Is Kevin Durant playing tonight against the Denver Nuggets? (6th April, 2023)
Kevin Durant and the Phoenix Suns will look to topple the team atop the Western Conference in their match against the Denver Nuggets tonight
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Kevin Durant and the Phoenix Suns take on the #1 seed Denver Nuggets and will look to further their six-game win streak. KD has been exceptional since his return and has secured playoff qualification for the Phoenix Suns. KD has been an essential on NBA Fantasy teams as well and fans hope that he will continue his prolific scoring form tonight against the Nuggets.
The Phoenix Suns have all but secured the 4th seed, as they are 2.5 games ahead of the Clippers with three games left. The Suns won their last match 115-94 against the tanking San Antonio Spurs to secure playoff qualification. Durant scored 18 points, while Booker led the way with 27 in a cruise to victory for the 2021 NBA Finalists.
Is Kevin Durant playing tonight?
Kevin Durant will participate in tonight’s game against the Denver Nuggets as he has played the last four games for the Suns since returning from his injury and no longer has a minutes restriction. KD joined the Suns at the start of 2023 and started off brilliantly before getting injured during warmups. KD was out for a significant time but has returned better than ever.
Durant has yet to drop in form despite changing teams mid-season and has been one of the reasons the Suns are seen as contenders this season. KD and Booker combined for one of the highest point totals of all time amongst duos in their first three games in NBA history. Durant will look to lead Phoenix in the playoffs as he did with Golden State in 2017.
Where is Kevin Durant playing?
Kevin Durant is one of the ‘unicorns’ of the NBA as he is a seven-footer who can shoot from almost anywhere. KD specializes as a small forward but can also play the power forward position. KD is an incredible ball handler as well which allows him to create space for himself and shots for his teammates as he attracts defensive attention.
Durant, this season has dominated the mid-range once again with incredible efficiency. KD’s play involves getting to his spot with a quick crossover or hesitation move and drilling a jumper over any defender’s face. KD is also an incredible three-point shooter and can pull up from deep if there is no opportunity to get the ball in the paint.
Kevin Durant’s Fantasy update and predictions
Kevin Durant is always a staple on NBA fantasy teams, averaging 51.6 fantasy points per game and getting 50+ points in 2 of his last four games. Durant was an all-star starter this year, averaging 29 points and six rebounds this season. KD’s scoring prowess is his deadliest weapon, as he is amongst the top 5 all-time in NBA points per game.
The Slim Reaper is looking to win his third championship this season, and the Phoenix Suns are a team that needs one. The Suns have never won a title but did make the Finals in 2021. With KD’s championship experience and the Sun’s playoff experience, this roster does look the most likely to make it out of the West this season.
Kevin Durant alternatives for your NBA fantasy team
KD will be playing tonight, but if something prevents the Slim Reaper from balling, here are some alternatives. Jimmy Butler of the Miami Heat will take on the Philadelphia 76ers tonight, and the small forward is a great alternative. Butler is averaging 45.1 fantasy points per game this season despite the Heat’s underperformance.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander will be looking to push the Oklahoma City Thunder to the playoffs as they take on the Utah Jazz tonight. Shai is averaging 52.3 fantasy points per game this season. SGA is fit and healthy to play tonight and has over 50 fantasy points in the last three games he has played in. SGA was an all-star starter this season after taking an incredible leap from last year.
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