqNuW pic.twitter.com/aodQphuVjw – 9:03 AM
Most of the focus is on how Kevin Durant will supercharge the Suns offense, leaving defense as the big question. For @PHNX_Suns, here’s how his length and rim protection give Phoenix new wrinkles on the defensive end: https://t.co/edOJ6zqNuW pic.twitter.com/aodQphuVjw – 9:03 AM
More on this storyline
Suns coach Monty Williams said he doesn’t want Durant, 34, worrying about being a team leader, but rather just playing. “I think there’s too many players in the NBA that get too much pressure to lead,” Williams said. “I just don’t think it’s necessary. It’s my job to lead. The players do it in spots, but that’s the one thing I told him, I said, ‘I’m not looking for you to lead. We just want you to be yourself and hoop,’ and I think that’s where he’s the most free to be himself.” -via USA Today Sports / March 2, 2023
When they were on the floor together certainly, as Booker had a terrific all-around game with 37 points, six rebounds and seven assists to create the sort of wing-scoring duo that the Durant acquisition was all about. “This is one of those moments that doesn’t really feel real,” Booker said. “I mean, it’s just every time he shoots the ball, it’s just so effortless. You can see defenders trying their hardest to contest or fight over a screen and he just looks unbothered, unfazed.” -via ESPN / March 2, 2023
Nonetheless, the Durant rollout was a success after a calculated plan that allowed for bonus practice and conditioning time and a game against one of the league’s weaker teams. Even with that, though, Durant admitted he was nervous. “New environment, new situation, new teammates, I mean I always feel I got to prove myself to my teammates and my coaches every single day no matter what I’ve done in the league,” Durant said. “So I feel like there’s pressure to be who I am every day.” -via ESPN / March 2, 2023