Phoenix Suns superstar Kevin Durant is ruled out for Saturday's matchup against the Denver Nuggets due to a left ankle sprain. This adds to the Suns' woes as they also face the absence of Bradley Beal and uncertainty surrounding Grayson Allen's availability. The Suns will be looking to overcome these obstacles against a surging Nuggets team.
The Phoenix Suns were heavily involved in trade rumors leading up to Thursday's deadline, with discussions primarily revolving around the availability of superstar forward Kevin Durant . Despite Phoenix's underwhelming 26-25 record through 51 games, the Suns chose to retain Durant alongside his co-star, Devin Booker. The Suns now face a significant challenge against the Denver Nuggets at home on Saturday.
The Nuggets, currently boasting a 33-19 record and a five-game winning streak, have climbed to third place in the Western Conference. While the Suns have fallen short of expectations this season, they remain a formidable team with a wealth of star power that could pose a threat to Denver. Unfortunately for the Suns, they will be significantly depleted against the Nuggets on Saturday. Phoenix has ruled out Durant for the high-profile matchup due to a left ankle sprain. Durant joins Bradley Beal on the Suns' sidelines for Saturday's game, and starting guard Grayson Allen remains a game-time decision. The Suns will undoubtedly be missing key players against the Nuggets, who are also grappling with a multitude of injuries.Durant, a 15-time NBA All-Star, is averaging 26.9 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 4.2 assists per game this season, shooting an impressive 52.4/39.8/82.7 from the field, three-point range, and free throw line respectively. The superstar forward is set to miss his 13th game of the season, drawing increasingly closer to jeopardizing his eligibility for postseason awards. The Suns have struggled mightily without Durant this season, posting a dismal 2-10 record in his absence, setting the stage for a potentially favorable matchup for the Nuggets on Saturday night
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