Is Kevin Durant playing tonight against the Golden State Warriors?

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The Phoenix Suns acquired Kevin Durant in a blockbuster trade at the trade deadline and dealt away defensive wing Mikal Bridges and Cameron Johnson to the Brooklyn Nets. When the Suns acquired the former MVP in February, Durant was still recovering from a knee injury. He donned the Suns’ threads for three games in March, averaging 26.7 points, 7.3 rebounds and 3.7 assists. The Suns were undefeated in that span.

However, Durant sprained his left ankle during a pregame warm-up session against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Through 42 games this season, Durant is averaging 29.5 points, 6.8 rebounds and 5.2 assists while shooting 56.6 percent from the field and 38.6 percent from beyond the arc.

The Phoenix Suns will hope to cap off their California road trip with a win against Durant’s former team, the Golden State Warriors.

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Is Durant playing tonight vs the Warriors?

Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant is expected to be re-evaluated in two weeks with his left ankle sprain and return based on rehab progress, sources tell @TheAthletic @Stadium. Swelling has gone down in the ankle, which Durant injured slipping in pregame warmups Wednesday.
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) March 9, 2023

Durant sprained his left ankle on March 8, in a pregame warm-up session. The 6’11 forward is expected to be reevaluated on March 30 and has been sidelined till then. The Warriors’ fans would perhaps be relieved as their former superstar won’t be suiting up against their current team.

The Golden State Warriors, on the other hand will be without Andrew Wiggins, who’ll be missing his 12th consecutive game citing personal reasons. Forwards Draymond Green and Jonathan Kuminga remain questionable for the Warriors.

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Where does Durant play?

kevin durant — Durant driving to the basket ( Via Bleacher report)

Durant is a 6’11 forward with guard-like handles and movement. The 4 time-scoring champion plays as a combo forward, having started at both the Small Forward and Power Forward positions. Small forwards are usually the most versatile players on a team and are expected to make cuts, drive in and lead fastbreaks. Power Forwards are usually bigger and stronger compared to small forwards and primarily space the floor as Stretch Bigs, provide post offense and grab rebounds. Notable Small Forwards include LeBron James, Larry Bird, Kawhi Leonard etc. Notable power forwards includes Tim Duncan, Dirk Nowitzki, Giannis Antetokounmpo etc.

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Kevin Durant fantasy impact

Durant went down in pregame warmups on Wednesday night while casually attempting a layup on what appeared to be a slippery floor. The initial injury did not look good at all, and Durant’s left foot could be seen contorting in a near 90-degree angle under his leg. It sounds like the big man’s return to action will depend on his recovery and rehab status following this initial two-week timeframe. Devin Booker will continue to see his typical massive usage for as long as Durant remains sidelined.