Here are some of Kevin Durant's initial comments from his introductory press conference Thursday with the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center.
was formally introduced as the newest member of the Phoenix Suns during a press conference at Footprint Center that was opened up to fans and streamed live. Durant was joined on stage by new Suns majority owner Mat Ishbia and Suns General Manager James Jones.
The Republic was there and will be providing detailed reports on azcentral.com throughout the day. Here are a few early comments from Durant that came during the event:Kevin Durant's opening comments: “I want to go out there and do the most that I can and be the best that I can ... I appreciate the warm welcome, but I’ve got more work to do.’’“You see the growth in this team, when Monty took over, when James came here ... The way they play on the floor, the energy on the floor.''Did Phoenix Suns hold Mikal Bridges back? ESPN analyst slammed for Brooklyn Nets take“That’s why we play the game of basketball ...
He later added: “I think we got all the pieces to be successful. We got guys that experienced what it’s like to play in that final round.’’“I could feel the excitement as soon as I got off the plane. Everywhere I’ve been so far, fans have giving me a warm welcome, but I still feel I’ve got to prove myself.’’ He added the Suns already have set '' a high standard.
"I don't know but hopefully soon,'' he said, adding he'll defer to training staff but hopes it's after this weekend's All-Star break.
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