Could the Phoenix Suns be slowly but surely getting their act together?
They have now won three games in a row and overtook the Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday night with a big statement victory.
Kevin Durant showed up for that game, as noted by Hoop Central.
He posted 42 points, eight assists, and six rebounds, shooting 17-of-29 from the field and playing for 39 minutes.
This is the version of Durant that other teams fear, and he could be making more appearances, especially if the Suns reach the playoffs.
KEVIN DURANT TONIGHT:
42 POINTS
8 ASSISTS
6 REBOUNDS
17/29 FGM
39 MINUTES
🔥🔥🔥. (VIA @realapp_) pic.twitter.com/EAC9ZeU8AA
— Hoop Central (@TheHoopCentral) March 22, 2025
Online, fans were ready to praise Durant, reminding others that he is one of the best in the league and a future Hall of Famer for a reason.
A lot of people said that he carried his team, which is hard to argue with.
His 42 points were more than double Devin Booker’s, who posted 17 of his own.
KD really put the team on his back
— Listo (@Listogetsit) March 22, 2025
Can Durant keep it up and help his team get to the postseason?
The Suns are currently the 10th seed in the West with a 34-37 record, which means they might have to battle through the Play-In Tournament.
That’s not an easy task, but if Durant is still playing like this, it’s possible.
Durant willing his team to the playoffs this year? 👀
— Cookie Picks (@CookiePickz) March 22, 2025
KD Was Thanos tonight 💀
— Bonkers 🗣️ (@RareBonkers) March 22, 2025
While a lot of fans were talking about how well Durant is playing in the present, others were discussing his future.
There is a lot of speculation about Durant and where he goes in the summer.
Will he be playing for the Houston Rockets, Dallas Mavericks, or someone else next season?
Future rocket👀
— ShaneFromTheLou (@shanexHCM) March 22, 2025
Of course, if this season with the Suns ends on a high note, perhaps both sides will want to keep working together.
The Suns have been playing well lately, but they still have a lot of work to do if they wish to reach the playoffs.
They will need more eye-popping performances from Durant and others.
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