Kevin Durant Exits Phoenix Suns’ Loss with Left Ankle Sprain…

Kevin Durant Exits Phoenix Suns’ Loss with Left Ankle Sprain

Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant suffered a setback in their game against the Houston Rockets, exiting with a left ankle sprain. The injury occurred during the third quarter when Durant rolled his ankle over Jabari Smith Jr. and had to be helped to the locker room ¹.

## Injury Update
Durant played only 22 minutes, scoring 11 points and grabbing eight rebounds before the injury. Coach Mike Budenholzer confirmed that Durant will miss at least the upcoming game against the Milwaukee Bucks, with an MRI scheduled for further evaluation ².

## Impact on the Team
The Suns are already struggling, and Durant’s absence could further hinder their playoff chances. Without him, they’ve had a dismal 2-11 record this season. The team’s recent performance has been underwhelming, with a 35-40 record, 1.5 games behind the Sacramento Kings for the final Western Conference play-in spot ¹.

## What’s Next?
The Suns face a tough road trip ahead, with games against the Bucks, Boston Celtics, and New York Knicks. With Durant’s status uncertain, fans are anxiously awaiting updates on his recovery ³.