Kevin Durant Injury News & Updates

Durant popped off for 28 points (11-17 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four rebounds, eight assists, three steals and one block over 32 minutes during Friday's 117-98 win over the Suns.

Durant reached a big career milestone Friday night, as he surpassed 31-thousand career points, something only eight other NBA players have accomplished. Per Will Guillory of The Athletic, when Durant was asked after the game what he would have said if someone told him as a kid that he'd score 31,000-plus career points, Durant responded, "Ya damn right."

Durant contributed 24 points (9-16 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 5-5 FT), three rebounds, eight assists and one block over 32 minutes during Wednesday's 121-95 victory over the Kings.

The eight dimes led the Rockets on the night and were a season high for Durant. The 37-yerar-old forward is thriving as the veteran foundation for an otherwise young lineup, scoring at least 20 points in nine of his last 10 games while averaging 25.7 points, 4.9 boards, 4.4 assists, 1.8 threes and 0.9 steals while shooting 50.6 percent from the floor.

Durant contributed 32 points (10-25 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 10-12 FT), nine rebounds and five assists in 40 minutes during Monday's 133-125 loss to the Jazz.

Durant was effective as a scorer and fell just one rebound shy of his first double-double of the 2025-26 campaign. However, he also committed a team-high five turnovers in the loss. Durant continues to show up in the scoring column for the Rockets, putting up 20 or more points in eight of his last nine matchups.

Durant logged 25 points (10-14 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, four assists, one block and three steals in 30 minutes during Sunday's 129-101 victory over the Jazz.

Durant looked fresh in his return from a two-game absence, dropping in 17 points on 11 shots by halftime, and he likely would have had a bigger offensive outing if the game were at all close. Durant also did a fantastic job making things difficult for Lauri Markkanen on the other end of the floor, helping hold Utah's sharpshooter to 5-for-12 shooting from the field. The Rockets do have another game Monday, but Durant's odds of suiting up for the second leg of the back-to-back set improve with him only logging 30 minutes Sunday.

Durant (personal) is not on the injury report and will be available for Sunday's game against the Jazz.

Durant missed two games, but as expected, he's set to return to action this weekend in what should be a favorable match against the Jazz. Durant is averaging 23.4 points, 4.4 rebounds and 3.8 assists per game since the beginning of November.

Durant (personal) will miss Monday's game against the Suns and Wednesday's game against the Warriors, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Durant will miss the Rockets' next two games while tending to a family matter. The veteran has appeared in all 14 regular-season contests so far this season, averaging 24.6 points, 4.7 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 1.0 steals. Reed Sheppard is a candidate to move into the starting lineup during Durant's absence, with the earliest Durant could return being Nov. 30 against the Jazz.

Durant provided 20 points (6-18 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 7-8 FT), three rebounds and three assists over 37 minutes during Wednesday's 114-104 win over the Cavaliers.

Durant struggled to reach the 20-point mark Wednesday night, hitting at a clip of just 33.3 percent from the field while also failing to find his groove from beyond the arc. There wasn't much to feel good about outside of his scoring production, though it was reassuring to see the Texas product put up 20 or more points for a sixth straight matchup, even on a night he clearly couldn't buy a bucket.

Durant racked up 35 points (13-24 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 7-7 FT), five rebounds, six assists and one block in 45 minutes during Sunday's 117-113 overtime win over the Magic.

Durant fell two points shy of a new season high, but he still helped lead the Rockets to a hard-fought victory in overtime. The superstar forward is off to an excellent start with his new squad, posting at least 20 points in 10 of his first 12 games. Durant has averaged 25.9 points, 4.7 rebounds, 3.4 assists and 1.0 steals in 36.1 minutes per contest overall, shooting 51.0 percent from the floor.

Durant generated 30 points (12-19 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 3-3 FT), five rebounds, three assists and one steal across 36 minutes of Friday's 140-116 win over the Trail Blazers

Durant delivered his fourth 30-point game of the campaign, and his second in the last three gams. Although the 37-year-old is still producing at a high level offensively, he has taken a minor step back so far in 2025-26. His 25.1 points per game would be his fewest in a regular season since the 2016-17 campaign. He's shooting 50.5 percent from the field, which would be his worst mark since the 2015-16 campaign. But just 11 games into the year, those numbers will have plenty of time to rise.

Durant ended with 23 points (7-16 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 7-8 FT), five rebounds, four assists and two steals over 31 minutes during Wednesday's 135-112 win over Washington.

Durant was unable to reach the 30-point mark on back-to-back games for the first time this season, but the star forward had another efficient performance. Since delivering a season-low 11 points in the win over the Grizzlies on Nov. 5, Durant has responded by providing at least 23 points in his last three outings while shooting 53.1 percent from the floor. Even though he's not going to be the dominant scoring option he was during his prime years, Durant remains a well-above-average scorer across all formats.

Durant finished Sunday's 122-115 victory over the Bucks with 31 points (11-15 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 7-9 FT), three rebounds and seven assists across 37 minutes.

The Rockets trailed for most of the game and were down 108-100 with just under five minutes left in the fourth quarter, but Durant helped lead a comeback and put his team ahead for good at 115-113 with 1:42 left on the clock. It's the third time in nine games that the 37-year-old forward has scored more than 30 points, while the seven assists were a season high. Durant is averaging 24.8 points, 4.6 boards, 3.1 assists, 1.7 threes, 1.0 steals and 0.8 blocks to begin his tenure with Houston.

Durant provided 24 points (8-18 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 7-7 FT), one rebound, two assists and one steal over 37 minutes during Friday's 121-110 loss to San Antonio.

Durant was coming off a game in which he was held to a season-low 11 points on 5-18 shooting, and while he got things back on track in the scoring department in this one, he also committed a season-high eight turnovers. As a team, the Rockets conceded a season-high 33 points off 23 turnovers, which ended their five-game win streak. Through 18 years and 1131 games of NBA experience, Durant has only had 18 such instances where he's turned the ball over eight-plus times in a single game.

Durant contributed 11 points (5-18 FG, 1-2 3Pt), four rebounds, five assists, one block and one steal across 34 minutes during Wednesday's 124-109 victory over Memphis.

Durant delivered his worst game of the season so far in this win over the Grizzlies, posting a season-low output in points and field goals made while attempting 18 shots -- his second-highest mark of the season. There's a strong chance this might have been nothing more than an off game for the veteran scorer, as he had recorded at least 19 points in each of his previous six games to start his Rockets tenure on a strong note. Durant will aim to bounce back when the Rockets take on the Spurs on Friday.

Durant recorded 21 points (6-18 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 7-7 FT), six rebounds, five assists, one block and one steal in 38 minutes during Monday's 110-102 victory over the Mavericks.

That's now five games in six contests with at least 20 points for Durant to begin the his Rockets career. Early on, the superstar forward is showing no signs of slowing down in his age-37 campaign. Durant has averaged 26.2 points, 5.5 rebounds, 2.3 assists, 1.2 steals and 1.0 blocks in 35.5 minutes per game this season, shooting 51.0 percent from the floor.

Durant compiled 31 points (11-19 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 5-8 FT), five rebounds, one assist, three blocks and two turnovers in 37 minutes during Wednesday's 139-121 victory over the Raptors.

Durant has been cruising along with top-40 value to open the year behind averages of 27.5 points per game on 52.2 percent shooting to go with 5.8 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 1.8 triples, 1.0 steal, 1.0 block and 2.5 turnovers per contest. He's one of the most efficient scorers to ever do it and is showing no signs of slowing down in his age-37 season.

Durant finished with 37 points (9-18 FG, 3-3 3Pt, 16-18 FT), three rebounds, an assist, three steals and a block across 28 minutes in Friday's 115-111 loss to the Pistons.

Durant delivered 23 points in the Opening Night loss to the Thunder, and even though this 37-point outburst didn't prevent the Rockets from remaining winless, it was strong proof of what Durant can bring to the table for Houston. The veteran forward should continue to operate as the Rockets' go-to option offensively, even ahead of Alperen Sengun, based on what he's shown in his first outings of the campaign.

Durant recorded 23 points (9-16 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 5-6 FT), nine rebounds and three assists in 47 minutes before fouling out of Tuesday's 125-124 double-overtime loss to Oklahoma City.

Durant, who just recently signed a two-year, $90 million extension, had a solid start to his Houston career. His usage rate of 20.7 percent was the fourth highest on the team, and both Amen Thompson and Alperen Sengun logged more shot attempts from the field in what was a very-balanced attack from Houston. Even at age 37, Durant still looks to have a ton of gas left in the tank.

Durant (rest) will start at shooting guard against the Thunder on Tuesday, Vanessa Richardson of Space City Home Network reports.

After resting in the preseason finale Thursday, Durant will be in the Opening Night lineup with no restrictions. He'll be starting in a jumbo lineup featuring Amen Thompson, Jabari Smith, Alperen Sengun and Steven Adams, and he's likely to get plenty of playmaking duties on top of his responsibility as the No. 1 option on offense.

The Rockets signed Durant to a two-year, $90 million extension Sunday, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Signs had been pointing toward Durant and the Rockets agreeing to an extension, and on Sunday the two sides finalized a two-year deal that reportedly includes a player option for the 2027-28 season. The veteran forward was acquired from the Suns in June in exchange for Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks and six draft picks. While Durant's final season in Phoenix was a disappointment from a team standpoint, the future Hall of Famer still delivered strong production, averaging 26.6 points, 6.0 rebounds, 4.2 assists and 1.2 blocks while shooting 52.7 percent from the field and 43 percent from deep across 62 regular-season games.

Durant will rest in Thursday's preseason finale against the Hawks, Vanessa Richardson of Space City Home Network reports.

There's no concern regarding the health of Durant. The superstar forward will set his sights toward Opening Night in Oklahoma City.

Durant logged 20 points (7-10 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 5-5 FT), two rebounds, one assist and one steal across 23 minutes of Wednesday's 140-127 preseason win over the Jazz.

After getting the night off against the Hawks on Monday for rest, Durant looked to be in mid-season form Wednesday with the Rockets likely giving people a preview of their lineup ahead of Opening Night. Durant, who just recently turned 37, still looks as smooth as ever as he makes his case to Houston for a contract extension.

Durant (rest) will debut for the Rockets in Wednesday's preseason game against Utah, Danielle Lerner of the Houston Chronicle reports.

After getting the night off against the Hawks on Monday, Durant will get his first taste of action in a Houston uniform Wednesday. Presumably, most of Houston's key players will see reduced workloads once again as the team prepares for Opening Night.

Durant (rest) has been ruled out for Monday's preseason opener against the Hawks, Kelly Iko of The Athletic reports.

It appears to be a veteran's maintenance day for Durant, who will make his first appearance with Houston on Wednesday against Utah. Tari Eason figures to be the most likely option to join the first unit Monday, with Jae'Sean Tate and Josh Okogie being in line for a boost in playing time as well.

Durant (ankle) appears to be very open to the idea of signing a contract extension with the Rockets, Danielle Lerner of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Durant was traded to Houston on June 22, with the team aiming to be a title contender during the 2025-26 campaign. Along with the superstar forward getting a chance at another fresh start, he can see himself committing to the team long-term. "I do see myself signing a contract extension. I can't tell you exactly when it'll happen but I do see it happening." The two-time NBA champion is coming off another strong season, as he played in 62 regular-season games, averaging 26.6 points, 6.0 rebounds, 4.2 assists and 1.2 blocks per game, shooting 52.7 percent from the floor and 43 percent from three-point range.

Head coach Mike Budenholzer said Friday that Durant, who has already been ruled out against the Spurs due to a left ankle sprain, will not play in the Suns' regular-season finale against the Kings on Sunday, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Durant will end up missing the final six games of the regular season after spraining his left ankle against the Rockets on March 30. The veteran forward out of Texas will finish his third year with the Suns averaging 26.6 points on 52.7 percent shooting (including 43.0 percent from three on 6.0 3PA/G), 6.0 rebounds, 4.2 assists, 1.2 blocks and 0.8 steals over 36.5 minutes per game.

Durant (ankle) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Spurs.

Durant will miss his sixth consecutive contest due to a sprained left ankle. There isn't a clear timetable for the superstar's return to game action, though his last chance to suit up during the regular season will come Sunday against Sacramento.

Durant (ankle) is listed out for Wednesday's game against the Thunder.

The Suns announced back on March 31 that Durant would miss at least a week, but there's been very little clarity on his progress since. Durant's next chance to play comes Friday against the Spurs, the second to last regular season game of 2024-25.

Durant (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Warriors.

The team stated March 31 that Durant was expected to miss at least one week of action due to a left ankle sprain, and there haven't been many updates since. His next chance to take the court will arrive Wednesday against the Thunder.

Durant (ankle) is expected to miss at least one week of action, ESPN's Shams Charania reported Monday.

This is a tough blow for Phoenix, with Charania noting that the team is 1.5 games out of a play-in spot with the toughest scheduling remaining. Based on this timetable, Durant will miss Phoenix's three-game road trip at a minimum, putting a potential return against Golden State on April 8 on the table. With Durant out, a number of players could be asked to step up including Grayson Allen, Royce O'Neale and also Bradley Beal (hamstring), if he can get the green light to return.

Durant (ankle) will not travel with the team for Tuesday's game against the Bucks, Shane Young of Forbes.com reports.

Durant suffered a left ankle sprain during Sunday's loss to the Rockets, and head coach Mike Budenholzer suggested he will not travel with the team for Tuesday's contest. Durant will undergo an MRI on his ankle Monday to determine the severity of the injury. Royce O'Neale and Oso Ighodaro figure to see increased minutes with Durant sidelined.

Durant will not return to Sunday's game against the Rockets due to a left ankle injury, Vincent Goodwill of Yahoo Sports reports.

Durant appeared to step on Jabari Smith's foot while driving to the rim, causing his ankle to turn. Since Durant was unable to shoot the free throws, he can not return to Sunday's contest. He concludes the game with 11 points (5-11 FG, 1-3 3Pt), seven rebounds, one assist and a block in 22 minutes. Considering the nature of the injury, it wouldn't be surprising for Durant to miss some time, leaving minutes for role players such as Royce O'Neale and Oso Ighodaro.

Durant notched 23 points (7-19 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 6-6 FT), six rebounds, two assists, two blocks and two steals over 34 minutes during Friday's 124-109 loss to the Timberwolves.

The 23 points led the Suns as Durant topped 20 for the fifth straight game and the 12th time in 14 March contests. On the month, the 36-year-old superstar is averaging 27.1 points, 6.3 boards, 4.4 assists, 3.4 threes and 1.1 blocks while shooting 51.4 percent from the floor and an impressive 52.2 percent from beyond the arc.

Durant registered 38 points (11-21 FG, 7-9 3Pt, 9-10 FT), eight rebounds, five assists and three blocks across 37 minutes during Monday's 108-106 win over the Bucks.

With 38 points on the night, this was Durant's third-highest scoring total of the campaign. The Suns are sitting in 11th place in the Western Conference with a 35-37 record, but they are still within striking distance of several teams ahead of them. As long as Phoenix is in the playoff hunt, Durant isn't likely to be dialed back.

Durant produced 42 points (17-29 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 4-4 FT), six rebounds, eight assists and one block across 39 minutes during Friday's 123-112 victory over the Cavaliers.

The future Hall of Famer led all scorers on the night as he produced his best offensive performance since he poured in 43 points against the Pistons on Dec. 21. Durant has scored more than 20 points in nine of 11 games in March, averaging 26.3 points, 6.6 boards, 4.8 assists, 3.1 threes and 0.9 blocks on the month while shooting 51.3 percent from the floor and 47.9 percent from long distance.

Durant notched 21 points (6-17 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 7-10 FT), nine rebounds and two assists over 37 minutes during Sunday's 107-96 loss to the Lakers.

Durant led Phoenix offensively and on the glass in Sunday's contest, pacing all Suns players in scoring and rebounds while finishing one board shy of a double-double. Durant has hauled in at least nine boards on 11 occasions this season, adding 20 or more points in all of those contests.

Durant accumulated 22 points (7-15 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four rebounds, six assists, two blocks and one steal over 36 minutes during Friday's 122-106 victory over Sacramento.

The future Hall of Famer has been locked in from three-point range of late. Over the last 10 games, Durant has drained multiple treys nine times, averaging 25.7 points, 6.6 boards, 4.7 assists, 3.3 threes, 1.0 blocks and 0.8 steals while shooting 50.8 percent from the floor and 47.8 percent from beyond the arc.

Durant recorded 19 points (8-12 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), seven rebounds, one block and one steal across 37 minutes during Wednesday's 111-104 loss to the Rockets.

Durant was very efficient in the loss, but wasn't able to generate many looks against Houston. He remains on pace to return first-round value in nine-category formats this season, posting averages of 26.8 points, 6.2 rebounds, 4.3 assists, 1.3 blocks, 0.8 steals and 2.5 three-pointers on 52.9 percent shooting from the field.

Durant provided 35 points (11-24 FG, 7-9 3Pt, 6-6 FT), five rebounds, five assists and one block in 41 minutes during Monday's 120-118 loss to Memphis.

Durant reached the 35-point mark for the seventh time this season, but not even this impressive stat line was enough for the Suns to turn things around, as they've gone 4-7 since the end of the All-Star break. It seems the Suns' playoff chances are hanging by a thread, but that hasn't been Durant's fault. The veteran forward is averaging 29.0 points, 8.0 rebounds, 5.2 assists and 1.2 blocks per game across five appearances in March.

Durant logged 26 points (10-23 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 3-7 FT), 10 rebounds, four assists and two blocks over 38 minutes during Sunday's 116-98 loss to the Timberwolves.

It was the fifth double-double of the season for Durant, with two of them coming in seven contests since the All-Star break. Over that stretch, the 36-year-old forward is averaging 23.0 points, 6.4 boards, 4.3 assists, 2.6 threes, 1.1 steals and 1.0 blocks while shooting 50.8 percent from the floor.

Durant ended Friday's 125-108 win over the Pelicans with 17 points (7-10 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 1-1 FT), two rebounds, six assists and three steals across 35 minutes.

Durant failed to reach the 20-point mark for the second time in six outings since the All-Star break, but there's no reason to worry about the contributions of the veteran forward. Over that six-game stretch, he's averaging a solid 22.5 points per game while shooting 52.6 percent from the floor and 38.5 percent from three-point range.

Durant registered 28 points (12-23 FG, 4-13 3Pt), five rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal in 36 minutes during Thursday's 124-116 loss to New Orleans.

The Suns came up short Thursday, but that didn't stop Durant from delivering another impressive showing on offense. Even though Devin Booker carried the offense with his 36-point performance, Durant certainly made his presence felt and surpassed the 25-point mark for the third time over his last four contests. He's averaging 26.4 points, 5.2 rebounds and 4.4 assists per game since the beginning of February.

Durant tallied 27 points (9-15 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 6-6 FT), 11 rebounds, five assists and one block over 38 minutes during Saturday's 121-117 win over the Bulls.

Durant logged his fourth double-double of the season Saturday and his first since Dec. 31. He's shot at least 60 percent from the field in the four games since returning from a three-game absence due to a left ankle sprain. Over that span, Durant has averaged 30.0 points, 6.0 rebounds, 4.8 assists and 1.5 blocks over 40.5 minutes per game.

Durant amassed 22 points (9-13 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 1-2 FT), five rebounds and two assists in 39 minutes during Thursday's 120-109 loss to the Spurs.

The 36-year-old forward missed three games earlier in February with an ankle issue, but Durant has been his usual productive self since returning. Over three contests sandwiched around the All-Star break, he's averaged 31.0 points, 4.7 assists, 4.3 boards, 2.7 threes, 1.7 blocks and 1.0 steals while shooting an eye-popping 67.9 percent from the floor and 53.3 percent from beyond the arc.

Durant will start for Shaq's OGs against Candace's Rising Stars in the first round of the NBA All-Star Game Tournament.

Durant was voted to his 15th All-Star Game, becoming the seventh player in NBA history to reach that milestone. Durant is shooting 53.2 percent from the field (including 40.4 percent from three) and is averaging 27.3 points, 6.0 rebounds, 4.2 assists and 1.4 blocks over 36.5 minutes per game.

Durant posted 37 points (15-22 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 5-5 FT), nine assists, five rebounds and two steals across 42 minutes during Wednesday's 119-111 loss to the Rockets.

Durant chipped in a game-high 37 points, logging his 16th outing of the season with 30 or more points. The superstar also set a new season-high mark in assists and racked up multiple steals for the ninth time over 41 regular-season appearances. Over his last 10 games, Durant has averaged 27.2 points, 4.6 rebounds, 4.3 assists, 3.1 three-pointers, 1.5 blocks and 1.0 steals in 37.3 minutes per contest. He has recorded 56.7/49.2/84.1 shooting splits in that 10-game span.

Durant finished with 34 points (12-18 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 7-10 FT), three rebounds, three assists, five blocks and one steal across 43 minutes during Tuesday's 119-112 loss to Memphis.

Durant's team-high 34 points helped him become just the eighth player in NBA history to score 30,000 points. Even at 36 years old, he continues to be one of the most efficient scorers in the league, posting 52.4/39.8/82.7 shooting splits in 2024-25. Durant also made a defensive impact against Memphis, recording a season-high five blocks.

Durant (ankle) is available for Tuesday's game against the Grizzlies.

Durant has been sidelined for the Sun's last three games due to a left ankle sprain. He was able to practice Monday, and it appears he has progressed enough in his recovery to be cleared to play Tuesday. Durant and Devin Booker will handle most of the offensive load due to Bradley Beal (toe) being ruled out. Since the beginning of January, Durant has averaged 25.9 points on 54.1 percent shooting, 5.5 rebounds, 4.6 assists, 1.4 blocks and 0.9 steals over 36.4 minutes per game.

Durant (ankle) said Monday that's looking forward to returning to action against Minnesota on Tuesday, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Durant has missed the past three games while recovering from an ankle sprain, but it appears he's been given the green light to return. His name popped up in the rumor mill during the trade deadline with teams such as Golden State and Miami reportedly making offers, but the Suns stood pat and will look similar going forward. With Durant back in action, Royce O'Neale and Grayson Allen could lose some steam in terms of fantasy appeal.

Durant (ankle) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Nuggets, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Durant will miss a third straight game Saturday as he continues to nurse a sprained left ankle. The superstar forward was playing consistently well for the Suns before going down with the injury, but now Phoenix will have to turn to Royce O'Neale to shoulder the load in his absence.

Durant (ankle) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game versus the Nuggets.

Durant is in danger of missing his third consecutive contest Saturday due to a sprained left ankle. If the superstar forward is ruled out against Denver, Royce O'Neale will likely remain in the starting five.

Durant (ankle) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Jazz, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.

Durant will miss a second straight game due to a left ankle sprain, though he could be available for the second leg of Phoenix's back-to-back set Saturday against Denver. Royce O'Neale, Grayson Allen and Ryan Dunn (ankle) will look to make up for the absences of Durant and Bradley Beal (toe) in Friday's Western Conference bout.

Durant (ankle) has been listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Jazz.

After missing Wednesday's blowout loss to the Thunder, Durant might miss a second straight game for the Suns as he continues nursing a sprained left ankle. If the superstar forward cannot play against Utah, Phoenix could turn to Grayson Allen and Royce O'Neale to pick up the slack.

Durant (ankle) will not play Wednesday against the Thunder, according to NBA reporter Chris Haynes.

Durant was listed as doubtful, but it appears safe to officially rule him out. There have been a lot of rumors surfacing about Durant with teams such as the Warriors inquiring about him, setting up what could continue to be a busy trade deadline. As for Wednesday night, the Suns will likely rely on Grayson Allen and Royce O'Neale to pick up some minutes in Durant's absence.

Durant is listed as doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Thunder due to an ankle sprain, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.

Durant played a season-high 46 minutes during Monday's 121-119 loss to the Trail Blazers and finished with 27 points, five rebounds, five assists, two blocks and one steal. It appears he's come out worse for wear with an ankle sprain, and it appears severe enough for him that he's unlikely to take the floor Wednesday. Grayson Allen and Royce O'Neale would stand to see more playing time if Durant is indeed ruled out.

Durant had 27 points (10-21 FG, 2-9 3Pt, 5-6 FT), five rebounds, five assists, two blocks and one steal over 46 minutes during Monday's 121-119 overtime loss to Portland.

There's a slight chance that we saw Durant's last game in a Suns uniform during Tuesday's loss, but the possibility of that is growing dimmer by the hour. It's more likely that the Suns will try to make a deal with Jusuf Nurkic or Grayson Allen before Durant, who's presence is the team's best chance for postseason success.

Durant ended Saturday's 127-108 loss to the Trail Blazers with 22 points (9-18 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 3-3 FT), three assists and one rebound in 33 minutes.

The superstar finished as the club's second-leading scorer behind Devin Booker (37 points), with Bradley Beal having been the only other member of the Suns to score in double figures. Durant struggled from beyond the arc in the loss, though entering Saturday he had shot 55.0 percent from three-point range over his last five outings. The 36-year-old also recorded a season-low one rebound against Portland, and he is on pace to average his lowest mark in rebounds (6.1) since his rookie season (4.4).

Durant closed with 33 points (13-19 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 3-4 FT), two rebounds, seven assists, four blocks and two steals across 40 minutes during Wednesday's 121-113 loss to Minnesota.

Despite dealing with a thumb injury heading into Wednesday's contest, Durant was able to record his third outing with at least 30 points across his last 10 appearances. Over that span, the superstar forward has displayed impressive efficiency, posting 54.6/40.0/79.6 shooting splits.

Durant (thumb) will play in Wednesday's game against Minnesota.

Durant was a GTD for Wednesday's contest due to a left thumb injury, but he's been given the green light to suit up. The 36-year-old forward is averaging 27.1 points, 6.4 rebounds, 4.1 assists and 1.3 blocks per game this season.

Durant (thumb) will warm up before a decision is made regarding his availability for Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.

Durant participated in shootaround Wednesday morning, but he'll be a game-time call for Wednesday's matchup against Minnesota. Should he be held out, Royce O'Neale, Bradley Beal and Grayson Allen could see more action.

Correcting a previous update, Durant (thumb) did participate in Wednesday's morning shootaround, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Durant is still listed as questionable on Phoenix's latest injury report after picking up the left thumb injury in Monday's win over the Clippers. Durant has been hot over his last 10 games, averaging 26.3 points, 6.0 rebounds, 4.6 assists, 1.0 steals and 1.3 blocks on 53.4 percent shooting.

Durant (thumb) did not participate in Wednesday's morning shootaround, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Durant remains questionable on Phoenix's latest injury report, but his lack of participation at shootaround is a worrying sign for his fantasy managers. Ryan Dunn (ankle) is also questionable, so the Suns may need guys like Royce O'Neale and Grayson Allen to step up against the Timberwolves.

Durant (thumb) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves, Alan Horton of the Timberwolves Radio Network reports.

Durant seemingly picked up the left thumb injury in Monday's win over the Clippers, during which he posted 24 points (9-19 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five assists, four rebounds and two steals across 40 minutes. With Ryan Dunn (ankle) also expected to be a game-time decision, Royce O'Neale and Grayson Allen could be in line for a significant bump in playing time.

Durant finished Monday's 111-109 victory over the Clippers with 24 points (9-19 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, five assists and two steals across 40 minutes.

Durant is essentially a lock to hit the 20-point mark in every single game, and the veteran forward, who was named to the 2025 All-Star Game, has done it in all but one of his games this season -- excluding the win over the Spurs on Dec. 3 when he was limited to just 16 minutes due to an ankle injury. Durant's consistency is absolutely elite, and fantasy managers certainly welcome that kind of output every time he steps on the hardwood. He's averaging 26,1 points, 6.2 rebounds, 4.6 assists and a combined 2.0 steals-plus-blocks in January.

Durant posted 29 points (11-19 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, four assists and one steal in 39 minutes during Saturday's 119-109 win over the Wizards.

Durant converted a season-high five three-pointers in the win and has converted nine shots beyond the arc over the past two contests. The All-Star is having an excellent month, averaging 26.3 points, 6.3 rebounds, 4.8 assists and 1.3 blocked shots over 12 games. The Suns' horrific 1-9 record during Durant's absences proves his invaluable contribution.

Durant chipped in 23 points (9-16 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 4-4 FT), seven rebounds, one assist and two blocks in 31 minutes during Monday's 118-92 loss to the Cavaliers.

Durant once again led the way offensively for Phoenix in Monday's blowout loss, pacing all Suns players in scoring and rebounds while tallying a team-high-tying blocks total in a balanced showing. Durant has tallied at least 20 points and seven boards in 16 outings this season, doing so in four of his last five appearances.

Durant finished with 36 points (13-27 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 8-12 FT), seven rebounds, five assists, three blocks and two steals over 38 minutes during Saturday's 125-121 win over the Pistons.

Thirty of those points came in the second half, in a game that featured 22 lead changes and zero leads of more than seven points by either side. Durant has scored 20-plus in 18 straight games since returning from a December ankle injury, and since the calendar flipped to January he's averaged 26.6 points, 6.2 boards, 5.2 assists, 1.4 threes, 1.4 blocks and 0.9 steals while shooting 54.5 percent from the floor.

Durant had 31 points (13-20 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 5-7 FT), nine rebounds, six assists, two blocks and two steals in 39 minutes during Tuesday's 122-117 loss to the Hawks.

Durant did a little bit of everything in Tuesday's high-scoring contest, leading all Phoenix players in rebounds and blocks while handing out a team-high-tying assist total and finishing as one of two players with 30 or more points in a losing effort. Durant has reached the 30-point mark in 12 contests this season, adding at least eight rebounds in six of those outings.

Durant produced 27 points (11-24 FG, 2-9 3Pt, 3-3 FT), eight rebounds, five assists and one steal across 40 minutes during Sunday's 120-113 win over the Hornets.

Devin Booker led the way for the Suns with a 30-point performance, but Durant made his presence felt on both ends of the court with an excellent display. The star forward continues to rank among the biggest offensive threats in the NBA in his 17th year in the league and has been on a roll over the last few weeks. He's notched 20 or more points in 15 games in a row, averaging 28.3 points, 6.1 rebounds and 5.1 assists per game in that span.

Durant ended Saturday's 114-106 win over Utah with 25 points (11-19 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-3 FT), five rebounds, seven assists and one steal in 36 minutes.

Saturday was another day at the office for Durant, who hit the 20-point marker in his 14th consecutive game. During this period, the perennial All-Star is averaging 28.4 points, 5.9 rebounds, 5.1 assists, 1.1 blocks, 0.9 steals and 1.9 threes. Durant will look to stay hot during Sunday's favorable matchup at home against the 8-27 Hornets.

Durant chipped in 23 points (9-15 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 3-4 FT), seven assists, three blocks and two rebounds across 36 minutes during Thursday's 123-115 win over the Hawks.

Durant led the starting five in scoring while racking up a game-high mark in blocks. The superstar hasn't surpassed 30 points in any of his last five appearances, though he has logged 13 consecutive outings with 20-plus points. Over his last five games, Durant has averaged 25.2 points, 6.2 rebounds, 5.4 assists and 1.6 blocks in 36.6 minutes per contest.

Durant ended with 26 points (8-18 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 9-10 FT), six rebounds, two assists and one block across 36 minutes during Tuesday's 115-104 loss to the Hornets.

Durant contributed offensively in Tuesday's contest despite struggling a bit from the field, ending second on the team in scoring and rebounds while concluding as one of two Suns players with 25 or more points in a losing effort. Durant has been steady offensively all season long, especially as of late with posting 20 or more points in 12 straight contests.

Durant finished with 23 points (9-14 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 2-3 FT), six rebounds, five assists, one block and one steal in 34 minutes during Monday's 109-99 victory over Philadelphia.

Coach Mike Budenholzer shook up the Suns' starting five, moving Bradley Beal and Jusuf Nurkic to the bench while promoting Ryan Dunn and Mason Plumlee. If the new rotation sticks, it could lead to higher usage for Durant and Devin Booker, who would be the clear top options on the first unit. Durant has scored at least 20 points in 11 straight games since returning from a sprained ankle, averaging 29.4 points, 6.4 boards, 5.1 assists, 2.0 threes, 1.1 blocks and 1.0 steals over that stretch while shooting 50.4 percent from the floor.

Durant posted 25 points (9-14 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 6-6 FT), seven boards, seven assists and one block in 38 minutes of action during Saturday's 126-108 loss to the Pacers.

After a strong December in which he averaged 28.8 points, 6.1 rebounds and 4.6 assists, Durant kicked off his January with a similarly balanced stat line. Despite the Suns' woes, the star wing has remained as reliable a fantasy producer as ever, so long as he's been healthy. He'll look to stay hot Monday against the 76ers.

Durant provided 31 points (10-24 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 10-12 FT), six rebounds, three assists and four blocks in 37 minutes during Saturday's 109-105 loss to Golden State.

Durant finished Saturday's contest as the Suns' leading scorer and finished second in that category behind Warriors' Jonathan Kuminga (34). Durant struggled from beyond the arc, but he made up for it at the charity stripe as he connected on 10 free-throw attempts for the fourth time this season. Since returning from a three-game absence due to a left ankle sprain, Durant has averaged 30.8 points, 5.9 rebounds, 4.8 assists, 1.1 steals and 1.0 blocks over 36.3 minutes per game.

Durant supplied 35 points (11-19 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 10-12 FT) and three rebounds in 38 minutes during Friday's 98-89 loss to the Mavericks.

Despite the impressive performance, Durant got almost no help with Devin Booker (groin) sidelined, as the rest of the Suns' starting five combined for only 22 points. Durant has scored at least 20 points in seven straight contests since returning from a three-game absence due to a sprained ankle, averaging 30.7 points, 5.9 boards, 5.0 assists, 2.1 threes and 1.3 steals over that stretch, and his usage should remain sky-high Saturday with Booker set to be in street clothes again.

Durant posted 27 points (9-26 FG, 0-5 3Pt, 9-9 FT), four rebounds, six assists, two blocks and two steals across 38 minutes during Wednesday's 110-100 victory over the Nuggets.

Durant might have needed 26 shots to score 27 points, but he still led the Suns in scoring and filled the stat by recording two or more tallies in each of the five major categories. Durant has been excellent since returning from a three-game absence due to a sprained left ankle, and he's averaging 30.0 points, 6.3 rebounds, 5.8 assists and 1.5 steals per game in his last six appearances.

Durant closed Monday's 117-90 loss to the Nuggets with 23 points (8-15 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 5-6 FT), nine rebounds, two assists, one block and two steals in 31 minutes.

Durant has been very good for the Suns since returning from a three-game absence following an ankle sprain. Even though he was unable to build off his season-high 43 points in the loss to Detroit, Durant has surpassed the 20-point mark in four of his last five appearances, averaging 30.6 points per game and shooting 50 percent from the floor in that span.

Durant amassed 43 points (14-26 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 11-11 FT), five rebounds, six assists and two steals in 39 minutes during Saturday's 133-125 loss to Detroit.

Durant's best scoring performance of the season wasn't enough to best the Pistons, who inched closer to .500 with the win. Durant and company were down for most of the game, but a 15-point flurry from Durant gave the Suns a bit of hope in the fourth quarter. If Devin Booker (groin) misses another game, fantasy managers should expect another superior stat line from the veteran.

Durant totaled 37 points (15-27 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 4-6 FT), 10 rebounds, six assists and one steal in 38 minutes during Thursday's 120-111 loss to the Pacers.

Durant tied the team high in rebounds while racking up a game-high 37 points, albeit in a losing effort. The superstar has scored 20-plus points in three consecutive outings following a three-game absence due to a left ankle sprain. In that three-game span, Durant has averaged 29.0 points, 7.0 assists, 6.7 rebounds and 1.0 steals across 36.0 minutes per contest.

Durant contributed 30 points (8-17 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 12-12 FT), three rebounds, eight assists, one block and one steal over 34 minutes during Friday's 134-126 win over the Jazz.

After missing the prior three games with an ankle sprain, Durant returned to the court and didn't miss a beat. The 36-year-old forward has only appeared in 14 of the Suns' 24 games so far this season, but he's drained multiple threes in all 14, averaging 26.1 points, 6.4 boards, 3.4 assists, 2.6 threes and 1.4 blocks while shooting 53.1 percent from the floor and 44.6 percent from beyond the arc.

Durant (ankle) will play in Friday's game versus the Jazz, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Durant will return to action Friday after missing Phoenix's last three outings due to a sprained left ankle. The superstar forward should reclaim his starting spot from Royce O'Neal against Utah.

Durant (ankle) is probable for Friday's game against the Jazz.

Durant has been battling through a left ankle sprain but recorded 90 percent participation in Wednesday's practice and appears on track to suit up Friday. He's missed three straight games, so the Suns may keep a close eye on his minutes in an effort to ensure he doesn't suffer any setbacks, assuming he gets the green light ahead of tipoff.

Coach Mike Budenholzer stated that Durant (ankle) logged "90% participation" in Wednesday's practice, Dana Scott of AZ Central reports. His next opportunity to take the court comes Friday versus Utah.

Durant approaching full practice bodes well for an imminent return. The 36-year-old has been sidelined for Phoenix's last three contests -- all of which have been losses -- after spraining his left ankle in a Dec. 3 victory over San Antonio.

Durant (ankle) will be re-evaluated in one week, ESPN's Shams Charania reports.

Durant has been diagnosed with a left ankle sprain and will miss at least three games as a result. Based on this re-evaluation date, a potential return on Dec. 13 against the Jazz could be on the table, but it's not guaranteed. The Suns are 1-6 this season with Durant out of the lineup, so this is a brutal blow for the team. In the meantime, Bradley Beal and Devin Booker will need to soak up some usage, while Grayson Allen, Ryan Dunn and Royce O'Neale could step into larger roles.

Durant sustained a sprained left ankle in the second quarter of Tuesday's game against the Spurs and will not return, Amanda Pflugrad of 3TV Phoenix reports. He amassed 13 points (5-8 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four rebounds and two assists in 16 minutes.

Durant will not return Tuesday, the severity of the sprained ankle is unknown though his status for Thursday's game against the Pelicans is now in jeopardy. With the superstar sidelined, Grayson Allen and Ryan Dunn are candidates to handle an increased role.

Durant tweaked his left ankle late in the second quarter of Tuesday's game versus the Spurs and has remained in the locker room to start the third quarter, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Durant tallied 13 points (5-8 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four rebounds and two assists in 16 minutes before exiting Tuesday's contest. If Durant is unable to return, Ryan Dunn and Grayson Allen are candidates to receive increased playing time.

Durant had 21 points (7-20 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 4-6 FT), 10 rebounds, three assists and three blocks in 36 minutes during Saturday's 113-105 victory over the Warriors.

Durant had a rough shooting performance and only made 35 percent of his field goals, but that won't matter much as long as he manages to deliver numbers in other categories as well. Durant missed seven straight games between Nov. 10 and Nov. 20 due to a calf injury, and while he's shown some rust in terms of efficiency, he continues to perform at a high level even when his shot isn't falling. In his three games since returning, Durant is averaging 24.6 points, 8.0 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 2.0 blocks per contest.

Durant accumulated 30 points (10-18 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 7-10 FT), eight rebounds, two assists and three blocks over 33 minutes during Wednesday's 127-117 loss to the Nets.

Durant was impressive despite the loss against his former team, and he finished just two boards away from a double-double while also reaching the 30-point mark for the sixth time in 11 outings in 2024-25. Durant is averaging 27.4 points per game while shooting 55.1 percent from the floor, and he's not showing any signs of slowing down in his 17th season in the league.

Durant (calf/rest) is available for Wednesday's game against the Nets, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

As expected, Durant has been upgraded from probable to available and will suit up for the second half of a back-to-back set after returning from a seven-game absence Tuesday against the Lakers. Durant was his usual self versus LeBron James, posting 23 points (9-17 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT) in 30 minutes while the Suns improved to 9-1 with Durant in their lineup.

Durant is probable for Wednesday's game against the Nets due to left calf injury management, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.

Durant is expected to suit up for the second half of Phoenix's back-to-back set after returning from an eight-game absence Tuesday against the Lakers. The veteran superstar looked great in his return, scoring 23 points (9-17 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT) in 30 minutes while the Suns improved to 9-1 with their marquee player available.

Durant contributed 23 points (9-17 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds and two assists over 30 minutes during Tuesday's 127-100 win over the Lakers.

The Suns looked like their old selves with Durant and Bradley Beal back on the floor. Durant was expected to carry a minute restriction but he ended up playing 30 minutes, a strong indication that his rehab went well. More wins should be head Phoenix's way now that their marquee player is back.

Durant (calf) is available for Tuesday's game against the Lakers.

Durant will snap a seven-game absence streak due to a left calf strain and play in Tuesday's NBA Cup matchup. However, coach Mike Budenholzer said Tuesday that the superstar will operate under a minutes restriction, according to Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com. In his last five outings, Durant has averaged 26.4 points, 6.2 rebounds, 3.8 assists and 1.2 blocks while shooting 57.0 percent from the field across 38.0 minutes per game. However, he likely won't surpass 30-plus minutes Tuesday.

Durant (calf) is planning to return to the court for Tuesday's game against the Lakers, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Durant returned to practice Sunday, and it was reported at the time that he was on track for Tuesday. Barring a setback in warmups, it sounds like Durant will make his first appearance since Nov. 8. In addition to Durant, the Suns are planning on having Bradley Beal (calf) available as well. With this news, players such as Grayson Allen, Royce O'Neale and Josh Okogie will offer less upside in fantasy formats.

Durant (calf) practiced Sunday and remains on track for Tuesday's game against the Lakers, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Durant has missed seven straight games due to a left calf strain and is expected to play Tuesday. He progressed to 5-on-5 drills Sunday, and his teammates said the veteran looked good. Durant's official status for Tuesday's game will likely be released Monday afternoon.

Durant was a full participant in Friday's practice and the Suns hope to have him back for Tuesday's game versus the Lakers, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Durant has missed Phoenix's last seven contests due to a left calf strain but appears to be nearing a return to action. Fantasy managers should look out for an official injury that will likely drop sometime on Monday to clarify Durant's status against Los Angeles.

Durant suffered a left calf strain during the Suns' win over the Mavericks on Friday and will be out for at least two weeks, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Durant was on the floor for the final minutes of Friday's win, but it appears he was playing through a left calf injury during that stretch. He will be evaluated in about two weeks, but it's a big loss for the Suns, who sit atop the Western Conference standings with an 8-1 record. Devin Booker and Bradley Beal will be the two focal points in Phoenix's offense while Grayson Allen, Royce O'Neale and Monte Morris will see increased opportunities while Durant is sidelined.

Durant ended with 26 points (8-14 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 7-7 FT), five rebounds, four assists, two blocks and one steal in 37 minutes during Friday's 114-113 victory over the Mavericks.

Durant was extremely efficient Friday and carried the Suns to a tight win over the reigning Western Conference champions. Even though Durant is not getting any younger, he's becoming an even more efficient scorer option for the Suns. He's recorded at least 25 points in seven of his nine appearances this season while shooting an impressive 55.3 percent from the field and 42.9 percent from deep.

Durant accumulated 32 points (13-23 FG, 4-11 3Pt, 2-3 FT), eight rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal across 37 minutes during Wednesday's 115-112 victory over the Heat.

Durant notched his fifth 30-point performance in eight games this season, implying that, even at age 37, he's still one of the NBA's top scoring threats. His 32 points marked a game high, though he did also log the most turnovers in the game. Durant has been on a heater to start the season, logging 27.8 points, 6.8 rebounds and 3.4 assists and 2.2 combined steals-plus-blocks per game on 55/42/81 shooting splits.

Durant registered 35 points (14-20 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 5-5 FT), four rebounds, six assists and one block in 39 minutes during Monday's 118-116 victory over Philadelphia.

The 36-year-old forward led all scorers on the night, and Durant's layup with 24 seconds left in the fourth quarter ended up being the game-winning bucket. He's hit for 30-plus points in four of the Suns' first seven games this season, and Durant is averaging his usual elite numbers with 27.1 points, 6.6 boards, 3.4 assists, 2.4 threes and 1.4 blocks per game while shooting 54.8 percent from the floor, 43.6 percent from beyond the arc and 82.2 percent from the charity stripe.

Durant produced 21 points (7-16 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 4-5 FT), nine rebounds and two assists in 38 minutes during Saturday's 103-97 victory over the Trail Blazers.

Durant bounced back from the season-low 18-point mark he delivered in the win over the Clippers, and he remains a consistent offensive option in a star-studded offensive scheme that also includes Bradley Beal and Devin Booker. That said, and even though a two-game stretch is not enough to draw conclusions, Durant has failed to reach the 25-point mark in his last two contests after doing so in his first four. Even if there's a slight decrease in the scoring numbers, Durant remains one of the most efficient scorers in the league based on a volume perspective. He's averaging 25.8 points per game while shooting 51.9 percent from the field in his first six contests.

Durant amassed 30 points (11-20 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 6-7 FT), eight rebounds, four assists and four blocks across 38 minutes during Monday's 109-105 win over the Lakers.

Durant finished just two rebounds away from a double-double, but he also made his presence defensively and hit a couple of key shots in the fourth quarter when the Suns needed him the most. Durant is not showing any signs of slowing down despite his age, and he's scored at least 30 points in each of his last three appearances.

Durant notched 31 points (10-21 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 7-9 FT), nine rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal across 39 minutes during Saturday's 114-102 victory over Dallas.

Durant has reached the 30-point mark in his last two outings, and even though the Suns are finally playing at the best of their abilities with Devin Booker, Bradley Beal (shoulder) and Jusuf Nurkic all logging heavy minutes, Durant remains the team's go-to option on offense. It's only been three games, but Durant isn't showing any signs of slowing down and is averaging 28.7 points, 6.7 rebounds and 2.7 assists while shooting 52.7 percent from the floor to open the 2024-25 campaign.

Durant finished with 30 points (11-17 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 6-7 FT), four rebounds, six assists and one block in 39 minutes during Friday's 123-116 loss to the Lakers.

The 36-year-old led the Suns in scoring on the night with a strong shooting performance that helped his team get out to a 22-point lead during the second quarter, but the Lakers dominated the second half. Durant has produced at least 25 points in each of the first two contests of the campaign -- not a surprise, considering the future Hall of Famer has averaged better than 25 points a game every season since 2008-09.

Durant amassed 25 points (8-17 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 7-9 FT), seven rebounds, one block and three steals in 44 minutes during Wednesday's 116-113 overtime victory over the Clippers.

The first regular season game in the brand-new Intuit Dome did not disappoint, and Durant was a rock-solid contributor. The All-Star will often led the Suns in scoring this season, and he's got an intriguing game coming up Friday, squaring off against LeBron James and Anthony Davis in the Crypto.com Arena.

Durant logged 19 points (8-13 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds, eight assists and a blocked shot across 31 minutes in Thursday's 128-122 loss to the Lakers.

Durant led the team in rebounds and assists, showcasing his ability to get the ball to his fellow playmakers. Durant isn't getting any younger, so his assist total will be something to watch as the regular season resumes. The category could prove to be a substantial benefit to his bottom line. He averaged five assists per game last season.

Durant (rest) will play in Thursday's preseason game against the Lakers.

Durant took a seat for his club's last exhibition Sunday against Denver, but he'll be given one final chance for a tune up Thursday. He's set to begin his age-36 regular-season campaign Wednesday against the Clippers.

Durant posted 21 points (8-12 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 1-1 FT), three rebounds, two assists and one steal across 19 minutes during Tuesday's 105-97 preseason win over the Pistons.

Durant recorded a game-best 21 points while hitting a game-high four three-pointers in the contest. The superstar produced a bounce-back game after posting only six points (3-10 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT) across 14 minutes in the Suns' preseason opener -- a 114-110 loss to the Lakers. The 36-year-old will likely continue to hover around 20 minutes per game during the preseason as the squad figures out its second unit for Opening Night.

Durant will enter the starting lineup for Team USA's gold medal matchup versus France on Saturday.

Durant will slot into the starting five for the first time in the squad's Olympic campaign. The superstar missed significant time in the preparation phase due to a calf injury, but he has been stellar off the bench for Team USA thus far.

Durant posted 11 points (4-8 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 3-3 FT), four rebounds, three assists and one steal across 21 minutes during Tuesday's 122-87 win over Brazil in the quarterfinals of the Paris Olympics.

Durant's 11 points officially put him atop Team USA's leaderboard for career points on the men's or women's side. The superstar missed significant time with Team USA due to a minor calf injury, and he has been coming off the bench for the entirety of the Olympics. While leading the bench unit, the 35-year-old averaged 16.0 points, 2.7 rebounds and 2.0 assists across 19.3 minutes per game in three group-stage appearances. Durant's success from the group stage and game one of the quarterfinals will likely continue, and Team USA is now one step closer to a gold medal.

Durant ended with 11 points (4-8 FG, 3-7 3Pt), four rebounds, three assists and one steal across 19 minutes in Team USA's 104-83 win over Puerto Rico in the Paris Olympics on Saturday.

Team USA ran away with the match in the second half as it blew out Puerto Rico with Durant dropping 11 points off the bench. The superstar also grabbed his 126th career rebound for Team USA in the contest, making him the record holder for most rebounds in Team USA history. The 35-year-old averaged 16.0 points, 2.7 rebounds and 2.0 assists across 19.3 minutes per game in three group-stage appearances.

Durant tallied 23 points (8-9 FG, 5-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT) and two rebounds across 17 minutes in Team USA's 110-84 win over Serbia in the Paris Olympics on Sunday.

After missing most of the preparation period for Team USA due to a calf strain, Durant came off the bench and scored a game-high 23 points. The superstar put up 21 points on 100 percent shooting from the field in the first half alone, and proved why he is the top scorer in USA Olympic history. The 35-year-old got buckets with ease, and it would not be a surprise if he eventually slots into the starting five as the USA has three more games in the group phase. Regardless of if Durant starts, he is sure to score at will and get his fair share of playing time whether that be off the bench, or in the starting lineup.

Durant (calf) is available for Team USA's opening match of the Paris Olympics versus Serbia on Sunday, Brian Windhorst of ESPN.com reports.

After missing significant time with Team USA due to a right calf strain, Durant will suit up for Sunday's matchup. The superstar missed several practices, and he also was absent from all five of the squad's showcase games. However, Team USA will get their leading scorer back in time for the start of the group phase. The last time Durant suited up for the team was 2021 in Tokyo, during which he averaged 27.1 points, 7.0 rebounds, 4.8 assists and 1.5 blocks per game.

Coach Steve Kerr said Saturday that he expects Durant (calf) to play in the United States' opening matchup of the Paris Olympics against Serbia on Saturday, BasketNews.com reports.

Durant is dealing with a right calf strain which has held him out of several practices and five exhibition matchups. However, Team USA will likely get their top scorer back in time for the opening game of the group phase. The superstar will compete in his fourth Olympic Games for the USA, and last time in 2020 he averaged 27.1 points, 7.0 rebounds, 4.8 assists and 1.5 blocks per game.

Durant (calf) is expected to be a full participant in practice Thursday for the United States national team, Grant Afseth of SI.com reports.

After missing all five of the United States' showcase games earlier this month while recovering from the calf strain, Durant may not be cleared to play in the team's 2024 Summer Olympics opener Sunday versus Serbia, but his return to full practice suggests he should be ready for game action shortly thereafter. After Sunday's contest, the United States will face South Sudan on Wednesday.

Durant (calf) is unlikely to play for Team USA against Serbia on July 28, ESPN's Brian Windhorst reports

Durant missed every single exhibition for Team USA during their preseason showcase, and it sounds like they will continue to exercise caution during the Olympic opener. Team USA's deadline to turn in their roster is Saturday, but coach Steve Kerr has no intention of replacing Durant. It's likely Durant's earliest appearance will be July 31 against South Sudan.

Durant (calf) will not play Monday's exhibition game against Germany, Joe Vardon of The Athletic reports.

Durant was unable to take part in the preseason for Team USA ahead of the Paris Olympics, but he's trending in the right direction and has ramped up his on-court work at recent practices. He's considered day-to-day and is still planning to take part in the Olympics which begin on July 28 against Serbia.

Durant (calf) is out for Saturday's exhibition game against South Sudan, Joe Vardon of The Athletic reports.

Durant continues to deal with a calf injury but was on the floor going through pregame work ahead of Saturday's exhibition. The star forward appears on track to play in the 2024 Paris Olympics.

Durant (calf) participated in his first Team USA practice of the summer Friday in London, but he remains questionable to play in the upcoming exhibition games Saturday and Monday, Shams Charania and Joe Vardon of The Athletic report.

The 35-year-old has been sidelined for Team USA's training camp after he suffered a calf strain in early July, though he's been able to take part in individual drills. Coach Steve Kerr said Durant is still considered day-to-day but would "love for him to play in a game." Assuming Durant can avoid any setbacks, he appears on track to be available for the start of Olympic action.

Durant (calf) is expected to miss Team USA's exhibition game versus Australia on Monday, CBSSports.com reports.

Durant was absent from training camp due to his calf injury, and he also missed the USA's exhibition game against Canada on Wednesday. The USA is set to play in two more exhibition games on July 15 against Australia, and July 17 against Serbia, which the All-Star is likely to sit out of. The 35-year-old is coming off his healthiest season in the past four years, during which he averaged 27.1 points, 6.6 rebounds, 5.0 assists and 1.2 blocks in 75 regular-season games. Team USA will hope to have Durant back playing alongside Stephen Curry, LeBron James and Joel Embiid for the start of the Paris Olympics on July 28 against Serbia.

Durant (calf) is expected to play in Team USA's first game of the Paris Olympics against Serbia on July 28 but may not be available for any exhibitions, Marc J. Spears of ESPN.com reports.

Durant has yet to participate in training camp with Team USA due to a minor calf strain he suffered 10 days before the group got together in Las Vegas. The NBA superstar has already been ruled out for Wednesday's exhibition versus Canada, the first matchup between the teams since Canada beat Team USA in the 2023 FIBA World Cup's bronze medal game. The Americans sported a youthful squad for that tournament and are looking for revenge at the Olympics with a star-studded cast, including Durant, Stephen Curry, LeBron James and Joel Embiid. Following Wednesday's matchup, Team USA travels to Abu Dhabi for two exhibitions versus Australia on July 15 and Serbia on July 17.

Durant (calf) is set to miss the USA's exhibition game against Canada on Wednesday, Tim Bontemps of ESPN.com reports.

Durant has sat out four straight practices due to a calf strain he suffered 10 days before the team's training camp. However, coach Steve Kerr said Tuesday that Durant has been working hard on the side to return, and he is expected to be back for game action soon, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports. The All-Star could be back as soon as July 15 when the USA takes on Australia in an exhibition game in Abu Dhabi.

Durant is dealing with a minor calf strain and has yet to participate in Team USA's training camp, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports Sunday.

The U.S. Olympic team began practicing Saturday with Durant watching from the sidelines as he tends to a minor calf strain. The 35-year-old's absence is considered precautionary, but the issue is still worth monitoring with the Olympic Games just a few weeks away.

Durant supplied 33 points (12-17 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 7-9 FT), nine rebounds, five assists and four blocks over 46 minutes during Sunday's 122-116 loss to the Timberwolves in Game 4 of the first round of the Western Conference playoffs.

With the Suns dropping Game 4, they were swept by the Timberwolves and will fall short of their hefty expectations. According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, Durant had "persistent issues" with the offense and felt as if he was relegated to the corner too often. It will be an interesting offseason for Phoenix, to put it mildly. Durant finished the regular season with averages of 27.1 points, 6.6 rebounds, 5.0 assists, 1.2 blocks, 0.9 steals and 2.2 three-pointers.

Durant had 25 points (8-18 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 8-9 FT), four rebounds and five assists across 42 minutes during Friday's 126-109 loss to Minnesota in Game 3 of the first round of the Western Conference playoffs.

Durant bounced back from a subpar showing in Game 2, at least for his lofty standards, and he had a strong showing in Game 3, but once again, his contributions were not enough to lift the Suns to victory as Phoenix fell into an 0-3 deficit. Durant will need to be at his best if the Suns want to avoid the sweep in Game 4 on Sunday. He's averaging 24.7 points, 5.7 rebounds and 2.7 assists per game in the series.

Durant ended with 31 points (11-17 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 7-9 FT), seven rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal across 39 minutes during Saturday's 120-95 loss to Minnesota in Game 1 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals.

Durant led all Suns players in scoring and free throws made while hauling in a team-best rebound total and connecting on a pair of threes to pace Phoenix offensively in a Game 1 loss in the first round of the playoffs. Durant posted his first 30-point outing since last doing so April 3 during the regular season, notching at least 20 points and five boards in three of his final seven regular-season outings.

Durant chipped in 28 points (11-20 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 3-3 FT), five rebounds and three assists across 42 minutes during Friday's 108-107 victory over the Kings.

Although Durant didn't play a huge part in the fourth -quarter rally that brought Phoenix back into contention, he kept the team relevant with 18 of his 28 points during a disappointing first half for the rest of the team. The Suns will lean on Durant and Devin Booker in the final game against Minnesota, as a win will vault them into the last guaranteed playoff spot.

Durant ended with 21 points (8-22 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 3-5 FT), two rebounds, two assists and two steals across 40 minutes during Tuesday's 105-92 loss to the Clippers.

When the Suns' high scorer only manages 21 points, it's usually a bad sign. While Durant's night wasn't as bad as Devin Booker's awful result, he also experienced some trouble finding the bottom of the basket. He shot 36.3 percent from the floor, a total mimicking his result against the loss to the Pelicans on Wednesday. The Suns are likely bound for the play-in bracket if they can't split the tilt against the Clippers, so Durant and Booker need to step it up.

Durant provided 23 points (8-22 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four rebounds and six assists across 38 minutes during Sunday's 113-105 loss to New Orleans.

Durant's stat line looks decent at first glance, but the fact that he needed 22 shots to score 23 points is, at the very least, uncharacteristic of him. Durant has now reached the 20-point mark in eight consecutive appearances and will aim to keep that streak going against the Clippers on Tuesday.

Durant totaled 32 points (13-23 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 3-4 FT), six rebounds, seven assists and one steal over 36 minutes during Wednesday's 122-101 victory over the Cavaliers.

Durant and Devin Booker scored over 30 points in the same game, which has only occurred twice this season. While Durant is averaging 27.5 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 5.2 assists this season, the Suns need more nights like Wednesday's performance if the Suns hope to make headway in the playoffs. It's time for the Suns to deliver on their potential, and it'll be up to Durant to shoulder his load alongside Booker and Bradley Beal.

Durant contributed 26 points (10-17 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 2-3 FT), six rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal in 31 minutes during Friday's 128-103 loss to Oklahoma City.

Durant was the only player who delivered a solid performance for the Suns on Friday, leading the team in scoring despite the fact that Phoenix lost by 25 points. Durant continues to rise to the occasion every time the Suns need him, and the star forward is averaging 23.2 points, 7.1 rebounds, 3.6 assists, 1.0 steals and 1.5 blocks per game over his last 10 contests.

Durant ended with 30 points (12-20 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 3-3 FT), 13 rebounds, three assists and five blocks over 38 minutes during Wednesday's 104-97 win over Denver.

The Suns were able to flip the script after a bad loss to the Spurs. Despite the embarrassing result Monday evening, Durant has had a trio of excellent lines after some modest regression at certain points over the month of March. Every win counts for the Suns as they strive to avoid a play-in game, so expect elite numbers for Durant as the team navigates the league['s most difficult remaining schedule.

Durant racked up 29 points (12-17 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 1-2 FT), eight rebounds, six assists and one steal in 36 minutes during Monday's 104-102 loss to the Spurs.

Durant carved up San Antonio, although he delivered just five points in the final 16 minutes of Monday's game. His most notable miss came in the form of a game-winning three-point attempt, rimming out and snapping the Suns' three-game winning streak. Interestingly, Phoenix owns a mediocre 14-13 record in games when Durant scores at least 29 points.

Durant recorded 25 points (12-16 FG, 1-2 3Pt), four rebounds, four assists and three steals over 31 minutes during Saturday's 131-106 victory over the Spurs.

Durant has been extremely efficient this season, but Saturday's game was on a completely different level, as he missed just four shots from the field while also being the primary defender on Victor Wembanyama. Having to split the offensive duties with Bradley Beal and Devin Booker has resulted in a slight decrease in Durant's scoring numbers compared to previous seasons. Still, he remains a highly effective offensive weapon. On the season, Durant is averaging 27.5 points per game while shooting 52.6 percent from the field and 41.4 percent from beyond the arc.

Durant closed with 22 points (10-18 FG, 2-6 3Pt), eight rebounds, four assists and three blocks in 36 minutes during Wednesday's 115-102 victory over the 76ers.

Durant was very efficient once again, but that has been a trend with him all season long, as he has taken the next step in his evolution as one of the most efficient scorers of this generation. Durant will always have a high usage rate and will command attention from defenses, but he's been extremely efficient in picking up his spots this season. He's on pace to record a 11th consecutive season shooting 50 percent or better from the field.

Durant totaled 37 points (14-26 FG, 5-10 3Pt, 4-5 FT), eight rebounds, six assists and one steal over 39 minutes during Monday's 117-111 win over the Cavaliers.

Durant brought the Cleveland crowd flashbacks of his dominance during previous NBA Finals runs, getting to his spots and canning threes over his defenders. The Cavaliers lacking primary defender Evan Mobley (ankle) loomed large in a tight game. Durant is on a heater regardless, averaging 38.0 points, 7.3 rebounds and 4.5 assists on an astounding 26.3 shots per game while shooting 54.3 percent from the field across his last four contests.

Durant had 45 points (18-26 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 5-7 FT), 10 rebounds, six assists and one steal across 37 minutes during Saturday's 117-107 loss to the Celtics.

Durant delivered one of his best performances of the season Saturday, and aside from recording a season-high scoring mark, he also scored 40 or more points for the fifth time in the current campaign. Durant has been on an absolute tear to start the month, hitting 30 or more points in four of five March outings while reaching the 35-point plateau in the last three.

Durant registered 35 points (11-19 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 11-12 FT), three rebounds, one assist and one steal in 35 minutes during Thursday's 120-113 victory over the Raptors.

Durant mainly focused on scoring and thrived once again, hitting the 35-point mark for a second straight contest and reaching the 30-point mark for the third time across his last four outings. Durant has seen his scoring averages dip slightly compared to his previous two seasons, though that can be related to the fact he's sharing the court with Devin Booker and Bradley Beal this season. Either way, he's having another elite year on the offensive end of the court. He's averaging 28.0 points per game while shooting 52.5 percent from the field in 2023-24.

Durant logged 35 points (14-34 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 4-5 FT), eight rebounds, five assists and two blocks across 44 minutes during Tuesday's 117-107 overtime victory over the Nuggets.

Durant was ice-cold for most of the game but got back on track at the right time, scoring eight points in overtime to beat the Nuggets after blowing a 22-point lead in regulation. With Devin Booker (ankle), the Suns blew a winnable game agains the Thunder in their last contest, but bested another West rival and proved they can win while short-handed. The team is getting close to Play-In Tournament territory, and Durant will be a critical piece of the playoff push.

Durant finished with 30 points (12-19 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 5-8 FT), nine rebounds, two assists and three blocks over 39 minutes during Saturday's 118-109 loss to the Rockets.

The Suns can't seem to keep their Big Three on the court for an extended period, and when that happens, Durant often steps up to carry the Suns offensively. That's what happened Saturday, as Bradley Beal was ejected and Devin Booker left the game in the fourth quarter with an ankle injury, meaning Durant had to burden a heavy load once again. The star forward delivered, though, and recorded his 21st outing with 30 or more points this season. Durant should remain a focal point on offense for the Suns, regardless of whether Booker returns in time to face the Thunder on Sunday in the second half of this back-to-back set.

Durant ended Thursday's 110-105 victory over the Rockets with 24 points (8-19 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 7-10 FT), seven rebounds and six assists over 40 minutes.

Durant didn't have his best shooting performance and once again struggled from deep, but it seems that won't matter much from time to time. Durant is simply too talented to make his presence felt in every game as long as he remains healthy. Durant is on the verge of reaching 10 straight games with 20 or more points.

Durant registered 28 points (10-22 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 7-10 FT), 11 rebounds, eight assists, two blocks and one steal in 38 minutes during Friday's 114-110 loss to Houston.

Durant made history Friday and climbed to ninth place on the NBA's all-time scoring list, but his efforts were not enough to lift the Suns to victory in this Western Conference battle. Durant has scored at least 20 points in seven games in a row, a span in which he's averaging 26.7 points per game while shooting 51 percent from the field. Even though he has to share the ball and the scoring load with Devin Booker and Bradley Beal (hamstring) when the latter is available, Durant hasn't suffered a sizable dip in his fantasy numbers compared to recent years.

Durant finished Thursday's 123-113 loss to the Mavericks with 23 points (9-22 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 3-5 FT), six rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal in 40 minutes.

The 35-year-old forward picked up right where he'd left off prior to the All-Star break, scoring 20 or more points for the sixth straight game and the ninth time in the last 10, Durant is averaging 26.5 points, 7.6 boards, 5.2 assists, 2.2 threes, 1.5 blocks and 1.3 steals over that latter stretch while shooting 55.1 percent from the floor.

Durant amassed 25 points (8-13 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 8-8 FT), six rebounds, six assists, two blocks and one steal over 30 minutes during Wednesday's 116-100 victory over the Pistons.

Durant led all players in Wednesday's contest in scoring and free throws made while notching a half-dozen rebounds and assists to go along with a pair of blocks in a well-rounded performance that spanned 30 minutes. Durant has recorded at least 25 points, five rebounds and five assists in 13 games this season, including in two of his last four contests. He has now surpassed the 20-point mark in five straight contests.

Durant closed with 28 points (11-17 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 4-6 FT), 11 rebounds, four assists and one steal across 38 minutes during Tuesday's 130-125 victory over Sacramento.

Durant led all Suns players in scoring and rebounds while adding a quartet of assists in a well-rounded double-double performance. Durant and teammate Devin Booker stepped up for Phoenix offensively with fellow star Bradley Beal leaving the game due to injury, something that will have to continue while Beal is sidelined. Durant has tallied at least 25 points and 10 rebounds in four games this season, now tallying a double-double in 12 contests.

Durant notched 24 points (10-25 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 10 rebounds, seven assists, two blocks and one steal over 39 minutes during Saturday's 113-112 loss to the Warriors.

The veteran forward produced his second double-double in the last three games and his 10th of the season. Durant has been on fire at both ends of the court over the last month -- he's recorded at least one block in 14 straight games, averaging 26.6 points, 7.1 boards, 5.4 assists, 2.6 threes, 1.8 blocks and 1.1 steals over that stretch while shooting 55.7 percent from the floor and 40.7 percent from long distance.

Durant registered 31 points (14-23 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 1-1 FT), eight rebounds, seven assists, two blocks and three steals over 35 minutes during Thursday's 129-115 win over the Jazz.

Devin Booker sat out Thursday due to a hip injury, leaving Durant as the team's clear centerpiece on offense. The superstar forward unsurprisingly responded with a team-high 31 points on a 14-for-23 shooting line and added a healthy dose of boards and assists. Durant also contributed a nice defensive stat line, and he's now blocked at least one shot in 13 straight contests. On the season, Durant is averaging 28.4 points, 6.5 rebounds, 5.7 dimes, 2.3 three-pointers, 1.3 swats and 0.9 steals over 37.1 minutes across 45 games.

Durant contributed 28 points (11-21 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 5-7 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one steal over 39 minutes during Tuesday's 114-106 victory over the Bucks.

Durant took advantage of Brook Lopez's absence and made several plays in the paint. It didn't matter who was filling in, as Robin Lopez and Bobby Portis had their hands full with Jusuf Nurkic also holding court under the basket. Whenever Durant had an open lane, he was able to contend against Giannis Antetokounmpo and slash inside for easy shots. Durant will now enjoy a couple of nights at home after a 4-3 run over seven away games.

Durant ended with 18 points (7-9 FG, 3-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four rebounds, three assists, one block and two steals across 26 minutes during Sunday's 140-112 victory over Washington.

Durant spent limited time on the court due to the blowout nature of Sunday's game, but still ended as one of four Suns in double figures in scoring while connecting on a trio of threes and notching a team-high-tying pair of steals. Durant played in a season-low minute total, just the second time this year he has played in less than 30 minutes. In both of those games, which were blowout wins, Durant still finished with at least 18 points, three rebounds and three assists.

Durant provided 35 points (14-24 FG, 5-9 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds, eight assists, one block and two steals across 38 minutes during Friday's 129-120 loss to Atlanta.

Durant's 5-for-9 shooting from deep matched his second-largest three-point volume of the season while representing his second game with five-plus made threes this season. His versatility was on display as well, with Friday being his 10th game with at least eight assists this year.

Durant had 33 points (10-16 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 11-12 FT), five rebounds, eight assists and two blocks over 38 minutes during Wednesday's 136-120 victory over the Nets.

Playing his first game in Brooklyn since he was traded from the Nets to Phoenix at the trade deadline last year, Durant led all players in the contest in scoring and tied for the lead in assists with teammate Devin Booker. The superstar forward got to his hefty point total on an efficient 10-of-16 shooting line from the field, marking the seventh time in his past eight games that he's made at least half of his field-goal tries. Durant had been taking a bit of a backseat on offense to Booker of late, averaging a modest 16.8 points over the Suns' previous four contests while Booker averaged 43.5 points during the same span, but Durant's season averages of 28.4 points, 6.4 rebounds, 5.8 assists, 2.2 triples and 1.3 blocks prove that he can be plenty productive even while sharing the court with another offensively dominant star.

Durant registered 20 points (8-15 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds, seven assists, two blocks and one steal in 42 minutes during Monday's 118-105 win over the Heat.

While he's allowed Devin Booker to take center stage on offense over the last week, Durant is still delivering strong fantasy performances. Since returning from a hamstring injury that cost him three games in early January, the 35-year-old forward is averaging 24.6 points, 6.8 boards, 4.9 assists, 2.4 threes, 1.5 blocks and 0.8 steals through 12 contests while shooting 54.5 percent from the floor and 40.8 percent from beyond the arc.

Durant contributed 15 points (7-12 FG, 1-3 3Pt), four rebounds, five assists and one block in 37 minutes during Sunday's 113-98 loss to Orlando.

Durant has not been at his best of late and has failed to clear the 20-point mark in each of his last three outings, including two games in that span in which he couldn't even surpass the 15-point mark. He's not sacrificing efficiency, so it seems this is just a matter of him seeing fewer touches to accommodate the other offensive stars in the current scheme. Even with the slight decline in production, Durant remains one of the best scoring forces in the league. He's averaging 25.0 points per game while shooting 54.5 percent from the field in 11 outings this month.

Durant totaled 20 points (9-16 FG, 2-4 3Pt), seven rebounds, six assists, one block and one steal across 39 minutes during Friday's 133-131 loss to the Pacers.

Durant took a back seat to Devin Booker, with the former scoring 62 points in Friday's loss. For the second time in four games, Durant did not register a free throw attempt, though he did lead the team in assists and rebounds. Durant is averaging 26.0 points on 54.6 percent shooting (including 41.3 percent from three), 6.9 rebounds, 4.7 assists and 1.5 blocks across 37.3 minutes per game in January.

Durant finished Wednesday's 132-109 win over Dallas with 12 points (4-10 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 4-7 FT), 10 rebounds, seven assists, two blocks and one steal over 38 minutes.

Durant's 10 field-goal attempts were his fewest of the campaign, and he failed to knock down a three-pointer for just the third time this season. In addition, the superstar forward uncharacteristically struggled from the free-throw line and was outshined on offense by teammate Devin Booker, who put up 46 points. However, Durant managed to make an impact despite his low scoring output, pacing Phoenix with 10 boards and tying for the team lead with seven assists. His double-double was his first over his past eight games.

Durant finished Monday's 115-113 victory over the Bulls with 43 points (16-32 FG, 6-15 3Pt, 5-6 FT), six rebounds, eight assists, two blocks and one steal across 41 minutes.

Durant had a muted performance in the first half, scoring just 13 points on 4-for-13 shooting while missing all six of his attempts from three-point range. However, the reigning Western Conference Player of the Week came alive after halftime, going 12-of-19 following the break en route to 30 points. He saved his most impactful moment for last, knocking down the game-winning 17-footer with 1.6 seconds remaining despite having to adjust the shot to avoid the reach of multiple Chicago defenders. Durant's big second half helped him post his second straight 40-point game, the first time he has reached that mark in consecutive contests this season.

Durant had 40 points (18-25 FG, 4-7 3Pt), nine rebounds, two assists and three blocks over 40 minutes during Sunday's 117-110 victory over Indiana.

Durant led all players in Sunday's contest in scoring, threes made and blocks while ending one rebound short of a double-double to spark Phoenix in an all-around performance. Durant has tallied 40 or more points in three games this season, doing so for the first time since recording 40 points Dec. 19 against Portland. Durant has now hauled in at least nine boards in eight outings.

Durant recorded 27 points (7-16 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 9-9 FT), five rebounds, four assists and two blocks over 39 minutes during Tuesday's 119-117 victory over the Kings.

Durant has reached the 20-point mark in four of his last five appearances following his three-game absence due to a hamstring problem, and the star forward continues to be a productive scorer despite the fact he has to share the ball with two other stars in Devin Booker and Bradley Beal. Durant has been extremely efficient as well, making 51.2 percent of his shots in that five-game stretch.

Durant provided 21 points (8-16 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 3-3 FT), five rebounds and six assists across 38 minutes during Sunday's 127-116 win over the Trail Blazers.

Durant has failed to reach the 25-point mark in three of his last four outings since returning from a hamstring problem that sidelined him from three games, so there's a chance he's still not at his 100 percent. Durant will try to bounce back and get back to his regular scoring figures against the Kings on Tuesday.

Durant had 18 points (7-12 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, five assists, one block and three steals over 32 minutes during Thursday's 127-109 victory over the Lakers.

The veteran forward took a back seat to Bradley Beal (37 points and eight made threes) and Devin Booker (31 points) on the offensive end, but Durant compensated by tying his season high in steals. After missing the first three games of January with a hamstring injury, Durant has averaged 23.7 points, 7.3 boards, 4.0 assists, 1.7 threes, 1.0 steals and 1.0 blocks in three games since returning to the lineup.

Durant logged 30 points (10-17 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 7-8 FT), seven rebounds, two assists and one block in 35 minutes during Monday's 138-111 loss to the Clippers.

Durant did much of his damage in the first half, when he posted 20 points on 7-for-11 shooting. The star forward couldn't quite keep up with that production after halftime, though that was largely due to his shot volume dropping. Durant nonetheless recorded his 15th game of at least 30 points on the season, and he ranks fifth in the NBA with 29.6 points per contest.

Durant (hamstring) is good to go for Monday's game against the Clippers, ESPN's Ohm Youngmisuk reports.

No surprise here, as Durant was carrying a probable tag prior to this update. Considering Durant played 36 minutes Sunday night, his hamstring must've responded well to his return to action.

Durant (hamstring) is probable for Monday's game against the Clippers.

Durant returned to action Sunday following a three-game absence due to a hamstring injury, posting 23 points (11-23 FG), 10 rebounds and five assists in 36 minutes. He was reportedly going to have his playing time limited during his return, but that wasn't the case. Surprisingly, the veteran superstar is expected to suit up again for the second night of Phoneix's back-to-back set, but the Suns may keep a closer eye on his playing time Monday.

Durant (hamstring) played 36 minutes in Sunday's 121-115 loss to the Grizzlies, finishing with 23 points (11-23 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-1 FT), 10 rebounds, five assists and one block.

Though head coach Frank Vogel told Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic prior to Sunday's contest that Durant would be on a playing-time restriction, the veteran forward finished roughly in line with his season-long average of 37.1 minutes per game in his return from a three-game absence due to the hamstring strain. Durant turned in a relatively standard line and didn't appear to be hampered by the hamstring during his time on the court, though the Suns could nonetheless exercise caution with the 35-year-old and hold him out for the second leg of the back-to-back set Monday versus the Clippers. The Suns have yet to formally clarify Durant's status for that game.

Durant will be on a minutes restriction for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Although Durant has been cleared to return from a three-game absence against Memphis, his workload will be monitored in the first half of a back-to-back set. Coach Frank Vogel didn't reveal a specific range of minutes that Durant could play, but Chimezie Metu could be in line for a few more minutes than usual despite coming off the bench.

Durant (hamstring) is available for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies.

Durant missed the last three games due to a hamstring injury and was considered a game-time decision for Sunday's matchup. However, he's been cleared to return after participating in pregame warmups. He's averaged 24.6 points, 8.2 assists and 6.8 rebounds in 39.2 minutes per game over his last five appearances, but it's unclear whether he'll face any restrictions against Memphis.

Durant (hamstring) is considered questionable for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.

Durant is in danger of missing his fourth straight game due to a lingering hamstring issue. More clarity on his status will come after he tests things out during pregame warmups. If the veteran star ultimately sits out again, Chimezie Metu would presumably be in line for another start.

Durant (hamstring) will not play in Friday's game versus Miami, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Durant will sit for a third straight game Friday, but he's said to be getting closer to a return. He was able to go through a limited practice on Thursday, and he remains day-to-day. Chimezie Metu could be looking at another start Friday, but he's coming off a rough showing Wednesday against the Clippers in which he was limited to 15 minutes.

Durant, who's listed as questionable due to a hamstring injury, wasn't getting shots up after the team's morning shootaround ahead of Friday's game against the Heat, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Durant has missed back-to-back games due to a right hamstring strain and is in danger of missing a third straight. His lack of basketball activities Friday morning is a bit concerning, but he was working working strength and conditioning coaches, so he wasn't completely inactive. Durant's official availability likely won't be known until shortly before the 9 p.m. ET tipoff versus Miami.

Durant (hamstring) is officially listed as questionable for Friday's game versus Miami, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Durant went through a non-contact, partial practice Thursday, and he'll walk away from it with a questionable tag. This is great news for the Suns, as Durant has missed the past two games due to a hamstring strain that was previously described as soreness. There is likely to be another update following Friday's morning shootaround. In addition to Durant, Eric Gordon (knee) and Nassir Little (knee) are also questionable.

Durant (hamstring) went through a no-contact, partial practice Thursday, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Durant has missed Phoenix's last two contests due to right hamstring soreness. While the superstar forward's practice limitations are a bad sign of his availability for Friday's matchup with Miami, fantasy managers should look out for an official injury report.

Durant (hamstring) is considered day-to-day, Law Murray of The Athletic reports. Durant has already been ruled out for Wednesday's contest.

After missing the closing leg of the Suns' back-to-back set Sunday with right hamstring soreness, he was designated as out on PHoenix's initial injury report Wednesday. While it doesn't seem like the injury should keep him out long-term, his day-to-day tag certainly puts Durant's availability in question for Friday's game against Miami.

Durant (hamstring) will not play in Wednesday's game against the Clippers.

Durant missed Monday's game versus Portland which was the second leg of a back-to-back set, but his "out" designation for Wednesday suggests that it was more than just a maintenance day. With Durant sidelined for a second straight game, this could be another opportunity for Chimezie Metu and Bol Bol. Metu started Monday's game and had 14 points, five rebounds, one assist, one steal and two three-pointers, while Bol had 11 points, nine rebounds, one assist and one triple in 20 minutes off the bench.

Durant has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Trail Blazers due to right hamstring soreness, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Durant played 39 minutes in Sunday's win over the Magic, recording 31 points (12-21 FG), five rebounds, five assists, three steals and one block. However, he'll take a seat for the second half of a back-to-back set to manage a hamstring injury, which is new for him. Nassir Little, Chimezie Metu, Josh Okogie, Keita Bates-Diop and Yuta Watanabe are candidates for increased roles, but Bradley Beal and Devin Booker should run the offense.

Durant notched 31 points (12-21 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 5-5 FT), five rebounds, five assists, one block and three steals in 39 minutes during Sunday's 112-107 win over the Magic.

Durant led the Suns in scoring in this tight win over the Magic, and while he also made his presence felt in other areas, there's no question his role as a scoring threat is pivotal for his fantasy upside. Durant is averaging 27.9 points, 6.8 assists and 5.4 rebounds per game since the start of December.

Durant accumulated 21 points (8-11 FG, 3-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, 11 assists, three blocks and one steal across 39 minutes during Friday's 133-119 victory over the Hornets.

Durant delivered double-digit assists for the second straight game, leading the Suns to a relatively comfortable win. He has recorded a combined 27 assists in the past two games, a nice bonus for anyone lucky enough to have him on their roster. He is the seventh-ranked player in nine-category leagues this season, averaging 29.8 points, 6.2 rebounds, 6.1 assists, 2.2 three-pointers and 1.9 combined steals and blocks. Barring an injury, Durant should remain a solid first-round asset moving forward.

Durant totaled 16 points (4-11 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 7-7 FT), eight rebounds, seven assists and one block over 43 minutes during Monday's 128-114 loss to the Mavericks.

Durant might have ended two rebounds and three assists away from a triple-double, but he struggled badly from the field, and his shooting woes certainly played a role in Phoenix losing to Dallas after a second-half comeback and a subsequent fourth-quarter meltdown from the Suns. Durant can be prone to having poor shooting efforts from time to time, but he will try to bounce back when the Suns take on the Rockets on Wednesday.

Durant had 28 points (9-14 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 8-9 FT), seven rebounds, two assists and one steal in 34 minutes during Friday's 120-105 loss to the Kings.

The Suns had no way to compete with the Kings and the game was pretty much over by the time the fourth quarter started, but Durant never backed down and delivered a solid stat line across the board. Durant has entrenched himself as Phoenix's main offensive threat ahead of Devin Booker, and he's averaging 30.2 points per game over his last 10 appearances. In other words, this means his numbers have not taken a hit despite sharing the court with another high-usage player in Booker, who has had to adjust in order to accommodate Durant into the offensive scheme.

Durant had 40 points (16-28 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 7-8 FT), four rebounds, five assists and two steals over 38 minutes during Tuesday's 109-104 loss to the Trail Blazers.

Durant's explosive game wasn't enough to upend the Trail Blazers, who finally put the pieces together after a seven-game losing streak. Durant was one point shy of his season-high, and he also turned in his second-highest shot volume of the season.

Durant finished Sunday's 112-108 win over the Wizards with 28 points (11-24 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 6-9 FT), five rebounds, five assists, one block and one steal across 35 minutes.

Durant posted another solid number in his second game back from a two-game absence. The All-Star also matched his best three-point performance of the season with four drilled shots from downtown. Durant had seven consecutive games with 30-plus points before his absence, and it's only a matter of time before he'll be back at that level again.

Durant racked up 29 points (10-21 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 5-7 FT), three rebounds and six assists across 36 minutes during Friday's 139-122 loss to the Knicks.

Durant's excellent performance wasn't enough to stem the Knicks' offensive explosion, spurred by a stellar game from Jalen Brunson. Based on the past two games, Durant's ankle injury seems to be behind him, The only spot where he needs some improvement is off the glass, as he's averaging only 4.5 rebounds per game since his return.

Durant produced 27 points (9-18 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 8-10 FT), six rebounds, four assists, two blocks and one steal in 38 minutes during Wednesday's 116-112 loss to the Nets.

Durant missed Phoenix's prior two games due to an ankle injury, but the brief time off didn't seem to create any rust. The superstar forward shot well from the field and the charity stripe while finishing second on the Suns with 27 points. After being held to 18 points in a season-opening win against the Warriors, Durant has posted at least 25 points in 19 straight contests since. He ranks fourth in the NBA with 30.8 points per game.

Durant (ankle) will play in Wednesday's matchup against the Nets, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Durant has missed two consecutive contests with a sprained left ankle, but he's been cleared to take on the Nets. Wednesday's contest is set to mark the first time that Durant, Bradley Beal and Devin Booker will share the floor. Despite the absence, Durant won't be under a minutes restriction per Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com.

Durant (ankle) is probable for Wednesday's game versus the Nets, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

After missing the previous two games with an ankle injury, Durant is expected to suit up Wednesday. If the superstar forward is upgraded to available, he will likely replace Chimezie Metu in the starting five. Durant will have an opportunity to play alongside Devin Booker and Bradley Beal for the first time this season.

Durant (ankle) is considered day-to-day, and coach Frank Vogel won't rule him out from playing Wednesday against the Nets, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Although there's a chance Durant could play Wednesday, Vogel hinted that it's more likely we see him return Friday against the Knicks. Durant tested the ankle Tuesday with some isolation drills, but he didn't feel comfortable enough to play versus Golden State.

Durant (ankle) will not play in Tuesday's game against the Warriors.

Durant will miss his second straight game Tuesday, and his status for Wednesday against the Nets is in the air. Durant is at least considered day-to-day, as he was able to get in a limited practice Monday. Coach Frank Vogel also said that he doesn't believe this will be a long-term injury. With Durant sidelined, Bradley Beal could step into a massive role in his return from a back issue.

Durant (ankle) was a limited participant in practice Monday and is questionable for Tuesday's matchup versus the Warriors, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.

Durant missed Friday's loss to the Kings and didn't practice Sunday, but he took a step forward with limited participation Monday. However, Grayson Allen (groin) was also limited and has been ruled out for Tuesday. If Durant is cleared to suit up, it'll be the first time Durant, Bradley Beal and Devin Booker will share the court this year.

Durant (ankle) didn't practice Sunday, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.

Durant missed Friday's game due to a right ankle sprain and may be sidelined again Tuesday versus Golden State. His official status for that contest will be released Monday afternoon. While Durant isn't trending in the right direction, Bradley Beal (back) is. The latter has missed 12 straight games due to a back strain but logged multiple full practices in recent days.

Durant has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Kings due to an ankle sprain, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Durant appeared in each of the Suns' last four games and didn't appear to have significant limitations, as he averaged 29.5 points, 6.5 assists and 4.3 rebounds in 36.0 minutes per game. He'll be unavailable for at least one matchup, which could lead to increased run for Keita Bates-Diop and Nassir Little.

Durant ended with 31 points (12-17 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 3-4 FT), seven rebounds, four assists and one block over 39 minutes during Tuesday's 106-103 loss to the Lakers.

Durant did it all for Phoenix in a losing effort, leading the team in scoring while connecting on a team-high-tying mark from three and posting his eighth game with 30 or more points over his last 10 contests. Durant, who scored 22 of his 31 points in the second half, has recorded at least 30 points, seven rebounds and four assists in three games this season.

Durant contributed 27 points (10-14 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 5-7 FT), two rebounds, five assists, one block and one steal in 33 minutes during Saturday's 116-109 victory over the Grizzlies.

Durant was coming off a struggling shooting display against the Nuggets on Friday, but he bounced back less than 24 hours after that loss and delivered an excellent display in an easy win for the Suns. Durant is one of the most consistent scorers in the league, and an off night will not affect his fantasy upside, as he remains one of the best offensive weapons in the league. The numbers back that up, as Durant is averaging 32.4 points per game over his last 10 appearances.

Durant closed with 30 points (8-25 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 13-13 FT), four rebounds, 11 assists, three blocks and one steal across 36 minutes during Friday's 119-111 loss to the Nuggets.

On paper, Durant had another strong showing with his 11th 30-point performance of the campaign. However, the star forward -- and one of the greatest scorers the NBA has ever seen -- didn't make a single field goal in the second half and failed to convert several good looks in the forth quarter when the Suns were pushing for a comeback. Durant is not expected to be fazed by one rough stretch, however, and fantasy managers should trust him to bounce back against a struggling Grizzlies team on Saturday.

Durant supplied 30 points (11-30 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 6-6 FT), four rebounds, six assists and one steal in 36 minutes during Wednesday's 112-105 loss to the Raptors.

The 35-year-old superstar had missed the prior two games with a foot injury, and Durant tried to make up for lost time by attempting a season-high 30 shots. While he was far from efficient with that volume, he did extend his streak of games with at least 30 points to six and his streak of games with multiple three-pointers to nine. Durant is mostly thriving to begin his first full season with the Suns, and his 31.3 points per game would be his highest average since he led the NBA with 32.0 PPG in 2013-14 for the Thunder.

Durant (foot) is available for Wednesday's game versus the Raptors, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Durant has been upgraded from probable to available Wednesday after missing the previous two games with a right foot contusion. The superstar forward will likely reclaim his starting spot from Keita Bates-Diop.

Durant (foot) is questionable to play Wednesday against Toronto.

Durant is dealing with a right foot contusion, which has caused him to miss Phoenix's last two games. Meanwhile, Keita Bates-Diop has logged two starts in his place, averaging 7.5 points, 5.5 rebounds, 1.5 assists, 1.5 blocks and 1.5 steals in 26.0 minutes per game.

Durant (foot) practiced Tuesday, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Durant missed his first game of the season Sunday due to right foot soreness, but his return to practice is a good sign. Coach Frank Vogel said the team will wait to see how the superstar forward responds to Tuesday's practice before determining his availability for Wednesday's matchup versus Toronto, meaning Durant will likely be a game-time decision.

Durant (foot) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Knicks.

Durant missed his first game of the season Friday against the Grizzlies due to a sore right foot and was considered a game-time decision for Sunday's matchup. Although he'll be unavailable for a second consecutive game, he'll have a few days to rest before the Suns face Toronto on Wednesday. Josh Okogie and Keita Bates-Diop are candidates for increased run in Durant's absence.

Durant (foot) will be a game-time decision Sunday against New York, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Durant is dealing with right foot soreness, which caused him to miss his first game of the season Friday against Memphis. Durant will test his foot in pregame warm-ups prior to his status being determined. Grayson Allen (illness) joins Bradley Beal (back) as inactive Sunday, so Josh Okogie and Keita Bates-Diop could be busy if Durant is unable to suit up.

Durant (foot) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Knicks.

Durant missed his first game of the season Friday against Memphis, but the questionable tag suggests that he is day-to-day. Devin Booker put on a show in Durant's absence Friday, while Eric Gordon saw a considerable bump in usage. Keita Bates-Diop started in Durant's absence, scoring six points with four rebounds, one assist and two blocks in 24 minutes.

Durant (foot) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Grizzlies.

Durant was a late addition to the injury report and will ultimately miss his first game of the season due to right foot soreness. The MVP candidate's next chance to suit up will come Sunday in New York. In Durant's absence, Devin Booker, Grayson Allen and Eric Gordon should handle increased playmaking duties, while Keita Bates-Diop and Nassir Little could see more minutes in the frontcourt.

Durant is questionable for Friday's matchup against the Grizzlies due to right foot soreness.

Durant wasn't on previous injury reports leading up to Friday morning, so his status is a surprise. Between absences to teammates Devin Booker and Bradley Beal (back) throughout the start of the season, Durant has been putting up MVP-caliber numbers of 31.4 points on 53/52/89 shooting, 7.1 rebounds, 5.5 assists and 1.2 blocks in 36.9 minutes. However, a matchup against the 3-11 Grizzlies does present itself as an opportunity for the 35-year-old to rest. If Durant is sidelined, more usage should go to Devin Booker, Grayson Allen, Eric Gordon and other playmakers, while forwards such as Keita Bates-Diop and Nassir Little could see more minutes.

Durant accumulated 31 points (13-21 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 3-3 FT), four rebounds, nine assists and one block across 37 minutes during Tuesday's 120-107 victory over the Trail Blazers.

Durant passed Elvin Hayes for 11th on the all-time scoring list in his 1,000th game. The All-Star was one assist shy of his fourth double-double of the season and has averaged 33..4 points, 7.6 assists, 7.2 rebounds and 1.2 blocked shots over his past five games.

Durant had 39 points (14-27 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 7-7 FT), eight rebounds, 10 assists, two blocks and two steals over 46 minutes during Sunday's 140-137 double-overtime victory over the Jazz.

This was already Durant's third game of the campaign with at least 39 points, as he continues to put the shorthanded Suns on his back. He's been on a tear over the last five games, averaging 34.8 points, 8.2 rebounds, 6.8 assists, 1.0 blocks and 3.8 three-pointers.

Durant posted 38 points (15-22 FG, 6-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), nine rebounds and nine assists over 33 minutes during Friday's 131-128 win over the Jazz.

Durant hasn't posted a double-double since Oct. 26, but he came close to that mark Friday while also nearly posting a triple-double. Even if he's fallen just short of the double-double marker on several occasions, he's remained a solid contributor in multiple areas. Durant has topped 30 points in five of his last seven appearances and has averaged 33.1 points, 7.4 rebounds and 5.9 assists in 36.6 minutes per game during that time.

Durant amassed 31 points (11-15 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 7-7 FT), six rebounds, six assists and one block over 35 minutes during Wednesday's 133-115 win over the Timberwolves.

Durant missed just four shots from the field Wednesday, and he benefited from the return of Devin Booker, which shifted the defense's focus to other players outside of him. Durant has been excellent for the Suns so far, playing in every game and reaching the 30-point mark in four of his last six appearances.

Durant tallied 28 points (7-18 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 11-11 FT), nine rebounds, four assists, two blocks and one steal across 36 minutes in Sunday's 111-99 loss to the Thunder.

Durant's shooting accuracy from the field was a little beneath his usual standard, but he made up for it by the perfect showing from the free-throw line on heavy volume while also converting at a strong clip from three-point land. The Suns have limped to a 4-6 start to the season, but the team has yet to play a game with all of Durant, Bradley Beal and Devin Booker (calf). Booker was listed as doubtful ahead of Sunday and could be ready to return from a five-game absence Wednesday against the Timberwolves, at which point the Suns could be ready to start their charge up the Western Conference standings in earnest. Booker's imminent return may translate into a small downturn in Durant's scoring and playmaking opportunities, however; Durant is averaging 30.0 points and 4.6 assists through Phoenix's first 10 games.

Durant supplied 25 points (7-16 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 9-9 FT), six rebounds, nine assists, one block and two steals over 42 minutes during Wednesday's 116-115 overtime win over the Bulls.

Grayson Allen led the Suns in scoring and Jusuf Nurkic had one of his best games of the season, so Durant took a step back from being an offensive juggernaut and focused on the playmaking department, as evidenced by his season-high nine assists. Durant still extended his streak of 25 or more points to seven contests and should remain an elite fantasy alternative regardless of the format and even when he's not deployed as the Suns' main scoring option.

Durant chipped in 41 points (14-27 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 12-12 FT), four rebounds, five assists, two blocks and one steal in 35 minutes during Sunday's 120-106 victory over the Pistons.

The Suns needed Durant to step his game up following the injuries of Devin Booker (calf) and Bradley Beal (back), with the latter yet to make his season debut, and as is often the case with him, Durant responded when needed. The 41 points represented a season-high mark for Durant, who has enjoyed a very high usage rate as the Suns' primary scorer and ball handler, and while that will change once one of Booker or Beal -- or both -- returns, his role as a scoring machine won't. He has scored at least 26 points in six games in a row while topping the 30-point plateau in the last two.

Durant closed Saturday's 112-100 loss to the 76ers with 31 points (9-20 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 12-14 FT), eight rebounds, three assists, two blocks and one steal in 36 minutes. He also had five turnovers.

Durant was the only Suns' player to exceed 13 points on Saturday. Durant's production has been impervious to the absences of Devin Booker (foot) and Bradley Beal (back), but Phoenix is on a three-game losing streak and the heavy burden is likely beginning to tax Durant. Despite facilitating normally being a quality secondary skill, Durant has compiled an 11:13 AST:TO ratio over the last three games.

Durant notched 28 points (10-15 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 5-9 FT), six rebounds, one assist and two blocks in 37 minutes during Thursday's 132-121 loss to the Spurs.

The 35-year-old forward has scored at least 26 points in four straight games, and the return of Devin Booker from a toe injury Thursday didn't slow Durant down. Bradley Beal (back) has yet to make his Phoenix debut, so it's not clear how the trio might co-exist once he does, but Durant could be the focal point of the offense regardless given that he hasn't averaged below 25 points a game since he was a rookie in 2007-08.

Durant chipped in 26 points (12-19 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), two rebounds, seven assists and two steals across 37 minutes during Tuesday's 115-114 loss to the Spurs.

Durant surpassed the 25-point mark for the third game in a row and continues to operate as the Suns' main scoring threat, though he has had to embrace a bigger responsibility in the playmaking department with both Bradley Beal (back) and Devin Booker (foot) out. That should be the case going forward, and with his two All-Star teammates sidelined, Durant should remain Phoenix's go-to player on offense and with an extreme high floor.

Durant posted 26 points (8-11 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 9-9 FT), four rebounds, seven assists, one block and one steal across 29 minutes during Saturday's 126-104 victory over the Jazz.

Durant had the best point differential on the team with plus-30 and scored 12 of his 26 points in the third quarter to help close out the game. He's been the lone All-Star on Phoenix to play all three games this season with Devin Booker (foot) missing the last two games and Bradley Beal (back) yet to see the court. Durant's usage early in the season will be worth monitoring considering he's 35 years old and has played 989 regular season games.

Durant ended Thursday's 100-95 loss to the Lakers with 39 points (14-28 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 10-13 FT), 11 rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal across 39 minutes.

Durant and LeBron James squared off against each other for the first time since 2018, and it was a treat to watch two of the game's greats battle it out. Durant carried the team to a sizable lead through three quarters without the assistance of Devin Booker (foot) and Bradley Beal (back), but the cracks in the armor showed down the stretch as the Lakers mounted a balanced rally to take the win. Once the Suns are fully healthy, Durant won't need to put the team on his shoulders, but he did what he had to do to keep the Suns competitive.

Durant provided 18 points (7-22 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 3-5 FT), 10 rebounds, three assists and one block across 37 minutes during Tuesday's 108-104 victory over the Warriors.

Durant was welcomed to the Chase Center with a video highlighting his tenure with the Warriors, but he spoiled his former team's home opener with a solid performance. Durant's shot was a little off-center, but a standout moment was a step-back three while drawing a foul, adding to the many and-ones that occurred during the game. Bradley Beal's arrival into the first unit should make the Suns even more potent, and Durant will benefit from his presence.

Durant tallied 21 points (8-14 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 3-4 FT), four rebounds and two assists in 17 minutes during Thursday's 123-100 preseason win over the Lakers.

Durant led the Suns in scoring during Thursday's victory despite playing the fewest minutes of any starter. The superstar forward put in his last preseason work before the regular season starts on Oct. 24. Durant will certainly see his minutes ramp up but could receive a slightly reduced workload if the Suns opt to somewhat rest his legs in order to keep him healthy for the playoffs.

Durant recorded 19 points (6-10 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 6-7 FT), three rebounds and four assists across 15 minutes during Monday's 117-106 win over the Trail Blazers.

Durant appears to be fully healthy, which is a good sign for a player who has a hard time staying on the court. Although Durant's place as one of the NBA's elite players is unquestioned, he's played in only 102 games over the past two seasons. Durant has solid support around him this season, and the presence of Devin Booker, Bradley Beal and Jusuf Nurkic will allow the 34-year-old to settle into a role where he isn't putting the team on his shoulders. Those drafting Durant should keep his propensity for injury into consideration when picking depth behind him.

Durant recorded 16 points (6-15 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six assists and four rebounds in a 122-111 victory versus the Trail Blazers in a preseason game Thursday.

Durant didn't shoot particularly well, but he led Phoenix in assists and didn't commit any turnovers. The star forward netted 12 points in the Suns' preseason opener before sitting out with a rest day in the team's second exhibition contest. He's poised to lead an impressive Phoenix starting five that also includes Devin Booker and Bradley Beal as the franchise sets its sights on its first NBA title.

Durant (rest) will suit up for Thursday's preseason game against the Trail Blazers, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Durant, Devin Booker and Bradley Beal all rested during Tuesday's exhibition game, but they'll be back in action for Thursday's matchup. However, Durant saw limited minutes during Sunday's preseason opener, so it's possible his playing time is monitored once again with the regular-season opener just under two weeks away.

Durant won't play Tuesday against the Nuggets for rest purposes, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.

Durant, Devin Booker and Bradley Beal will all be sidelined Tuesday after playing limited minutes during Sunday's preseason opener. Durant's next chance to suit up will arrive Thursday in Portland.

Coach Frank Vogel said Friday that Durant will play limited minutes during Sunday's preseason opener against the Pistons, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.

Vogel said the plan is for the starters to "get their feet wet," so it sounds like Durant, Devin Booker, Bradley Beal and Jusuf Nurkic will all see at least some playing time. While they won't see major minutes Sunday, this newly-formed unit will presumably get plenty of run throughout the preseason to ensure they have at least some chemistry heading into the regular season.

Durant supplied 23 points (8-19 FG, 7-7 FT), five rebounds, five assists and one block in 37 minutes during Thursday's 125-100 loss to the Nuggets in Game 6 of the Western Conference Semifinals.

Durant led an anemic Suns offense in this game, but his efforts were not enough to lead Phoenix to a decisive Game 7. Durant was healthy during the entire playoff run, and there's no question that was positive given all the injury woes that plagued him throughout the campaign, but he couldn't carry the Suns to a title, which was the main reason Phoenix acquired him before the trade deadline in the first place. Durant ends the playoffs with averages of 29.0 points, 8.7 rebounds and 5.5 assists across 42.3 minutes per game in 11 postseason appearances.

Durant contributed 36 points (11-19 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 12-13 FT), 11 rebounds, six assists, one block and two steals across 44 minutes during Sunday's 129-124 victory over the Nuggets in Game 4 of the Western Conference Semifinals.

Durant logged his highest total of the playoffs in the Game 4 win and his third double-double of the postseason. Although the Nuggets were well aware that Durant and Devin Booker were going to attempt a repeat performance after getting drubbed by the duo in Game 3, they had no answer for Durant. The All-Star also nailed 12 of his 13 free throw attempts, following up his 14 points at the charity stripe in Game 3.

Durant provided 24 points (10-27 FG, 2-12 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds, three assists, two blocks and one steal in 44 minutes during Monday's 97-87 loss to the Nuggets in Game 2 of the Western Conference Semifinals.

Durant had a solid all-around stat line that would've been a strong outing for 95 percent of the players in the league, but not him. His shooting struggles were particularly noticeable, as Durant ended with more field goal attempts (27) than points scored (24) -- it was the first time this has happened to him since March 29, when he recorded 16 points on 18 shots in a win over the Timberwolves. One subpar outing shouldn't take anything from Durant's status as one of the go-to players for the Suns on offense, and just like it might be the case with Devin Booker as well, he could be in line for more usage in case Chris Paul (groin) ends up being ruled out of Game 3 on Friday.

Durant ended with 29 points (12-19 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 14 rebounds, one assist, three blocks and one steal in 36 minutes during Saturday's 125-107 loss to the Nuggets in Game 1 of the Western Conference Semifinals.

Durant capitalized on Denver's smaller wings, canning his signature midrange jumpers while finishing a perfect 4 for 4 at the rim. He also accounted for 36.8 percent of the Suns' total rebounds. It's possible that trend continues with DeAndre Ayton logging a team-worst minus-21 during his time on the floor.

Durant closed Thursday's 129-124 victory over the Clippers in Game 3 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals with 28 points (8-15 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 11-11 FT), six rebounds, five assists and two steals across 41 minutes.

Durant needed just 15 shots to score 28 points, finishing second on the team behind Devin Booker (45). The veteran superstar is now averaging 26.7 points, 7.0 rebounds, 7.0 assists, 1.3 steals and 1.3 blocks with 51/28/96 shooting spilts over his first three postseason games with Phoenix. As long as Kawhi Leonard (knee) and Paul George (knee) remain sidelined, Durant and Booker should garner favorable matchups during Saturday's Game 4.

Durant closed with 25 points (10-19 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 5-6 FT), six rebounds, five assists, two blocks and one steal across 44 minutes during Tuesday's 123-109 win over the Clippers in Game 2 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals.

Durant was noticeably more confident with his shot in the Game 2 win. The Suns have had limited experience with a healthy starting five, and they looked much more in sync with increased involvement from the All-Star. Durant is no stranger to the rigors of the postseason, averaging 29.4 points, 7.8 rebounds and 4.1 assists over 157 playoff games.

Durant contributed 27 points (7-15 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 10-10 FT), nine rebounds, 11 assists, two blocks and one steal in 45 minutes during Sunday's 115-110 loss to the Clippers in Game 1 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals.

Durant took a few minutes to get going, which was to be expected considering the limited amount of time the Suns have played as a complete team. Durant acclimated quickly, beginning with a flurry of mid-range shots before extending out to the perimeter in the second half. Despite coming up short, Durant's result is an encouraging sign that the team is finally beginning to gel. The trio of Durant, Chris Paul and Devin Booker should improve as a group once they establish a consistent rhythm on offense.

Durant (ankle) isn't on the injury report for Sunday's Game 1 of the Western Conference First Round versus the Clippers, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Durant took part in practice Wednesday, foreshadowing his return to the floor after sitting out the final two games of the regular season. Durant has logged 33-plus minutes in each of his final four appearances for the Suns, so he shouldn't have any restrictions as the Phoenix begins its postseason run.

Durant (ankle) participated in Wednesday's practice, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Durant missed the Suns' final two regular season games due to ankle injury management. However, his return to practice is a good sign of his availability for Sunday's playoff matchup with the Clippers. The superstar forward recorded 27 points, six rebounds, three assists, two steals and two blocks in 35 minutes in his only appearance against the Clippers this season.

Durant (ankle) is out for Sunday's regular-season finale against the Clippers, Ohm Youngmisuk of ESPN.com reports.

Durant and the other members of Phoenix's Big 4 will all sit out for a second straight game to close out the regular season. In his eight appearances with the Suns so far, Durant has averaged 26.0 points, 6.4 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 1.3 blocks in 33.6 minutes.

Durant won't play in Friday's game versus the Lakers due to ankle management, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Durant has been officially ruled out Friday, as expected. Torrey Craig will likely be inserted into the starting lineup in his absence. Durant's next chance to suit up is Sunday's game versus the Clippers, but it is unclear if he will play with nothing on the line for the Suns.

Durant is likely to sit out Friday's game versus the Lakers due to rest, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

After logging 41 minutes in the first leg of Phoenix's back-to-back, Durant likely won't suit up Friday. The Suns are locked into the four-seed in the Western Conference, so they have no need to play their star players. Torrey Craig and Ish Wainright are candidates to see extended minutes in his expected absence.

Durant logged 35 points (13-21 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 6-6 FT), five rebounds, five assists and two blocks across 35 minutes during Sunday's 128-118 win over the Thunder.

For the second game in a row, Durant was firing on all cylinders, reaching the 30-point mark for the third time in a Suns uniform. The superstar forward scored a game-high 35 points and certainly looks ready to help his new team make a run in the playoffs. In 45 contests played this season, Durant is now averaging 29.3 points, 6.7 rebounds, 5.1 assists and 1.4 blocks per game.

Durant supplied 30 points (11-15 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 6-7 FT), four rebounds, two assists, two blocks and one steal across 33 minutes during Friday's 100-93 win over the Nuggets.

Durant was efficient from the field and notched his 21st game of the season with at least 30 points. After a shaky first appearance back following a 10-game absence due to an ankle sprain, Durant looked like his usual self Friday and appears to be in good shape heading into playoff action.

Durant (ankle) had 16 points (5-18 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 4-5 FT), eight rebounds and four assists over 29 minutes during Wednesday's 107-100 victory over Minnesota.

Durant missed his first six shots during his return to action following a 10-game absence due to a left ankle sprain. He was able to steady the ship in the second half but was limited down the stretch due to a minutes restriction. Despite the poor shooting, it was still encouraging to see the superstar forward back in action before the playoffs.

Durant (ankle) will play in Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Durant will play for the first time since March 5 after suffering a sprained left ankle but will be under a minutes restriction. However, given his strong fantasy ability, he can still provide value for fantasy managers even if he doesn't cross the 30-minute threshold.

Durant (ankle) is expected to play Wednesday against the Timberwolves, John Gambadoro of Arizona Sports 98.7 FM Phoenix reports.

While Durant is being listed as questionable on the injury report, he's fully expected to play, so managers in season-long settings should plan on having him active Wednesday. He'll likely have his minutes monitored in his first game back from a 10-game absence, but even with minutes in the 20s, KD is capable of offering up a useful stat line. His return will likely result in Torrey Craig returning to the second unit and Deandre Ayton's usage will dip.

Durant (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday's game versus the Timberwolves, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.

Durant is reportedly on track to play Wednesday after missing the previous 10 games with a left ankle sprain. Torrey Craig and Josh Okogie are candidates to see reduced minutes once the superstar forward returns. Fantasy managers shouldn't be surprised if Durant is on a minutes restriction once he's cleared to play.

Durant (ankle) remains "on course" to return to the Suns lineup for Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Shams Charania of The Athletic first reported last Friday that Durant was tracking toward a return during the middle of this week, and though head coach Monty Williams played coy about the matter when speaking to the media Monday, all signs point to the 13-time All-Star suiting up versus Minnesota. After making his Phoenix debut March 1, Durant played just three games before suffering a left ankle sprain while warming up ahead of a March 8 win over the Thunder. He's proceeded to miss the last 10 games, but assuming he checks out fine during practice Tuesday and Wednesday's morning shootaround, Durant should be back in action against Minnesota, though perhaps with a light minute restriction in place. Torrey Craig is likely to move to the bench to clear a spot in the starting five for Durant.

Durant (ankle) will potentially return Wednesday versus Minnesota, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Durant has missed seven straight games after twisting his left ankle during warmups ahead of a March 8 matchup against Oklahoma City, and given Charania's report, the superstar forward will miss at least three more before potentially returning to action. Wednesday's matchup marks three weeks since Durant suffered the injury and 20 days since he was given a three-week timetable. Durant has played in only three games with Phoenix, but he looked like his himself during those contests, posting 26.7 points, 7.3 rebounds, 3.7 assists and 1.3 blocks in 32.7 minutes.

Durant (ankle) will be re-evaluated in three weeks.

An earlier report from Shams Charania of The Athletic indicated that Durant would be re-evaluated after two weeks. However, an official update by the Suns revealed that the superstar forward would in fact be sidelined for at least three weeks. Given that timeline, Durant could be available for the Suns' final six games assuming he is cleared immediately following his re-evaluation on March 30. Fantasy managers will have to heavily consider dropping Durant in most formats. In his stead, Terrence Ross, Torrey Craig and T.J. Warren figure to see expanded roles.

Durant (ankle) will be re-evaluated in two weeks, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Durant suffered a significant ankle sprain while slipping in pregame warmups Wednesday. Charania notes swelling has reduced in the ankle, which is a good sign for the superstar potentially returning before the end of the regular season. Still, many fantasy managers may not be able to wait two or more weeks for Durant to get back on the court, so he's a drop in certain league formats. During his absence, Terrence Ross, Torrey Craig, T.J. Warren and other wings are candidates to see more run.

The Suns are concerned that Durant may have suffered a Grade 2 left ankle sprain during pregame warmups prior to Wednesday's win over the Thunder, with the injury potentially keeping him out for 4-to-6 weeks, Greg Moore of The Arizona Republic reports.

Phoenix likely won't provide definitive word on Durant's injury until he undergoes an MRI, but if a Grade 2 sprain is confirmed, he could be sidelined through the end of the regular season, which wraps up April 9. For the time being, managers may be best off standing pat with Durant for a couple more days until a formal diagnosis is provided, but he would be tough to justify holding in redraft formats during the fantasy playoffs if his injury proves to be anything more than a day-to-day concern. After returning from a seven-week absence due to a sprained knee earlier this month, Durant averaged 26.7 points, 7.3 rebounds, 3.7 assists, 2.3 three-pointers and 1.3 blocks in 32.7 minutes per game over his first three outings with the Suns before he slipped awkwardly on the court and sprained his ankle while warming up for what would have been his home debut for Phoenix. Durant was seen sporting a large walking boot on his left foot following warmups, so he looks fairly safe to rule out for games Saturday versus th

Durant was wearing a boot after being scratched from Wednesday's game against the Thunder with a left ankle sprain, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Durant slipped during pre-game warmups and stayed on the ground for a bit before getting up and finishing his routine. He was later ruled out for the contest. On top of wearing a walking boot post-game, Durant is set to undergo further examination Thursday, which is certainly a discouraging sign for fantasy managers. He will have two days to heal before a matchup with the Kings on Saturday.

Durant is out for Wednesday's game versus the Thunder due to left ankle soreness.

Durant's injury was caused by slipping on the court in pregame warmups, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports. Torrey Craig will replace the superstar forward in the starting lineup Wednesday. Durant will have two days to recover before Saturday's matchup with Sacramento.

Durant closed with 37 points (12-17 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 10-11 FT), seven rebounds, three assists and one block in 40 minutes during Sunday's 130-126 win over Dallas.

Playing his third game as a member of the Suns, Durant took charge down the stretch in the back-and-forth affair and wound up sinking the game-winning bucket with 12.1 seconds left on the clock in the fourth quarter. It's the 34-year-old's best performance since his return from a knee issue that cost him nearly two months, and Phoenix has won all three of its games with Durant in the lineup. With 17 more contests left on the regular-season schedule, the veteran superstar appears primed for a big finish.

Durant produced 23 points (10-15 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 1-1 FT), six rebounds, two assists and two blocks in 27 minutes during Wednesday's 105-91 victory over the Hornets.

Durant returned to the floor for the first time in about seven weeks and for the first time as a Phoenix Sun. He looked comfortable playing alongside his new teammates and put up a solid line in almost 27 minutes. Fantasy managers are surely glad to see him back just as the fantasy playoffs are beginning, and assuming Durant is going to sit out certain games, they can rest assured that the Suns only have one set of back-to-back contests over the next three weeks.

Coach Monty Williams said Wednesday that Durant will be on a minutes restriction for at least the next week, Shane Young of Forbes Sports reports.

Durant tallied 23 points, six rebounds, two assists and two blocks in 27 minutes during his Suns debut Wednesday. Phoenix will look to keep their superstar forward healthy after missing the last 20 games with a knee injury and playing 55 games or fewer in his previous three seasons. Fantasy managers can expect Durant to play around 25-30 minutes before his restriction is lifted.

Durant (knee) is available for Wednesday's game versus the Hornets.

Durant hasn't played since Jan. 8 due to an MCL sprain but will make his Suns debut Wednesday after being traded from Brooklyn. The superstar forward will surely be inserted into the starting lineup, likely alongside Torrey Craig at the other forward position. Durant is a must-start in all fantasy formats.

Durant (knee) is expected to make his Suns debut Wednesday against the Hornets, Brian Windhorst of ESPN.com reports.

Durant had been targeting Wednesday as a potential return date, but the Suns made an official announcement following Tuesday's practice. The All-NBA talent has missed over a month and a half due to an MCL sprain, so he figures to have some restrictions during his expected return, though he presumably wouldn't be thrust into game action unless he was able to handle a starting role. Durant's skillset and veteran moxie should allow him to seamlessly mesh with his new squad, but it'll be interesting to see how the Suns divvy up playmaking opportunities between Durant, Chris Paul and Devin Booker.

Durant (knee) is planning to make his Phoenix debut on March 1 in Charlotte, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

That means that KD will miss Friday's game against the Thunder, as well as Sunday's game versus the Bucks, but he's right on the cusp of a return from the MCL sprain. Durant hasn't played since January 12, so he'll likely have his minutes monitored in his first game back, but it appears he'll be available for the fantasy playoffs. His return will mean fewer minutes for Josh Okogie and Torrey Craig, and there will be fewer shots available for Chris Paul and Deandre Ayton.

Durant (knee) could make his Suns debut during Sunday's game against the Bucks, ESPN.com reports.

It was reported before the break that Durant was hoping to return soon after the festivities, and that may be as early as Sunday. Once Durant is available, he'll presumably be on a minutes limit after last playing Jan. 8. His debut will presumably push Josh Okogie out of the starting five. It remains to be seen how Durant's presence affects the offense, but he should still be an elite fantasy asset. In his 36.0 minutes per game this season, Durant has averaged 29.7 points on 56/38/93 shooting, 6.7 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 1.5 blocks.

Durant (knee), who is out Thursday against the Clippers, said that he hopes to return soon after the All-Star break, Marc J. Spears of ESPN.com reports.

Durant has missed over a month due to a right knee injury that he sustained Jan. 8, but he practiced Monday after being traded to Phoenix ahead of last week's trade deadline. The Suns were impressed with Durant's practice performance, as he wasn't wearing a brace and drove to the basket during a 1-on-1 session against an assistant coach. Phoenix returns to play against the Thunder on Feb. 24, and it wouldn't be surprising to see Durant with a minutes restriction once he's cleared for game action.

Durant (knee) took part in his first practice session with the Suns on Monday, but team officials ruled him out for Phoenix's final two games before the All-Star break Tuesday versus the Kings and Thursday versus the Clippers, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Durant will also be sidelined through All-Star weekend festivities while he recovers from a right MCL sprain, but the superstar forward looks like he could be on pace to make his Suns debut when Phoenix opens its post-break schedule Feb. 24 against the Thunder. Though Durant didn't appear to be a full participant in Monday's workout, Rankin notes that the 34-year-old wasn't wearing a brace on his right knee and looked healthy while driving to the basket during a 1-on-1 session against assistant coach Jarrett Jack. Durant has been sidelined since Jan. 8 with the knee injury and could face a minutes restriction for a few games once he's cleared to resume playing.

Phoenix has agreed to trade Mikal Bridges, Cameron Johnson, Jae Crowder, four first-round picks and a 2028 pick swap to Brooklyn for Durant (knee) and T.J. Warren, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

The trade of Durant comes as a surprise after Brooklyn recently traded Kryie Irving. Durant (knee) has yet to resume contact work and remains without a timetable for a return, so it's not clear when he'll make his Suns debut.

Coach Jacque Vaughn intimated that Durant's (knee) medical update was "really good," but the star has yet to do contact work and remains without a timetable for a return, Chris Milholen of NetsDaily.com reports.

It seems safe to rule Durant out past the All-Star break, given that he's yet to take contact with just over a week until the festivities. Kyrie Irving being traded to the Mavericks sparked some questions regarding Durant's availability on the trade market, but he's expected to remain with Brooklyn for the rest of the season. Assuming that's the case, KD will be returning to a new-look team that just added Spencer Dinwiddie and Dorian Finney-Smith, and more moves may be on the way before Thursday's deadline. However, it seems unlikely Durant's role will change significantly regardless of what moves are made. He's amid an excellent campaign, averaging 29.7 points, 6.7 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 1.5 blocks in 36.0 minutes.

Durant and the Nets have had ongoing discussions regarding the future of the franchise in wake of the Kyrie Irving trade, but thus far, Brooklyn has informed inquiring teams that they do not intend to trade Durant, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Things could just be posturing from the Nets front office, and it's worth noting that KD expressed interest in joining the Suns this past summer, but according to Woj, Brooklyn has not shown any willingness to move on from Durant to this point.

Durant (knee) is on track with his recovery plan and will be re-evaluated again in two weeks, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Durant will begin running and participating in on-court activities this week, but another update on his status likely won't come until next month. He was initially expected to miss about a month after being diagnosed with an isolated MCL sprain in his right knee, so he appears to be right on track to return at the beginning of February. However, with his expected return date falling right around the All-Star break, it's possible Brooklyn opts to give the MVP candidate even more time to rest before thrusting him back into game action for the second half of the campaign. After losing four straight games without Durant in the lineup, the Nets (29-17) have won back-to-back contests and currently sit at fourth place in the Eastern Conference standings.

Durant is expected to be sidelined for approximately one month after he was diagnosed Monday with an isolated MCL sprain of his right knee,

The Nets haven't confirmed the one-month timeline, with the team merely announcing earlier Monday that Durant would be re-evaluated in two weeks after suffering the injury in the third quarter of Sunday's 102-101 win over the Heat. However, since Durant will require some sort of ramp-up period even his re-evaluation later this month yields good news, fantasy managers should be prepared for the possibility of the 34-year-old being sidelined until around the All-Star break in mid-February. Durant previously missed six weeks during the 2021-22 season due to an MCL sprain of his left knee, but the injury he suffered to his other knee isn't considered quite as severe. Before getting hurt Sunday, Durant had been a relative paragon of health this season, missing just one of the Nets' first 39 games while putting himself in the MVP conversation by averaging 29.7 points, 6.7 rebounds, 5.3 assists, 1.8 three-pointers, 1.5 blocks and 0.8 steals in 36.0 minutes per contest while converting at career-best rates from the f

Durant was diagnosed with an MCL sprain in his right knee Monday and will be re-evaluated in two weeks, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Durant left Sunday's win over the Heat early after tweaking his knee and underwent further imaging Monday which revealed an MCL sprain. The news is devastating to the Nets, who've won 14 of their past 15 games and currently sit at second place in the Eastern Conference. However, with only five games separating second and seventh place, Brooklyn will have its work cut out for them in the absence of Durant, who's averaging 29.7 points on 55.9 percent shooting across 36.0 minutes per game this season. Yuta Watanabe, Joe Harris and Seth Curry are candidates to join the starting lineup in Durant's stead, while T.J. Warren and Markieff Morris will presumably see increased work off the bench, but Kyrie Irving and Ben Simmons figure to handle the bulk of the playmaking opportunities until the MVP candidate is able to return.

Coach Jacque Vaughn said Durant will undergo imaging on his right knee Monday, YES Network reports.

Durant suffered a knee injury in Sunday's win over the Heat, although the severity is not yet clear. Fantasy managers should check for an update Monday on the superstar forward to see if he is expected to miss extended time. Durant's next chance to suit up is Thursday's matchup with the Celtics.

Durant (knee) won't return to Sunday's game against the Heat, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Durant is out for the remainder of Sunday's game, but the severity of his injury is unclear. While he will have extra time to recover for Thursday's matchup with Boston, testing in the upcoming days on his right knee will determine his status. T.J. Warren, Yuta Watanabe and Joe Harris will likely see expanded roles in Durant's absence.

Durant suffered an apparent knee injury and went straight into the locker room after exiting Sunday's game against the Heat, Nick Friedell of ESPN.com reports.

Durant appeared to be in considerable pain as his leg bent awkwardly following a Jimmy Butler fall. He went straight to the locker room after two plays and didn't return to the bench after the timeout, so there's a chance this might be a severe injury. That would be a massive blow for Brooklyn, and with Durant out, T.J. Warren, Yuta Watanabe and Joe Harris would be in line to see more minutes.

Durant closed with 33 points (9-26 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 11-11 FT), 10 rebounds, three assists and two blocks over 38 minutes during Friday's 108-102 win over New Orleans.

Durant struggled with efficiency and needed 26 shots to score 33 points, but that's what happens with players like Durant -- even on off nights, he can get enough volume to shine offensively and carry his team to victory. Durant has now scored at least 30 points in back-to-back games, but his impressive offensive showing have become a trend now. Durant has scored at least 25 points 12 times and is averaging 29.5 points while shooting 57.2 percent from the field and 40.5 percent from deep over Brooklyn's last 15 games.

Durant closed Wednesday's 121-112 loss to the Bulls with 44 points (15-22 FG, 5-10 3Pt, 9-9 FT), four rebounds, five assists, two blocks and one steal over 38 minutes.

Durant had his second-best scoring output of the season, but his efforts scoring the rock were not enough and the Nets saw the end of their winning streak. Durant has been on fire since the start of December and is averaging 29.2 points, 6.9 rebounds, 5.6 assists, 1.1 steals and 1.1 blocks per game over his last 14 contests.

Durant logged 25 points (10-14 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 5-5 FT), three rebounds, 11 assists, one block and three steals in 29 minutes during Monday's 139-103 win over the Spurs.

Durant has surpassed the 20-point mark in 12 straight games and remains one of the most unstoppable offensive forces in The Association. That said, his value experienced a bump Monday with his third double-digit assist performance of the campaign. Durant averaged 28.3 points, 7.5 rebounds and 5.3 assists per game in December.

Durant ended Saturday's 123-106 victory over the Hornets with 23 points (9-15 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT), five rebounds and four assists across 30 minutes.

Durant has scored at least 20 points in 11 games in a row, and the star forward continues to deliver night after night for a sizzling Brooklyn team. Even though Durant is not performing at an MVP level, he has been excellent this month and is thriving as an elite scoring threat for a Nets team that has been scorching hot in recent weeks. He averaged 28.3 points, 7.5 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 1.0 blocks per game in December.

Durant recorded 26 points (8-17 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 9-9 FT), 16 rebounds, eight assists and two blocks across 36 minutes during Wednesday's 108-107 win over the Hawks.

Durant simply keeps rolling along, putting together another masterclass as the Nets won their 10th consecutive game. The 16 rebounds marked a season-high, icing on the cake for those lucky enough to have him on their roster. He is currently the fifth-ranked player in 12-team leagues, and if we're being honest, that is probably his floor moving forward. Barring injury, managers should feel pretty good about things right now.

Durant accumulated 32 points (10-18 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 7-8 FT), nine rebounds and five assists over 36 minutes before fouling out of Monday's 125-117 win over Cleveland.

Durant tallied a team-high-tying point total while finishing one rebound shy of posting his third double-double of the season. Durant has scored 30 points with at least five rebounds and five assists in 10 games this season.

Durant recorded 23 points (9-17 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 4-4 FT), seven rebounds, five assists and four steals across 29 minutes during Wednesday's 143-113 win over the Warriors.

The 34-year-old was on pace for a truly special night but was the victim of his own success, as 21 of his points came before halftime as the Nets took a 91-51 lead into the locker room, and both teams emptied their benches early in the second half. Durant has scored more than 20 points in 11 of his last 12 games, averaging 32.2 points, 6.8 boards, 5.3 assists, 2.1 threes, 1.2 blocks and 1.0 steals over that stretch while shooting a blistering 60.7 percent from the floor.

Durant contributed 43 points (14-22 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 12-13 FT), six rebounds, two assists, two blocks and one steal across 36 minutes during Sunday's 124-121 victory over the Pistons.

Durant led the team in scoring and shots made en route to his second-highest point total of the year and his second 40-point outing of the season. Durant has averaged 33.7 points, 6.3 rebounds, 3.7 assists, 1.0 block and 1.0 steal over his last three contests. 

Durant notched 28 points (10-15 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 6-6 FT), four rebounds, three assists and one steal across 37 minutes during Friday's 119-116 win over the Raptors.

Durant failed to reach the 30-point mark, but he was extremely efficient in this game and still provided elite value as an offensive threat. The star forward continues to play at a ridiculously high level on offense and has scored at least 25 points in all but three of his outings so far.

Durant recorded 30 points (11-17 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 5-5 FT), nine rebounds, six assists, one block and one steal across 33 minutes during Monday's 112-100 victory over the Wizards.

It's the seventh time in his last nine games that Durant has racked up 30 or more points, and it's not a coincidence the Nets have caught fire at the same time. The 34-year-old is averaging 32.4 points, 7.1 boards, 5.9 assists, 2.1 threes and 1.3 blocks over that stretch while shooting an incredible 60.5 percent from the floor.

Durant isn't listed on the injury report for Monday's matchup against Washington, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

Durant didn't play Saturday against Indiana due to right ankle management, but he'll return to action Monday. Kyrie Irving, Joe Harris and Ben Simmons are also absent from the injury report, so Brooklyn should have the majority of its regulars available against the Wizards.

Durant will not play Saturday versus the Pacers due to right ankle injury management, Ian Begley of SportsNet New York reports.

While Durant and his starting lineup brethren are all listed as out with injury management, it's essentially a rest day for the crew. As a result, the Nets will rely on the bench crew to handle this contest, while Durant and company should be back in action Monday versus the Wizards.

Durant ended Friday's 120-116 victory over Atlanta with 34 points (14-25 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four rebounds, four assists, two blocks and one steal in 36 minutes.

Durant burst out of the gate firing on all cylinders, scoring 18 points on 9-for-11 shooting in the first quarter. He cooled down a bit from there but still finished with a game-high 34 points. The superstar forward also swatted a pair of shots in the win, marking the fourth time in his past six games that he's finished with multiple blocks. Durant has unsurprisingly been one of fantasy's top producers this season, posting per-game averages of 30.0 points, 6.6 boards, 5.4 assists, 1.6 three-pointers, 1.7 blocks and 0.7 steals.

Durant racked up 29 points (12-19 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 3-3 FT), nine rebounds and eight assists across 36 minutes during Wednesday's 122-116 victory over Charlotte.

Durant made all four of his shots in the fourth quarter, scoring nine points and helping the Nets secure the win. He led Brooklyn in rebounds and added eight assists. Wednesday was his 10th straight game recording at least five rebounds and five assists and he's averaging 28.6 points, 7.0 rebounds and 6.0 assists while making 60.1 percent of his shots during that streak.

Durant closed with 31 points (13-24 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 4-5 FT), seven rebounds, five assists, two blocks and two steals over 40 minutes during Sunday's 103-92 loss to the Celtics.

Durant led the Nets in scoring again Sunday and was the only player to score more than 18 points. Twelve of his 31 points came in the third quarter as Brooklyn cut a 12-point halftime deficit down to six points. The 34-year-old has scored at least 30 points in five of his last six games and is averaging 33.2 points per contest while making 60.5 percent of his shot attempts in that span.

Durant amassed 39 points (13-20 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 11-11 FT), five rebounds, five assists and one block over 37 minutes during Wednesday's 113-107 victory over Washington.

Another game, another impressive performance from Durant, who continues to show everyone in the league that he remains one of the game's deadliest scorers despite his age and his injury history. The star forward has now scored at least 30 points in four games in a row and was elite in November, averaging 29.4 points while shooting 56.7 percent from the field, 37.1 percent from deep and 92.1 percent from the charity stripe across 16 appearances.

Durant provided 45 points (19-24 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 4-4 FT), seven rebounds, five assists, two blocks and two steals in 39 minutes during Monday's 109-102 victory over the Magic.

From an efficiency perspective, Durant had perhaps one of the best games of his career since he missed only five of his 24 field-goal attempts en route to his highest scoring mark of the campaign. Aside from the fact that he registered multiple tallies in each of the five major categories and also ended just three boards shy of posting a double-double, Durant carried the team offensively and has now scored at least 30 points in three games in a row. He's averaging 28.8 points per game in November.

Durant posted 31 points (12-20 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT), five rebounds and five assists in 37 minutes during Sunday's 111-97 victory over the Trail Blazers.

Durant scored 11 of his 31 points and played all 12 minutes in the third quarter. It was his second straight 30-point performance and the ninth time he's reached that mark in 21 games this year. While the 34-year-old is making 53.4 percent of his shot attempts, he's made just 33.3 percent of his three-point tries this season. Sunday's three made shots from beyond the arc tied his most in a game this year.

Durant boomed for 36 points (15-31 FG, 3-12 3Pt, 3-4 FT), nine rebounds, eight assists and two blocks in 39 minutes during Friday's 128-117 loss to Indiana. He also had five turnovers.

Durant flirted with a triple-double and hoisted a season-high 31 shots. Friday serves as a reminder of Durant's dominant ceiling. Notably, he finds himself in a 6-for-26 skid from beyond the arc across his last six games.

Durant logged 20 points (9-14 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, five assists and two blocks over 37 minutes during Tuesday's 115-106 loss to Philadelphia.

Durant attempted his lowest number of shots from the field this season over 18 contests, but he still managed to put up 20 points on 64.2 percent shooting. He also continues to show up in other key categories, as he's registered a block in 17 of 18 games and is averaging 6.5 boards and 5.3 assists on the year.

Durant totaled 35 points (13-22 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 8-10 FT), eight rebounds, three assists and one block over 39 minutes during Thursday's 109-107 victory over the Trail Blazers.

Durant reached 35 points in an efficient manner by continuing to make his way to the charity stripe while knocking down over 50 percent of his looks from the field. The star forward has enjoyed a solid month of November to this point, averaging 29.1 points, 7.6 rebounds, 6.0 assists and 1.7 blocks in nine games.

Durant posted 27 points (8-15 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 11-11 FT), four rebounds, six assists and one block in 31 minutes during Tuesday's 153-121 loss to the Kings.

The Nets struggled massively on the defensive end in this game, but Durant still provided a decent stat line for fantasy managers. The star forward is having an excellent start to the campaign and has scored at least 25 points in each of his first 15 outings while also displaying above-average efficiency levels. He's one of the top scorers in the league through the first month of the season, putting up 30.3 points per contest while also shooting an impressive 52.4 percent from the field.

Durant posted 27 points (10-16 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 4-4 FT), six rebounds, three assists, two blocks and two steals over 35 minutes during Saturday's 110-95 victory over the Clippers.

Durant got Brooklyn out to an early lead with 11 first-quarter points on 3-of-6 shooting, including 2-of-3 from the behind the arc. He finished the first half with 15 points and also flashed his defensive skills with four rebounds and two blocked shots before the break. After adding another 10 points on 4-of-6 shooting in the third period, Durant took only one shot in the final quarter before finishing with a game-high 27 points. The Nets forward shot 62.5 percent from the field in Saturday's win, giving him his second-best shooting performance of the season.

Durant totaled 29 points (10-19 FG, 1-5 3PT, 8-10 FT), 12 rebounds, 12 assists, one steal and two blocks in 35 minutes during Wednesday's 112-85 win over the Knicks.

Durant simply did it all in this one, as he carried his squad to victory. He set new season bests in rebounds and assists and notched his first triple-double of the 2022-23 campaign. Durant has not disappointed to this point, pouring in 26 or more points in his first 12 matchups.

Durant supplied 27 points (10-20 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 6-6 FT), seven rebounds, two assists and three blocks over 37 minutes during Saturday's 98-94 victory over Charlotte.

Durant re-entered the game on a mission in the fourth with the Nets down 11 after the Hornets kicked off a 17-6 run to begin the quarter. He started the comeback with a 13-foot pullup shot before assisting Yuta Watanabe for three to bring the Nets back within seven. The Brooklyn forward later added a three pointer of his own to put the Nets back in front 94-92 as they held on for their second consecutive win since the suspension of Kyrie Irving. Durant has now scored 27 or more points in nine of 10 games to begin the season and has not missed a free throw over his last six contests, going 52-of-52 during that stretch.

Durant produced 32 points (9-17 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 12-12 FT), nine rebounds, six assists, two blocks and one steal in 38 minutes during Tuesday's 108-99 loss to the Bulls.

The Nets faded late, getting out-scored 31-19 in the fourth quarter, but Durant still produced another big line in the box score. The 34-year-old has yet to score fewer than 26 points in a game, averaging 32.5 points, 5.6 boards, 4.4 assists, 2.0 blocks and 1.8 threes a night despite the chaotic start to the season the 2-6 Nets have experienced as a team.

Durant posted 36 points (13-22 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 8-8 FT), nine rebounds, seven assists, one block and one steal in 39 minutes during Monday's 116-109 victory over the Pacers.

Durant ended just one rebound and three assists away from posting what would've been his first triple-double of the season, and while he has been unable to record even a double-double to date, his scoring contributions remain elite while also shooting the rock with a high level of efficiency. Through seven contests this season, Durant is averaging 32.6 points per game while recording 25-plus points in each appearance.

Durant amassed 37 points (12-21 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 11-11 FT), three rebounds, five assists, one block and two steals in 41 minutes during Thursday's 129-125 overtime loss to the Mavericks.

Durant has scored 32 or more points in four of his first five games of the season, though surprisingly, the Nets have lost every time he's accomplished that feat. Despite the fact he's one of the most veteran superstars in the league, Durant hasn't lost a step offensively and has been extremely productive while also showing efficiency as a scorer. He's averaging 33.2 points per game while shooting 53.4 percent from the field across his first five contests.

Durant posted 33 points (10-23 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 12-13 FT), six rebounds, three assists and two blocks across 39 minutes during Wednesday's 110-99 loss to the Bucks.

Durant took a season-high 13 foul shots and scored at least 30 points for the third time in the season's first four games. While he's made 52.4 percent of his shots for the season, he's hit just 31.8 percent of his three-point attempts and was 7-for-19 on shots beyond five feet Wednesday. He's averaging 10.3 free-throw attempts per game in the early going, a big reason why he's scoring 32.3 points per game.

Durant closed with 37 points (14-20 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 8-9 FT), five rebounds and four assists over 39 minutes during Monday's 134-124 loss to the Grizzlies.

Durant had a great shooting night, making 14 of 20 shots from the field and going 8-of-9 from the charity stripe. He and Kyrie Irving both scored 37 for the Nets, but it wasn't enough to keep the team from dropping to 1-2. Durant also chipped in five boards and four assists while committing just one turnover, though he failed to block a shot for the first time this season. The superstar forward has scored at least 27 points in each of his three contests to begin the campaign and is tied for eighth in the league in scoring at 32.0 points per contest.

Durant racked up 27 points (8-18 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 8-10 FT), five rebounds, six assists and two blocks over 35 minutes during Friday's 109-105 win over Toronto.

The 34-year-old superstar didn't even make his first field goal until there were less than seven minutes left in the second quarter, but by the end of the night Durant had delivered his usual strong production. Despite plenty of offseason turmoil and trade demands, if he can stay healthy there's no reason to think Durant's performance on the court will fall off any time soon.

Durant played 31 minutes Friday in a 112-102 preseason win over Minnesota, finishing with 20 points (7-17 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 3-4 FT), six assists, two rebounds, one steal and three blocked shots.

Durant took a back seat to top scorer Kyrie Irving in the contest, but he was a monster on the defensive end, notching a team-high three blocked shots. The All-Star forward finished the preseason with per-game averages of 18.5 points, 4.8 assists, 3.2 rebounds, 1.8 three-pointers, 1.5 blocks and 1.2 steals over four games. He's likely to once again be one of fantasy's top per-game producers in his 15th NBA campaign.

Durant recorded 19 points (7-17 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 3-4 FT), eight assists, three rebounds, three steals and a blocked shot across 31 minutes Wednesday in a win over Milwaukee.

Durant ramped up to 31 minutes -- his most so far in the preseason -- in the Nets' third exhibition game, and he finished second on the team in both scoring and assists. The All-Star forward has his worst shooting game of the exhibition slate thus far, but he's still holding a 51.4 percent conversion rate overall. Durant has also averaged 18.0 points, 4.3 dimes, 3.7 boards, 1.3 three-pointers, 1.3 steals and 1.0 blocks across three contests.

Durant produced 22 points (8-12 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 5-7 FT), four rebounds, an assist and a block in 26 minutes in a 109-80 preseason loss to Miami.

Durant went 6-for-7 from the field in the first half, scoring 18 of his 22 points while playing 19 minutes. He added four more points in seven minutes in the third quarter before taking a seat on the bench for the rest of the game. The 34-year-old has scored 35 points in 45 preseason minutes and has made 60 percent of his field goal attempts.

Durant scored 13 points (4-8 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT) while adding four rebounds, four assists, one steal and one block in 19 minutes during Monday's preseason loss to the 76ers.

The Nets trotted out their expected Opening Night starting lineup for this one, although none of the five played more than Durant's 19 minutes. The 34-year-old superstar led the team in scoring on the night, and while there are questions surrounding how the unit will gel with Ben Simmons in the mix, Durant himself should have no trouble posting his usual outstanding numbers as long as he can stay healthy.

Durant scored 13 points (4-8 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT) while adding four rebounds, four assists, one steal and one block in 19 minutes during Monday's preseason loss to the 76ers.

The Nets trotted out their expected Opening Night starting lineup for this one, although none of the five played more than Durant's 19 minutes. The 34-year-old superstar led the team in scoring on the night, and while there are questions surrounding how the unit will gel with Ben Simmons in the mix, Durant himself should have no trouble posting his usual outstanding numbers as long as he can stay healthy.

Durant said Friday that he'll "probably" play in all four of the Nets' preseason games, but he doesn't know how many minutes he'll play, Chris Milholen of NetsDaily.com reports.

"I don't know how many minutes but I'm sure I'll play in all of them," Durant said when asked if he'll be suiting up for preseason action. The exhibition contests will be a good way for Brooklyn to get acclimated to its new-look lineup, which is expected to feature Ben Simmons and Joe Harris -- who both missed the entire 2021-22 campaign due to injuries.

Durant said Friday that he'll "probably" play in all four of the Nets' preseason games, but he doesn't know how many minutes he'll play, Chris Milholen of NetsDaily.com reports.

"I don't know how many minutes, but I'm sure I'll play in all of them," Durant said when asked if he'll be suiting up for preseason action. The exhibition contests will be a good way for Brooklyn to get acclimated to its new-look lineup, which is expected to feature Ben Simmons and Joe Harris -- who both missed significant portions of the 2021-22 campaign due to injuries.

Durant, who requested a trade this offseason, and the Nets have agreed to move forward with their partnership and both sides are focused on bringing a championship to Brooklyn.

Durant met with Nets owner Joe Tsai at the beginning of August and reiterated his trade request by saying Brooklyn's brass has to choose between him or the pairing of GM Sean Marks and head coach Steve Nash. However, per the team's statement, Durant met with Tsai, Marks and Nash on Monday and appears to have rescinded his ultimatum. The Nets bolstered their roster earlier this offseason by trading for Royce O'Neale and signing T.J. Warren, but the uncertain futures of Ben Simmons (back) and Joe Harris (ankle) leave the team in desperate need of Kyrie Irving and Durant to be available and at their best. Irving opted into his $36.5 million player option for next season after appearing in just 29 contests last year due to his vaccination status, and Durant now seems willing to run it back with the squad that was swept by the Celtics in the first round. If both superstars are on the court, Brooklyn will likely once again find themselves competing for a championship.

Durant reiterated his trade request during a meeting with Nets owner Joe Tsai on Saturday by saying Brooklyn's brass has to choose between him or the pairing of GM Sean Marks and head coach Steve Nash, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Durant formally requested a trade at the end of June, and the Nets appeared willing to comply but were unable to find a partner due to their lofty return demands. Per Charania, the Celtics, Raptors and Heat remain the most significant candidates to acquire Durant, but their offers remain negligible to Brooklyn's initial demands. Kyrie Irving opted into his $36.5 million player option for next season after appearing in just 29 contests due to his vaccination status, and the Nets further improved their roster by trading for Royce O'Neale, signing T.J. Warren and re-signing Patty Mills and Nic Claxton. However, with Ben Simmons (back) and Joe Harris' (knee) future uncertain, Durant has expressed that he doesn't have faith in the team's direction, though according to his ultimatum that could be changed quickly. Charania also relays that a possible training-camp holdout could be in place if Durant doesn't get his way.

Durant requested a trade out of Brooklyn on Thursday, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Durant's trade request is one of the biggest in recent memory. The Nets' plan for a Big 3 of KD, James Harden and Kyrie Irving has crumbled completely before it really caught any steam. With free agency starting mere hours after Durant's formal request, the market has experienced a severe shake-up. Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports that Phoenix and Miami are among the teams at the top of the superstar's wishlist, but Brooklyn's front office plans to do what's best for the franchise -- searching for the best possible deal for Durant, who has four years left on his contract. Durant is coming off his age 33 season, where he averaged 29.9 points, 7.4 rebounds and 6.4 assists in 37.2 minutes. Despite coming off an Achilles injury and playing 90 regular-season games in two seasons since, there will presumably be plenty of teams lining up with major offers to bring the future Hall-of-Famer in.

Durant recorded 39 points (13-31 FG, 3-11 3Pt, 10-11 FT), seven rebounds, nine assists and one steal in 47 minutes during Monday's 116-112 loss to the Celtics.

Another game, another whopping Durant effort. The narrative of Durant being downtrodden or grossly uninvolved appear exaggerated. Hoisting 83 shots and 38 free throws, Durant exits the playoffs having averaged 26.3 points on 38.6 percent shooting from the field. The Nets will be regarded among the title favorites once again next season.

Durant ended with 16 points (6-11 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds, eight assists and one steal in 46 minutes during Saturday's 109-103 loss to the Celtics.

Durant is having so much trouble opposite Jayson Tatum and the Boston defense, it almost looked like the team was actively avoiding his involvement, especially in the first half. He only took two shots in the first quarter and was responsible for five of the Nets' 18 turnovers. Durant's talent is unquestioned, but he'll need a career game Monday night to keep Brooklyn's playoff hopes alive.

Durant notched 27 points (4-17 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 18-20 FT), four rebounds, five assists and one steal over 42 minutes during Wednesday's 114-107 loss to the Celtics.

Durant was uncharacteristically cold from the field for a second straight game and has committed 12 turnovers through the first two games of the series. The two-time Finals MVP was able to salvage his offensive production with 20 trips to the free-throw line, but the Nets are going to need more consistent production from Durant if they have any chance of advancing to the Eastern Conference Semifinals.

Durant registered 23 points (9-24 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 4-5 FT), four rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal across 41 minutes during Sunday's 115-114 loss to the Celtics.

Durant struggled from the field and committed six turnovers during a rare off-night in the playoffs. While he was able to score 20 points for a fifth straight game, Brooklyn desperately missed Durant's playmaking abilities down the stretch. After dishing out 50 assists over the Nets' previous five games, Durant totaled just three on Sunday. Boston's elite defense had Durant hesitant from the start, but the former MVP will look to bounce back Wednesday during Game 2.

Durant notched 25 points (9-16 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 6-6 FT), five rebounds, 11 assists, three blocks and two steals in 42 minutes during Tuesday's 115-108 victory over Cleveland.

Durant had an excellent all-around performance, notably dishing out double-digit assists for a seventh time this season and tying his season-high three blocks. It's no secret that he and Kyrie Irving will be the focal points of the Nets' offense in the playoffs, and even though everyone knows it's coming, sometimes it's just impossible to stop.

Durant amassed 20 points (5-17 FG, 10-10 FT), 16 assists, 10 rebounds and one steal in Sunday's 134-126 win over Indiana.

Durant couldn't find the bottom of the net much but put up his fourth triple-double of the season and second in his last three games. The 12-time All-Star is averaging 32.2 points, 8.4 assists, 8.2 rebounds and 1.2 blocks in April.

Durant posted 32 points (11-22 FG, 2-10 3Pt, 8-9 FT), 10 rebounds, 11 assists, two blocks and one steal over 42 minutes during Wednesday's 110-98 win over New York.

Four days after his 55-point explosion, Durant boomed for his third triple-double of the season. The Nets are locked into the play-in tournament, but Durant is firing on all cylinders with the playoffs around the corner.

Durant accumulated 18 points (4-13 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 9-10 FT), nine rebounds, seven assists and two blocks across 37 minutes during Tuesday's 118-105 win over the Rockets.

After scoring a season-high 55 point during his last outing, Durant took a backseat offensively to Kyrie Irving on Tuesday. However, Durant still dished out a team-high seven assists and fell one rebound shy of his 14th double-double of the campaign. He's averaged 31.4 points, 7.2 rebounds, 7.0 assists and 1.1 steals in 38.2 minutes per game since returning from a lengthy absence due to an MCL sprain.

Durant closed Saturday's 122-115 loss to the Hawks with 55 points (19-28 FG, 8-10 3Pt, 9-11 FT), seven rebounds, three assists and one steal in 42 minutes.

The eight made threes were also a personal best for Durant, but unfortunately for the Nets, his huge effort got wasted as Kyrie Irving with 31 was the only other Brooklyn player to score in double digits. It's the second time in the last month Durant has topped 50, following a 53-point performance against the Knicks on March 13, and over his last 12 games he's averaging 33.5 points, 7.8 boards, 7.2 assists, 2.8 threes and 1.3 steals.

Durant logged 26 points (10-21 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 3-3 FT), seven rebounds, 11 assists, one block and one steal over 45 minutes during Thursday's 120-119 overtime loss to Milwaukee.

Durant could have been the hero for the Nets, but he missed what would've been the game-winning shot with his team down by one and with just three seconds left on the clock. It was still an impressive effort from Durant, who ended just three rebounds away from posting a triple-double. He averaged 30.6 points, 7.3 assists and 7.1 rebounds per game across 14 games in March.

Durant chipped in 26 points (10-21 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 3-3 FT), seven rebounds, 11 assists, one block and one steal in 45 minutes during Thursday's 120-119 overtime loss to the Bucks.

Durant turned in an efficient night, but he missed the potential game-winning shot in overtime after his squad blew a late fourth-quarter lead. The former MVP also picked up a minor ankle injury in the closing moments of Thursday's matchup, as he was taken out by Wesley Matthews while attempting a corner three. However, he was adamant after the game that while his ankle is sore, he won't miss any time as a result of the issue, per Alex Schiffer of The Athletic.

Durant had 41 points (14-23 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 9-9 FT), 11 rebounds, five assists, three blocks and one steal across 39 minutes during Tuesday's 130-123 victory over Detroit.

Durant recorded his third-highest scoring tally of the season Tuesday, and he also got it done defensively, tying his season-high three blocks. It was also his seventh straight game scoring at least 20 points and his 12th straight with at least five assists. A tougher matchup is in store Thursday against the Bucks.

Durant logged 35 points (12-28 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 10-10 FT), 11 rebounds, eight assists, two blocks and two steals over 40 minutes during Wednesday's 132-120 loss to the Grizzlies.

Durant scored 30-plus points for a third consecutive game and grabbed a team-high 11 rebounds en route to his 14th double-double of the campaign. He also tied Kyrie Irving with a team-high eight assists, falling two short of his third triple-double. However, the MVP candidate's defensive prowess was what stood out most, as he notched multiple steals and blocks in the same game for just the second time this season. Across 10 games in March, Durant has averaged 31.2 points, 7.4 assists and 7.0 rebounds in 37.5 minutes per game.

Durant produced 37 points (15-23 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 3-3 FT), nine rebounds, eight assists and one steal across 38 minutes during Monday's 114-106 win over the Jazz.

Durant scored 30-plus points for a second consecutive contest and flirted with a triple-double as he willed the Nets to victory without Kyrie Irving once again. Since returning from a nearly two-month absence due to a knee injury, the All-Star forward has been lights out over his last nine contests, shooting 55.1 percent from the field and 41.5 percent from three en route to 30.8 points per game. He'll look to maintain his hot shooting Wednesday against the Grizzlies.

Durant amassed 23 points (8-20 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 5-5 FT), 10 assists and six rebounds during Wednesday's 113-111 loss to Dallas.

Considering his recent scoring performances lately, it was a relatively quiet offensive outing for the Texas product despite leading the squad in scoring once again. Durant's 10 assists were also the most he has dished out since recording 11 against the Raptors on Dec. 14. Durant has recorded two double-doubles across his past four contests, and he's averaging 30.0 points since returning to the lineup from a knee injury March 3.

Durant registered a season-high 53 points (19-37 FG, 4-13 3Pt, 11-12 FT) to go with nine assists, six rebounds and two steals in 43 minutes Sunday in the Nets' 110-107 win over the Knicks.

Durant turned in one of the best games from any player this season both in fantasy and real-life terms, as he achieved his scoring production on elite shooting from the field and free-throw line and even delivered in the peripheral categories. Even with co-star Kyrie Irving (ineligible) out of the lineup and unable to occupy some of the defense's attention, Durant still couldn't be stopped, especially late in the game. He drilled a tie-breaking three-pointer with 56 seconds remaining and calmly knocked down all four of his free-throw attempts in the final minute of the contest to finish one point away from matching a career-high total.

Durant closed Thursday's 129-100 victory over Philadelphia with 25 points (10-17 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 2-3 FT), 14 rebounds, seven assists, one block and two steals in 32 minutes.

Ben Simmons (back) was expected to get the brunt of the fans' ire in his return to Philadelphia, but instead Durant got the Sixers' home crowd to boo them instead by scoring 18 points in the first half en route to a blowout win for the Nets. It's Durant's first double-double in four games since returning to the lineup from a knee injury, and over that stretch he's averaging 26.8 points, 6.8 boards, 6.5 assists, 2.5 threes and 1.0 blocks.

Durant ended with 14 points (6-13 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT), three rebounds and seven assists over 40 minutes during Tuesday's 132-121 win over the Hornets.

Durant didn't have a good performance Tuesday, as he needed 13 shots just to score 14 points. The star forward looked a bit out of rhythm, but he shouldn't have problems bouncing back sooner than later. His next chance to do will be Thursday when he goes up against James Harden and the 76ers. It's worth noting that this was Durant's first game in which he couldn't reach the 15-point mark if excluding the Jan. 15 game against the Pelicans in which he suffered the knee injury that sidelined him for more than a month.

Durant recorded 37 points (12-21 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 9-10 FT), six rebounds, eight assists, two blocks and one steal over 39 minutes during Sunday's 126-120 loss to the Celtics.

Durant's usage didn't dip during his first action with Kyrie Irving since his MCL sprain, as the All-Star forward dropped 30-plus points for a second straight game and dished out a team-high eight assists. The Nets don't have any back-to-backs during their upcoming three-game week, so Durant should be good to go for each contest. He hasn't displayed any rust following his month-and-a-half absence and should continue to dominate for Brooklyn during the stretch run.

Durant recorded 31 points (10-21 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 9-9 FT), four rebounds, four assists and one block in 35 minutes during Thursday's 113-107 loss to the Heat.

Durant stepped on the court for the first time since mid-January but it seemed as if he hadn't missed a beat, operating as the Nets' main scoring weapon while also contributing in other areas of the game. Durant should only get better as he shakes the rust off, and he is expected to play a major role in the final weeks of the season leading to the postseason, both in fantasy and in real life.

Durant will not have a minutes limit as makes his return to action Thursday against the Heat, Nick Friedell of ESPN reports.

Considering Durant hasn't played since Jan. 15, this is an encouraging sign for the former MVP, who will be the only active member of the Nets' new Big Three on Thursday with Kyrie Irving ineligible and Ben Simmons still ramping up. Before Durant sprained his MCL, he was in the thick of the MVP race, averaging 29.7 points, 7.5 rebounds, 5.9 assists, 1.9 threes and shooting 52.0 percent from the field. Given the long layoff, he may have some rust to shake off, but Durant's return comes as a major relief for fantasy managers who've been holding him in an IR spot.

Durant (knee) isn't on the injury report for Thursday's game against Miami, Billy Reinhardt of NetsDaily.com reports.

Durant hasn't played since mid-January due to a sprained MCL in his left knee, but he should be back in action for Thursday's home matchup. Coach Steve Nash had indicated recently that Durant was trending toward a return against the Heat, but it wouldn't be surprising to see him face a minutes restriction after missing a month and a half. While Durant could be eased back into action, his presence will be a welcome addition for a Nets club that lost 16 of 21 games while he was sidelined.

Coach Steve Nash confirmed that Durant (knee) won't play Monday or Tuesday against the Raptors, Josh Lewenberg of TSN.ca reports.

Durant had already been ruled out for Monday's game against Toronto, and he was considered unlikely to play in Tuesday's rematch. Although he'll officially be held out Tuesday, Nash remains hopeful that Durant will be able to return as early as Thursday against Miami. The 33-year-old has been sidelined since mid-January due to a sprained MCL in his left knee and requires slightly more time to ramp up prior to returning to game action. James Johnson, Kessler Edwards and Blake Griffin should continue to see increased run for the Nets during the back-to-back set against Toronto.

Durant (knee) is officially out for Monday's game against the Raptors in Brooklyn and is "likely" to sit out Tuesday's rematch in Toronto, according to Nets head coach Steve Nash, Nick Friedell of ESPN.com reports. Durant is believed to be targeting a return to the lineup Thursday at home versus the Heat.

Durant's expected absence for the upcoming two games against Toronto doesn't come as a major surprise, given that Nash said Sunday that the 12-time All-Star was in line to miss both contests, per Friedell. Fortunately for Durant, the Nets' decision to hold him out to begin the week isn't indicative of a setback, as the 33-year-old looks like he needs just a few more days to ramp up after being sidelined since mid-January with a MCL sprain of his left knee. Durant has reportedly impressed during his recent practices, leaving the Nets optimistic that he'll be able to pick up where he left off with minimal rust once he rejoins the lineup. Over 36 appearances on the season, Durant is averaging 29.3 points -- the third-most of his career -- to go with 7.4 boards, 5.8 assists, 1.9 three-pointers, 0.9 blocks and 0.8 steals while shooting 52 percent from the field and 89.4 percent from the free-throw line.

Durant (knee) is likely to miss Monday and Tuesday's games against the Raptors, Nick Friedell of ESPN.com reports.

Durant hasn't played since Jan. 15 while recovering from an MCL sprain. The Nets are hopeful that he'll be able to return before the end of the next week. While he hasn't been 100 percent ruled out for Monday and Tuesday's contests, his earliest expected return date looks to be Thursday against the Heat.

Durant (knee) has officially been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Bucks, but head coach Steve Nash indicated he is hopeful his superstar forward will return within the next week, Nick Friedell of ESPN.com reports.

Durant has reportedly been getting better every day after getting shut down for the past month with a MCL sprain in his left knee. The Nets play a back-to-back set with the Raptors on Monday and Tuesday followed by a matchup with Miami on Thursday. It sounds like the perenial All-Star could be trending towards a return in one of those contests. Still, while coach Nash sounds optimistic, expect the Nets to err on the side of caution with is return in order to avoid any setbacks.

Brooklyn head coach Steve Nash said that Durant (knee) will be reassessed following his workout Friday before a determination is made for when he'll be able to play in games, Kristian Winfield of the New York Daily News reports.

After being shut down for the past month with a MCL sprain of his left knee, Durant was cleared to rejoin the Nets for practice coming out of the All-Star break. Nash noted that Durant has since completed one high-intensity workout, but the Nets will likely want the 12-time All-Star to ramp up his activity at least one or two more times before clearing him for game action. With that in mind, Durant -- who is already ruled out for Thursday's game against the Celtics -- isn't likely to be to play Saturday in Milwaukee either, though a return early next week remains a possibility.

Coach Steve Nash said Wednesday that he has "no clarity" on when Durant (knee) will return to game action, Nick Friedell of ESPN reports.

The non-update doesn't come as much of a surprise, as it was reported earlier this month than Durant would remain out beyond the All-Star break. The superstar was present at Wednesday's practice, but he appeared to be limited to only non-contact shooting work. For now, the Nets will likely handle Durant's status on a week-to-week basis with the hope that he'll be able to return at some point in early-to-mid-March.

Durant (knee) has a "small chance" of returning immediately after the All-Star break, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

It seems like Durant will be sidelined until early March, if not longer, as he only resumed on-court work about a week and a half ago. Fantasy managers holding Durant will have to continue exercising patience. It seems likely Ben Simmons will end up making his debut before Durant returns, so could be many nights where Simmons is the best player on the court for Brooklyn when considering Kyrie Irving can't play home games.

Durant (knee) doesn't yet have a timetable for his return to game action, Nick Friedell of ESPN.com reports.

Durant has already been ruled out through the All-Star break due to his sprained MCL. While it's not yet clear when he'll be able to appear in games, coach Steve Nash said Saturday that the 33-year-old resumed on-court work about a week ago. Seth Curry (trade pending), Cam Thomas and Kessler Edwards should see increased work while Durant remains sidelined.

Durant (knee) won't be available to play for the Eastern Conference in the Feb. 20 NBA All-Star Game in Cleveland, Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports said in his appearance on "NBA on TNT Tuesday Night."

When Durant was diagnosed Jan. 16 with a sprained MCL of his left knee, the Nets pegged his estimated recovery timeline at 4-to-6 weeks. While the short end of that timetable would theoretically give Durant a chance at playing in the All-Star Game, he apparently hasn't made enough progress at this point to make himself available for the exhibition. Brooklyn likely won't provide an update on a target date for Durant's return to the lineup until he's able to resume practicing in some capacity.

Durant underwent an MRI on Sunday and was diagnosed with a sprained MCL in his left knee, and he's expected to be sidelined at least 4-to-6 weeks, woj reports.

Durant suffered the injury during Saturday's matchup with the Pelicans, and he's now set to miss at least a month. The Nets are set to return from the All-Star break Feb. 24 against the Celtics, and it seems unlikely the team will rush him back ahead of the midseason festivities. Kessler Edwards and DeAndre' Bembry could see increased run in the meantime for Brooklyn.

Durant (knee) will not return to Saturday's game against the Pelicans due to a sprained left knee, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

During the second quarter, teammate Bruce Brown fell into Durant's knee, and Durant walked almost immediately to the locker room. Durant will presumably undergo some testing to determine the true severity of the injury, but fantasy managers shouldn't be surprised if he's out for an extended period.

Durant suffered a left knee injury during the second quarter of Saturday's game against the Pelicans, Will Guillory of The Athletic reports.

Durant's knee bent awkwardly after a collision and he walked straight to the locker room. He should be considered questionable to return.

Durant (rest) won't play Thursday against Oklahoma City, Billy Reinhardt of NetsDaily.com reports.

Durant had played at least 30 minutes in each of the last eight games, and he averaged 29.8 points, 6.4 rebounds and 5.9 assists in 37.6 minutes per contest during that time. He'll get a breather Thursday, while James Johnson, Kessler Edwards and Bruce Brown could see increased playing time.

Durant amassed 27 points (7-10 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 10-11 FT), two rebounds, nine assists and two steals across 30 minutes during Wednesday's 138-112 victory over Chicago.

Durant had a relatively quiet first half, but he exploded for 17 points in the third quarter and helped Brooklyn outscore the Bulls by 20 in the frame to put the game out of reach. The superstar forward needed only 10 total field-goal attempts to reach the 27-point mark and fell one assist shy of a double-double. Durant has scored at least 26 points in each of his past 12 contests and leads the league with 29.7 points per game on the season.

Durant notched 28 points (9-19 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 8-8 FT), 10 rebounds, five assists, one block and two steals over 42 minutes during Monday's 114-108 loss to the Trail Blazers.

Durant was his usual magnificent self in the loss, leading Brooklyn in points and rebounds while tying for the team lead in assists. He finished with his first double-double since Dec. 16, but it wasn't enough to prevent the Nets from being upset by a shorthanded Blazers squad. Durant hasn't scored below 21 points in a game since Nov. 16, and he unsurprisingly continues to be among the top names in NBA MVP discussions.

Durant contributed 28 points (11-21 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 5-5 FT), four rebounds, six assists, three blocks and one steal in 43 minutes during Sunday's 121-119 overtime win over San Antonio.

Durant and James Harden (26 points, 12 assists) led the way for the Nets, who were playing their second straight game without Kyrie Irving after he debut Wednesday against the Pacers. Durant struggled from three-point range but was effective around the rim and added three blocks and a steal for some defensive fantasy contributions. The superstar forward remains one of the league's elite fantasy players whenever he's on the court.

Durant finished Friday's 121-109 loss to the Bucks with 29 points (10-19 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 8-8 FT), nine rebounds, seven assists, one block and one steal in 37 minutes.

Durant has seen plenty of work since returning from a three-game absence, and he's now topped 25 points in each of his last five appearances. Even though Kyrie Irving is now available for the Nets' road games, the 33-year-old should continue to provide elite fantasy production on a consistent basis.

Durant amassed 39 points (15-24 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 7-7 FT), eight rebounds, seven assists and one steal across 41 minutes during Wednesday's 129-121 victory over the Pacers.

Durant played his most minutes since Dec. 14 and bounced back with an efficient shooting performance after going 8-for-24 from the field Monday. The 33-year-old should benefit from a lighter workload with Kyrie Irving now back in the mix, though it shouldn't affect Durant's production much, especially since Irving is only cleared to play in road games.

Durant contributed 26 points (8-24 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 8-9 FT), three rebounds, six assists, three blocks and three steals across 31 minutes during Monday's 118-104 loss to the Grizzlies.

Durant's scoring production didn't suffer much as a result of a poor shooting night, but he didn't appear to be his usual self on the offensive end. Even so, he's averaging 31.0 points over his last five contests and is shooting 45.6 percent from the field and 33.3 from deep over that stretch.

Durant (COVID-19 health and safety protocols) came away with 33 points (13-24 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 4-6 FT), six rebounds, four assists and one block in 38 minutes Thursday in the Nets' 110-102 loss to the 76ers.

Durant showed nary a sign of rust or fatigue as he made his return Thursday following a three-game stint in the protocols. Not only was Durant right on par with his season average in playing time, but he also cleared 30 points for his fifth time in as many tries while getting his buckets efficiently. He now holds an edge of more than two points per game over Stephen Curry (27.7) for the NBA scoring crown.

Coach Steve Nash said Wednesday that he expects Durant (conditioning) to play in Thursday's contest against the 76ers, Alex Schiffer of The Athletic reports.

Durant cleared protocols Dec. 28, and as expected, will likely be available Thursday after having two days off to ramp up his conditioning. Before his three-game absence, the superstar forward was on a torrid pace, averaging 37.5 points, 9.0 rebounds, 8.5 assists and 1.8 blocks in 41.5 minutes across his last four games.

Durant cleared the league's COVID-19 protocols Tuesday, Tim Bontemps of ESPN reports.

The superstar entered protocols back on Dec. 18, so he was inactive for exactly 10 days, missing three games during that span. The Nets are off Tuesday and Wednesday, so Durant should have a good chance to ramp up his conditioning and return to action Thursday night against the 76ers.

Durant (COVID-19) will miss Monday's contest against the Clippers, Alex Schiffer of The Athletic reports.

The MVP candidate is in line to miss his third straight contest as he remains in the health and safety protocols. Durant's next chance to return comes Thursday against the 76ers. Deandre' Bembry figures to remain in the Nets' starting lineup as Durant remains sidelined.

Durant (COVID-19) still has not cleared health and safety protocols and isn't expected to play Saturday against the Lakers, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

Durant was placed in the league's health and safety protocols back on Dec. 18 and likely won't be cleared in time to play in Saturday's Christmas marquee matchup against the Lakers. Durant's next opportunity to return would be Monday against the Clippers, depending on if he can test out of protocols in time. The Nets will have James Harden back in the fold Saturday and are hoping to continue to activate more players next week.

Durant (ankle, COVID-19 health and safety protocols) and the Nets won't play the Trail Blazers on Thursday after the NBA postponed the game due to Brooklyn not having the league-required eight available players for that contest.

Even after the NBA postponed its most recent two scheduled contests for Sunday and Tuesday, the Nets won't return enough players from injury or health and safety protocols five days after their last game. Brooklyn's next game is set for Christmas Day against the Lakers, but Durant isn't a safe bet to gain clearance for that contest.

Durant has entered the league's health and safety protols and will not play in Saturday's matchup with the Magic, Greg Logan of Newsday reports.

Durant will join several other teammates in health and safety protocol. Available players on the Nets now include just Patty Mills, Cam Thomas, Shaquille Harrison, Langston Galloway, Kessler Edwards, James Ennis, Blake Griffin and Day'Ron Sharpe. The perenial All-NBA forward will now need to pass the league's protocols before he becomes available to return.

Durant is out for Saturday's game against the Magic due to right ankle soreness, Mark Medina of NBA.com reports.

Durant will sit out on the front end of a back-to-back set, leaving the Nets grasping at straws for experienced, rotation-level talent. His absence could open the door for Kessler Edwards to see extended run.

Durant erupted for 34 points (13-24 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 9-11 FT), 11 rebounds, eight assists and a block in Thursday's 114-105 win over the 76ers.

Durant extended his 30-point streak to four games, is averaging a league-leading 29.7 points per game and is climbing the MVP ladder. He has manufactured wins for the extremely shorthanded Nets -- logging his most regular season minutes since 2014. The Magic are on deck for Saturday.

Durant exploded for 34 points (12-29 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 8-8 FT), 13 rebounds, 11 assists and one block in 48 minutes during Tuesday's 131-129 overtime win over the Raptors.

Durant recorded his second triple-double of the season, and has piled up 26 assists over his previous three games. Currently averaging 29.4 points per game, that would be Durant's highest mark since the 2013/14 campaign. He is slashing a characteristically elite 52.8/38.2/87.8 over 26 appearances.

Durant (ankle) is available for Tuesday's game against the Raptors, Billy Reinhardt of reports.

Durant was considered questionable with a sore right ankle but has been cleared to take the court Tuesday. He'll handle an even larger workload that usual since the Nets will have only eight available players with seven guys in the COVID-19 protocols, including James Harden, LaMarcus Aldridge, Bruce Brown and Paul Millsap.

Durant is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against Toronto due to a sore right ankle, Blake Murphy of The Athletic reports.

Earlier Tuesday, the Nets announced that four players -- Jevon Carter, James Johnson, LaMarcus Aldridge and DeAndre' Bembry -- were placed in COVID-19 protocols, and there's now a chance they could also be without their best player as they play the first of four Week 9 contests. If Durant is ultimately held out, Brooklyn would be left with only nine active players, so the situation is worth monitoring closely as game time approaches. Durant is coming off of a masterful, 51-point outburst in Sunday's 116-104 win over the Pistons in Detroit.

Durant had 51 points (16-31 FG, 5-10 3Pt, 14-15 FT), seven rebounds, nine assists, two blocks and one steal over 41 minutes during Sunday's 116-104 win over Detroit.

After blitzing the Hawks for 31 points, Durant turned things up another notch and laid down the hammer against the Pistons for a season-high 51 points. Previous totals haven't come close to this number, as the All-Star had yet to post 40 points or more this season. His 31 shot attempts were also a season-high.

Durant recorded 31 points (12-22 FG, 1-4 3PT, 6-7 3PT), five rebounds, six assists, one steal and three blocks across 38 minutes in Friday's 113-105 victory over the Hawks.

Durant rested on the second night of a back-to-back set earlier in the week and returned Friday looking excellent per usual. He provided efficient scoring and contributed across the board. The 33-year-old perenial All-NBA performer is enjoying another MVP caliber season with averages of 28.5 points, 7.6 rebounds, 5.4 assists, 0.7 steals and 0.8 blocks on 53.0 perecnt shooting from the floor across 36.3 minutes per game.

Durant will play Friday against the Hawks, Alex Schiffer of The Athletic reports.

Durant was held out of Wednesday's game in Houston for rest purposes on the second leg of a back-to-back, but he'll be back in the lineup at his usual spot Friday night. Durant's return should send James Johnson back to the bench. Brooklyn's next back-to-back set arrives next weekend when the Nets face the Magic on Saturday (Dec. 18) and the Nuggets on Sunday.

Durant will sit out Wednesday's game at Houston for rest purposes, Malika Andrews of ESPN reports.

While Durant has played in both halves of back-to-back sets multiple times already this season, the Nets will exercise caution Wednesday after the former MVP played 41 minutes in a hard-fought win over the Mavs on Tuesday night. Expect Durant to return to action for Friday's game at Atlanta before the Nets head to Detroit on Sunday to finish out their four-game road swing.

Durant recorded 24 points (10-22 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 3-3 FT), seven rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal across 40 minutes during Tuesday's 102-99 win over the Mavericks.

Durant was the hero for the Nets once again, as he drained what ended being the final bucket of the game with 1:01 left and the Nets up by just one. The star forward might have had a rough night from deep and his shooting might have been slightly off, but even when he's not at his best, Durant is capable of delivering elite stat lines while contributing on both ends of the floor. Expect him to remain an elite fantasy asset regardless of the format and the opposition going forward in what has been another MVP-caliber season for the veteran.

Durant closed with 30 points (9-18 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 12-13 FT), 10 rebounds and six assists over 38 minutes during Friday's 110-105 victory over Minnesota.

Durant has scored at least 25 points in four of his last five appearances and while that isn't surprising, his assist numbers are eye-popping since he has dished out at least six dimes in each of those five contests as well. He's averaging 28.8 points, 7.8 assists and 6.8 rebounds per game in that five-game span.

Durant finished with 27 points (9-23 FG, 0-5 3Pt, 9-9 FT), nine assists, five rebounds and a block Tuesday, as the Nets beat the Knicks 112-110.

Durant has averaged 8.3 assists over his previous four games, easily the highest of any four-game stretch in his season thus far. Although he has seen a downturn in production from beyond the arc recently, Durant's scoring prowess doesn't need much critiquing. He is a boom candidate versus the Timberwolves on Friday.

Durant had 39 points (13-28 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 9-11 FT), nine rebounds, seven assists, one block and four steals in 45 minutes during Saturday's 113-107 loss to the Suns.

Durant was efficient based on his volume and also sniffed a triple-double, as he ended just one board and three dimes away from reaching that feat -- something he has accomplished just once in the current campaign. The 39-point haul was a season-high mark for the veteran forward, who has now scored at least 30 points in four of his last nine contests.

Durant finished Wednesday's 123-104 victory over the Celtics with 21 points (8-16 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 5-6 FT), four rebounds, eight assists and two steals across 37 minutes.

Durant's 21 points were the second-most on the team behind Patty Mills (23 points), and he continues to show that he is still one of the most elite scorers in the game. He's surpassed the 20-point mark in all but one game this season, which is a trend that is likely to continue as the season progresses. Durant is averaging 28.1 points, 7.6 rebounds and 5.3 assists in 35.1 minutes per game this season.

Durant racked up 27 points (8-19 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 10-10 FT), six rebounds, nine assists and three blocks in 39 minutes during Monday's 117-112 win over the Cavaliers.

Durant led the Nets in scoring on the night, though he shot just 42.1 percent from the field, which is significantly lower than his season average heading into Monday's clash (56.7 percent). He's averaging 26.0 points, 6.0 rebounds and 5.4 assists over his last five contests.

Durant (shoulder) will play Monday against the Cavaliers, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

Durant missed Friday's action against the Magic due to a sprained right shoulder but will return to the floor after missing just one game. The 33-year-old has looked as good as ever so far this season, averaging 28.6 points, 7.9 rebounds and 4.9 assists in 34.7 minutes per game.

Durant won't play Friday against the Magic due to a sprained right shoulder, Malika Andrews of ESPN.com reports.

Durant presumably picked up the injury during Wednesday's win over the Cavaliers, when he had 23 points (9-16 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 3-3 FT), four rebounds and three assists in 37 minutes. The 33-year-old will miss his first game of the season, and his next chance to take the court will come Monday at Cleveland. DeAndre' Bembry and James Johnson should see increased playing time in his absence.

Durant had 19 points (6-19 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 5-6 FT), five rebounds and three assists in 32 minutes during Tuesday's 117-99 loss to the Warriors.

Former teammate Stephen Curry dominated in the blowout with 37 points and nine three-pointers, while Durant posted his worst offensive performance of the young season. The defensive efforts of Draymond Green certainly played a role in that outcome, as Durant was held below 20 points for the first time during the 2021-22 campaign.

Durant finished Sunday's 120-96 victory over the Thunder with 33 points (9-17 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 13-14 FT), eight rebounds, four assists and one steal across 34 minutes.

Durant has reached the 30-point mark in four of his last five games and continues to be an elite scoring threat while carrying the Nets offense in absence of Kyrie Irving (personal) and with James Harden having a down year from a scoring standpoint. He's averaging 29.6 points per game -- his highest mark since he was playing with the Thunder back in the 2013-14 campaign.

Durant scored 30 points (11-12 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 6-7 FT) and added five rebounds and two assists across 29 minutes of Wednesday's win over the Magic.

Durant continues to put on incredible offensive showings as this was his third consecutive 30-point performance. In the last five games, the four-time NBA scoring champion is now averaging 32.0 points while shooting 59.4 percent from the field and 42.9 percent from deep.

Durant boomed for 38 points (13-24 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 9-9 FT), 10 rebounds and four assists in a 118-95 loss to the Bulls on Monday.

Durant's elite performance was overshadowed by a lack of support from his teammates, as well as the continuing early-season storyline of the surging Bulls. Durant has scored at least 29 points in four straight games, shooting 55.1 percent over that stretch. He is sporting a career-high usage rate and is an early-season frontrunner for scoring champion.

Durant compiled 31 points (11-18 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 6-6 FT), seven rebounds and seven assists across 37 minutes in Sunday's 116-103 win over the Raptors.

The last time Durant was in Toronto, he tore his left Achilles while wearing a Golden State uniform. Sunday was a great redemption game for the All-Star, and he joined teammate James Harden in picking apart the Raptors throughout the second half.

Durant compiled 29 points (12-17 FG, 2-6 3PT, 3-4 FT), 10 rebounds, five assists, and one block across 37 minutes in Friday's 96-90 victory over the Pistons.

Through nine games this season, Durant's double-double was his fifth. He has unsurpringly been excellent to start the season. The perenial All-NBA forward is averaging 28.3 points, 8.8 rebounds, 5.2 assists, 0.8 steals, 0.9 blocks and 1.7 triples across 34.7 minutes per game. To go along with that stuffed stat sheet, he has been efficient from the floor to the tune of a 56.9 field goal percentage. When healthy, he is about as consistent as they come from night-to-night.

Durant scored 32 points (13-20 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 4-6 FT) and added seven rebounds, five assists, one steal and one block across 36 minutes of Wednesday's win over the Hawks.

Durant was able to lead the Nets in scoring amidst a relatively quiet night from James Harden. The veteran's shooting efficiently has been especially great this season as he is now shooting 59.2 percent from the field while averaging 28.3 points. Durant will have another chance to put on an offensive show Friday against the Pistons, who rank last in defensive field-goal percentage.

Durant finished Sunday's win over the Pistons with 23 points (10-13 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 2-3 FT), five assists, one rebound and one block.

It was an efficient scoring night for Durant, who played only 27 minutes before being assessed a Flagrant-2 foul -- resulting in an automatic ejection -- with 3:23 remaining in the third quarter. The game was already well in hand by that point, however, so Durant likely wouldn't have played too deeply into the fourth quarter anyway. The lack of non-scoring stats is a bit of a letdown for fantasy managers, especially after Durant racked up 22 rebounds over the previous two games alone.

Durant mustered 22 points (7-10 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 7-8 FT), 11 rebounds, seven assists and a steal across 37 minutes in Friday's win over the Pacers.

Durant attempted a season-low 10 shots throughout the game, but he was quite efficient en route to a performance in which he ended just three dimes away from posting what would've been his second triple-double of the campaign. Durant also has three double-doubles on the season, and when factoring in the struggles of James Harden and the absence of Kyrie Irving (personal), then Durant has been carrying an even bigger workload than expected.

Durant racked up 25 points (9-18 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 5-6 FT), 11 rebounds, two assists, two blocks and a steal during Wednesday's 106-93 loss to the Heat.

Durant played a team-high 37 minutes in the defeat. He is averaging 29.8 points, 10.0 rebounds, and 5.0 assists through five games this campaign, and Brooklyn's porous, small-ball defense is a recipe for fantasy opportunity. Until James Harden (4-12 FG) hits his stride, expect Durant to maintain similar averages.

Durant logged 25 points (9-17 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 6-9 FT), eight rebounds, four assists and two steals over 35 minutes in the Nets' 104-90 win over the Wizards on Monday.

Durant was the only Nets starter to have more than 14 points. He remains arguably the best scorer in the game and currently leads the NBA in player efficiency rating. A showdown with the Heat on Wednesday is next for Durant, and it's a Miami team that came into Monday ranking dead-last in defensive rating -- tune in.

Durant provided 38 points (17-24 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, three assists and a steal across 36 minutes in Sunday's 111-95 loss to the Hornets.

Durant and James Harden were the only two players to post double-digit scoring in the defeat. Durant is as solid and reliable as they come for fantasy purposes, but the real-world ramifications for his team are another matter. The Nets are struggling to find a tempo, and although Durant and Harden can keep the team competitive, Kyrie Irving's absence leaves a gaping hole in their backcourt.

Nets head coach Steve Nash said Sunday that Durant will, for the most part, play in both ends of back-to-back sets this season, Ohm Youngmisuk of ESPN.com reports.

Nash noted that during certain portions of the schedule, he'll try to protect Durant and build in some rest for him, but the superstar forward doesn't look as though he'll face nearly as many restrictions as he did in 2020-21, his first season back from a torn Achilles' tendon. Given Durant's poor track record of durability in recent seasons, fantasy managers should still scale back expectations for the 33-year-old is terms of overall games played, though his rest-of-season outlook is undoubtedly brighter after Nash's comments. Durant has carried over his excellent form from the postseason over to the Nets' first two games of 2021-22, averaging 30.5 points, 13.0 rebounds, 8.0 assists, 2.0 three-pointers and 1.5 blocks in 33.5 minutes while shooting 48.9 percent from the field and 81.3 percent from the charity stripe.

Durant recorded 29 points (9-20 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 10-10 FT), 15 rebounds, 12 assists, one steal and one block during a 114-109 win Friday against the Sixers.

Durant excelled against a Sixers team that finished atop the NBA Eastern Conference standings one season ago. He was Brooklyn's primary scorer, rebounder and distributor en route to his second Nets triple-double. Durant had not recorded one (or a Nets win) since Game 5 of the 2021 Eastern Conference Semifinals.

Durant posted 32 points (13-25 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 3-6 FT), 11 rebounds, four assists and two blocks during the Nets' 127-104 loss to the Bucks on Tuesday. He played a team-high 31 minutes in the contest.

Durant was unable to exact revenge on the Bucks after Brooklyn's conference finals defeat last season, but nonetheless paced his squad with a big night. Durant scored 21 of his points in the second half and will look to stay hot when the Nets play Philadelphia on Friday.

Durant recorded 23 points (9-13 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 3-4 FT), seven rebounds and one assist during Monday's preseason loss to the 76ers.

Durant logged 26 minutes of action and led the Nets both offensively and on the boards while nearly finishing with a double-double. Durant and James Harden (21 points) were the only starters to register double figures. The former MVP averaged 26.9 points, 7.1 rebounds and 5.6 assists across 35 games with Brooklyn last year.

Durant (rest) will play in Friday's preseason contest against the Bucks, Michael Grady of YES Network reports.

After sitting the preseason opener, Durant will make his preseason debut Friday. His minutes will likely be limited.

Durant is resting for the preseason opener Sunday against the Lakers, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

The Nets' Big 3, Joe Harris, Blake Griffin, James Johnson and Patty Mills are all sitting out the preseason opener. Brooklyn's bench unit will get plenty of run.

Durant will sign a four-year, $198 million extension with the Nets after he becomes eligible on Saturday, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

This isn't surprising, as Durant and Brooklyn have seemed to embrace each other after an impressive debut 2020-21 campaign with the team. In his 35 appearances, he averaged 26.9 points, 7.1 rebounds, 5.6 assists and 1.3 blocks while shooting a hyper-efficient 54/45/88. Durant was also dominant in the playoffs, and he averaged 35.4 points on 50/35/83 shooting, plus 10.6 rebounds, 5.4 assists and 2.7 combined steals-plus-blocks against the Bucks. Durant doesn't seem to be slowing down despite heading into his age 33 season and coming off a torn Achilles. He ranked fourth in per-game fantasy production last season. He was a rookie the last time he ranked outside of the top-8.

Durant finished Saturday's Game 7 loss to Milwaukee with 48 points (17-36 FG, 4-11 3Pt, 10-11 FT), nine rebounds, six assists, one steal and one block.

While the Nets came up short in overtime, it was another masterful performance for Durant, who carried Brooklyn for much of the series with Kyrie Irving (ankle) injured and James Harden (hamstring) limited. For the second time in three games, Durant went the full distance, playing all 53 minutes and leading the way offensively for a Nets team that got all 111 of its points from the starting five. Late in regulation, Durant drilled a long, pull-up two-pointer with his foot on the line to tie the game and force overtime. But Brooklyn was only able to muster two points in the extra period, with a Durant three-pointer falling well short with less than one second remaining. Nonetheless, it was a monster series for Durant, who topped 30 points five times and tallied 49, 32 and 48 points, respectively, over the final three games. More than anything, Durant officially reasserted himself as the the NBA's most lethal scorer after missing all of last season while recovering from the torn ACL and dealing with a series of

Durant closed with 32 points (15-30 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 0-2 FT), 11 rebounds and three assists in 40 minutes during Thursday's 104-89 loss to the Bucks.

Durant could not repeat his heroics from Game 5 but still managed a more than adequate scoring performance. Unfortunately, he received very little support from his teammates, something that will need to be rectified if they are to emerge victorious in Game 7.

Durant ended with 49 points (16-23 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 13-16 FT), 17 rebounds, 10 assists, three steals and two blocks across 48 minutes in Tuesday's win over the Bucks.

Durant carried the Nets on both ends of the court, as he played the entire game en route to posting his first triple-double of the current postseason. He's not going to log 48 minutes on a nightly basis, but the Nets needed him in this one and he delivered big time. He's now scored at least 28 points in every game this series, and more performances like Tuesday's one can be expected with Durant -- especially if Kyrie Irving (ankle) remains out and if James Harden remains limited to the hamstring problem that only allowed him to return for Game 5 and in a limited capacity.

Durant finished Sunday's Game 4 against Milwaukee with 28 points (9-25 FG, 1-8 3Pt, 9-10 FT), 13 rebounds, five assists, one steal and one block.

Durant got his numbers, but it wasn't an easy afternoon for the two-time Finals MVP, who was endlessly harassed by P.J. Tucker and needed 25 shots to get to 28 points. With Kyrie Irving exiting the game in the second quarter due to a sprained ankle, Durant was tasked with most of the heavy lifting, offensively, in the second half. And while he was able to keep the Nets within striking distance, Brooklyn played from behind for the entire third and fourth quarters. If both Irving and James Harden (hamstring) are unable to play in Tuesday's Game 5, Durant will again be asked to carry virtually the entire offense on his shoulders.

Durant provided 30 points (11-28 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 5-6 FT), 11 rebounds, five assists, four steals and a blocked shot across 43 minutes in Thursday's 86-83 loss to the Bucks.

The Nets were down by as much as 21 points early in the game, and it was primarily due to a sluggish start for Durant. He made up for it in the second half and helped erase a Milwaukee lead, but it wasn't enough to pull out a win. The Bucks were much more effective in double-teaming Durant and succeeded in forcing the Nets to beat them from the perimeter. Unfortunately for Brooklyn, none of their key scorers shot particularly well, and it showed in the total, as the Nets posted their lowest-scoring game of the season.

Durant finished Monday's Game 2 with 32 points (12-18 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 4-5 FT), six assists, four rebounds, one steal and one block.

The Nets seized control of the game from the opening tip and essentially locked up a victory by the end of the first quarter. As a result, Durant only saw 33 minutes of action, but that didn't stop him from posting another hyper-efficient fantasy line. Through the two easy wins over the Bucks, Durant is a combined 24-of-43 (55.8%) from the field. Brooklyn will now have a pair of off days before the series resumes in Milwaukee on Thursday night.

Durant ended with 29 points (12-25 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 10 rebounds, three assists, two blocks and one steal in 40 minutes during Saturday's 115-107 victory over the Bucks.

Durant was everywhere for the Nets as they took the upper hand in the series, powering to an eight point victory despite the fact James Harden (hamstring) was ruled out after just one minute of action. Durant lives for this time of the year and so it was no surprise to see him firing on all cylinders. Game 2 is on Monday and whether or not Harden is back on the floor, Durant should continue rolling on both ends of the floor.

Durant closed with 24 points (8-16 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four rebounds, three assists and three blocks in 37 minutes during Tuesday's 123-109 victory over the Celtics.

Durant took a backseat to the James Harden show as the Nets finally put the Celtics out of their misery with another comfortable victory. Durant is firing on all cylinders right now and appears primed for what should be a mouth-watering matchup with Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Bucks. Where this series takes us is anyone's guess but as fans, we simply need to sit back and enjoy the show.

Durant finished with 42 points (14-20 FG, 3-3 3Pt, 11-11 FT), five assists, four rebounds, two blocks and a steal across 40 minutes in Sunday's win over the Celtics.

Even though the Nets had an excellent offensive performance as a team, Durant was the undisputed star of the game with an efficient output and absolutely dominant stretches of play. That shouldn't be surprising considering the kind of scorer Durant is, but he seems to be taking his play to another level during the current postseason run -- he has scored 32 or more points in three of his four games so far. Durant is averaging 34.8 points per game while shooting an impressive 55.1 percent from the field so far in the series.

Durant posted 39 points (13-24 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 9-12 FT), nine rebounds, four steals, an assist and a block across 40 minutes in Friday's loss against the Celtics.

Durant has surpassed the 25-point mark in his three games of the current series, and he ended just one rebound away from putting up his second double-double in that span. While Durant has been making an impact on the glass of late with five straight appearances of at least eight boards, most of his fantasy upside is tied to his scoring figures -- and he's been extremely efficient so far. Through three games on the series, Durant is shooting 45.5 percent from the field while averaging 32.3 points per tilt in that span.

Durant tallied 26 points (8-12 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 8-8 FT), eight rebounds, five assists, four blocks and one steal in 29 minutes during Tuesday's 130-108 win over the Celtics.

The 32-year-old has been dialed in over his first two games in the NBA playoffs, averaging 29.0 points, 10.0 rebounds, 2.5 blocks and 1.0 steals in that span. Durant is also shooting a blistering 95 percent from the charity stripe, missing only once in 20 attempts. The 12-year veteran will look to keep up his phenomenal play in Game 3 on Friday.

Durant went for 32 points (10-25 FG, 1-8 3Pt, 11-12 FT), 12 rebounds, an assist, a block and a steal across 39 minutes in Saturday's win over Boston.

Durant ended the regular season with a 23-point performance but couldn't have wished for a better performance in his playoff debut, ending with a double-double while making an impact on both ends of the court. It's worth noting that Durant has scored at least 20 points in eight of his last 10 contests.

Durant totaled 23 points (8-10 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 6-6 FT), 13 assists and eight rebounds across 29 minutes in Sunday's 123-109 win over the Cavaliers.

Durant and Kyrie Irving put an exclamation point on their regular season campaign with a decisive win. The Nets are 6-2 with Durant, Harden and Irving in the lineup, so while eight games isn't a significant sample size, it's reasonable to assume we will see the big three right away after getting several days of rest. The combination will cause Durant's scoring to drop slightly, but he'll more than make up for it with nightly triple-double potential.

Durant posted 14 points (4-10 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 6-6 FT), seven rebounds, seven assists and three blocks across 29 minutes in Wednesday's win over the Spurs.

Durant didn't have his best shooting performance -- by his standards -- but still found a way to make an impact on both ends of the court, ending close to deliver a triple-double and recording multiple blocks for the fourth time over his last five games. Durant should bounce back -- from a scoring perspective -- when the Nets take on the Bulls on Saturday.

Durant posted 21 points (9-13 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-3 FT), eight assists, four rebounds, three blocks and one steal in 32 minutes during Tuesday's 115-107 win over the Bulls.

With Kyrie Irving (face) exiting after 21 minutes, Durant ended up as the team leader in assists and points. Tuesday also marked Durant's second game of the season with at least three blocks, coming up just one swat short of his season high.

Durant had 33 points (9-14 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 12-13 FT), 11 rebounds, seven assists, two steals and two blocks in Saturday's win over Denver.

Durant and Kyrie Irving (31 points) paced the Nets' offense and spurred a monster second-half run after Brooklyn fell behind by 15 after two quarters. It was a nice bounceback for Durant, who was coming off of a 20-point (7-21 FG) effort in Thursday's loss to Dallas. Over his last five games, Durant is averaging 33.8 points, 8.4 rebounds, 5.6 assists, 1.2 steals and 1.0 block with 3.2 made threes on 45.7 percent shooting from deep.

Durant registered 20 points (7-21 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 6-6 FT), nine rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal across 36 minutes during Thursday's 113-109 loss to the Mavs.

Durant was Jekyll and Hyde in Thursday's outing, going 6-for-10 in the first half before finishing with a 1-for-10 performance in the second half. Regardless, Durant topped 20 points for the eighth time in 10 games -- sans his April 18 game when he left with a thigh injury -- and is still an elite fantasy performer. In a more recent span, Durant is posting averages of 34.0 points, 7.8 rebounds, 5.3 assists, 1.0 steals and 0.8 blocks per game over his last four outings, all while attempting at least 20 shots in each contest.

Durant scored 32 points (11-22 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 6-7 FT) while adding nine rebounds, six assists, two blocks and a steal in 40 minutes during Tuesday's loss to the Bucks.

It was another elite performance from Durant in a clash with Giannis Antetokounmpo, although his numbers fell a little short of those posted by the Milwaukee superstar. Durant has dropped more than 30 points in four of five games since returning to action from a thigh bruise, averaging 33.2 points, 7.6 boards, 5.2 assists, 3.6 threes, 1.4 steals and 1.0 blocks over that stretch while shooting 56.1 percent from the field and a blistering 54.5 percent from beyond the arc.

Durant produced 42 points (16-33 FG, 7-13 3Pt, 3-4 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists and a steal across 40 minutes in Sunday's 117-114 loss to the Bucks.

Durant missed a last-second three-pointer to send the game into overtime, but the Nets wouldn't have been anywhere close to tying the game without Durant. Although he's put up his share of excellent performances with Brooklyn, Sunday's game was arguably his best yet. He crushed previous season-highs in shot attempts (33) and made three-pointers (7), and went shot-for-shot against Giannis Antetokounmpo in one of the best faceoffs this season.

Durant (rest) will play Sunday against the Bucks, Billy Reinhardt of NetsDaily.com reports.

As expected, after getting one game off for rest, Durant will be back in action Sunday. Over his past three appearances, he's averaged 30.7 points, 6.3 rebounds, 6.0 assists, 1.7 steals and 1.0 blocks in 32.3 minutes.

Durant (rest) won't play Friday against the Trail Blazers, Kristian Winfield of the New York Daily News reports.

The 32-year-old will sit out the second half of the back-to-back set after putting up 42 points (16-24 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 8-8 FT), 10 assists, three rebounds and a steal in 36 minutes during Thursday's win over the Pacers. Kyrie Irving (groin) didn't play Thursday but is available and should lead the offense Friday. Durant should rejoin the lineup Sunday at Milwaukee.

Durant tallied 42 points (16-24 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 8-8 3Pt), 10 assists, three rebounds and a steal over 36 minutes in a 130-113 win over Indiana on Thursday.

The Nets were without both Kyrie Irving (groin) and James Harden (hamstring) against the Pacers, so Durant carried the team on his shoulders and guided Brooklyn to a relatively easy win. The veteran was particularly lethal in the third quarters, scoring 22 points to help the Nets build a big lead. He made two-thirds of his 24 field-goal attempts overall and also functioned as the team's top distributor with 10 dimes. Durant's 42 points tied his season high, and the performance was his second straight double-double and ninth overall this season. Durant hasn't really missed a beat after being on the shelf all of last season. He is averaging 27.6 points, 6.7 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 1.3 blocked shots in his first season with Brooklyn.

Durant scored 17 points (5-7 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 4-4 FT) with 10 rebounds, four assists, two steals and two blocks in a 116-103 victory over the Raptors on Tuesday.

Durant returned to the starting lineup in his second game back from a thigh injury and recorded his eighth double-double of the season. The forward also had an impact on the defensive end, recording multiple steals and multiple blocks for just the second time this year. Durant has averaged 25.0 points, 8.0 rebounds, 4.0 assists, 2.0 steals and 1.5 blocks since returning from his three-game absence and should provide elite production for fantasy managers in the last few weeks of the season.

Durant is starting Tuesday's game against the Raptors, and his minutes limit will increase, Alex Schiffer of The Athletic reports.

Durant made his return from a three-game absence due to a thigh injury Sunday, and he posted 33 points, six rebounds, four assists, two steals and a block in 28 minutes. His minutes limit has been increased for Tuesday, so, assuming the game remains competitive, Durant could certainly see minutes in the low-to-mid 30s.

Durant compiled 33 points (12-21 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 7-8 FT), six rebounds, four assists, two steals and a blocked shot across 28 minutes in Sunday's 128-119 win over the Suns.

Coach Steve Nash used Durant in the second unit the last time he returned from injury in early April, and it's worked well for the All-Star in both instances. Durant certainly looked like he could handle more than the 28 minutes allotted to him, and it was encouraging to see at least two of Brooklyn's elites back on the floor at the same time. Durant has played only 25 games this season. Despite the enormous talent available, many speculate that Durant, Kyrie Irving and James Harden (hamstring) won't have sufficient time to develop the chemistry necessary for a playoff run. With only two of the pieces intact, the Nets will carry on and hope for the best.

Durant will come off the bench Sunday in his return from a thigh injury, Billy Reinhardt of NetsDaily.com reports.

Durant will come off the bench for the third time this season as the team works him back into game shape following a three-game absence. The bench role shouldn't affect his workload as coach Steve Nash had already said Durant would be limited to less than 30 minutes in his return.

Durant (thigh) is expected to play less than 30 minutes Sunday against Washington, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Durant will expectedly have his minutes somewhat limited Sunday as the team will be cautious with him in a return from another injury. It sounds like he will see minutes somewhere in the mid 20s, which should still allow him to post decent numbers considering his usual top-tier efficiency.

Durant (thigh) will play Sunday against the Wizards, Alex Schiffer of The Athletic reports.

Durant will return from a three-game absence as expected after dealing with a bruised left thigh. The 32-year-old likely won't be looking at an extremely heavy workload in his return from injury, as the team will likely be cautious with him.

Durant (thigh) is planning to play Sunday against Phoenix, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Durant has missed the last three games due to a left thigh bruise, but it looks quite likely that he will available Sunday barring a last-minute setback. His likely return wouldn't bode well for the workloads of Jeff Green, Blake Griffin and Landry Shamet.

Durant (thigh) is probable for Sunday's game against the Suns, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

After a three-game absence due to a bruised left thigh, Durant is expected to return Sunday. There's a strong chance he'll rejoin the starting five, which could push Landry Shamet back to the bench.

Durant (thigh) is out Friday against the Celtics, Billy Reinhardt of NetsDaily.com reports.

A bruised left thigh will keep Durant out for a third straight game. Jeff Green has started in his place and is likely to do so again Friday.

Durant (thigh) is questionable for Friday's game against Boston, Billy Reinhardt of NetsDaily.com reports.

Durant has missed the last two games due to a bruised left thigh, but he has a chance to return Friday. Landry Shamet and Jeff Green could see a decreased workload if Durant is able to return.

Durant (thigh) is out Wednesday against the Raptors, Billy Reinhardt of NetsDaily.com reports.

Durant will miss a second straight contest due to a bruised left thigh. During Tuesday's game, Joe Harris, Landry Shamet and Jeff Green started on the wing. Bruce Brown and Timothe Luwawu-Cabarrot also remain candidates to see extra minutes.

Durant (thigh) has been ruled out of Tuesday's game against the Pelicans, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

The good news is Durant has only been diagnosed with a bruised thigh, so it looks as though he's avoided an injury that would keep him out for an extended period. He'll miss at least one game in the immediate future, however, and with the Nets entering a back-to-back, Durant should be considered very much questionable for Wednesday's game against Toronto.

Durant (thigh) will not return to Sunday's game against Miami, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Durant sustained the injury early in the first quarter after starting the game 3-for-3 from the field for eight points across four minutes. It's unclear how much time, if any, Durant will have to miss due to the injury but he's questionable at this point for Tuesday's game against the Pelicans. Durant was playing in just his 24th game of the season as he's battled a hamstring injury. His absence means Kyrie Irving will likely take on even more of an offensive workload.

Durant scored 25 points (8-12 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 6-6 FT) while adding 11 assists, three rebounds and a block in 30 minutes during Friday's win over the Hornets.

It's the seventh double-double of the season for Durant, but only the second involving assists rather than rebounds. The 30 minutes of court time were also the most he's seen since returning to action from a hamstring injury April 7, but even on a minutes restriction Durant has stayed productive, averaging 36.0 points, 6.7 assists, 4.7 boards and 2.7 threes over his last three starts.

Durant (injury management) will not play in Wednesday's game against the 76ers, Malika Andrews of ESPN reports.

After Monday's game against Minnesota was pushed to Tuesday, it became likely that Durant would ultimately end up sitting out Wednesday as the team manages his workload in back-to-back sets. Durant looked great in Tuesday's 30-point victory, putting up 31 points on just 15 shots in 27 minutes of action. Expect the two-time Finals MVP to return for Friday's home matchup against Charlotte.

Durant tallied 31 points (11-15 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 5-6 FT), four rebounds and four assists in 27 minutes during Tuesday's 127-97 win over the Timberwolves.

The 32-year-old looked unstoppable against the lowly Timberwolves, making all but four of his 15 shot attempts. Durant's 27 minutes of action was the most since his return from a 23-game absence caused by a hamstring injury. The Nets have not determined whether the 13-year veteran will play in the second game of a back-to-back set Wednesday against the 76ers.

Durant and the Nets will play the Timberwolves on Tuesday afternoon at 4 p.m. ET, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Monday's game that was postponed following a police-involved shooting in Minneapolis will now be played Tuesday with no fans in attendance. Durant has been available on a minutes restriction in the last two outings after returning from a hamstring injury, so that trend should continue Tuesday.

Durant and the Nets will not play Monday against the Timberwolves after the game was postponed, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

The league moved to postpone the game following a police-involved shooting in Minneapolis, though Wojnarowski reports it could be made up as soon as Tuesday night. If that's the case, it would result in a Tuesday/Wednesday back-to-back set for the Nets, who play at Philadelphia on Wednesday night.

Durant turned in 22 points (8-17 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 5-5 FT), seven rebounds, five assists and a blocked shot across 24 minutes in Saturday's 126-101 loss to the Lakers.

Durant was still on a minute restriction in the loss, and his eight turnovers showed that the All-Star needs to shed some significant rust from his game before his output is maximized. The wheels came off the bus after Kyrie Irving's ejection, and the Nets never recovered. Durant's minutes will continue to rise over the next week as he re-acclimates to full-contact play.

Durant will start Saturday's game against the Lakers but will remain on an increased minutes limit, Rachel Nichols of ESPN reports.

Durant came off the bench in his first game back from a 23-game absence caused by a hamstring injury. He posted 17 points, seven rebounds, five assists and one block across 19 minutes in that contest. Durant's increased minutes limit hasn't been clarified, but it seems reasonable to expect him to see minutes in the mid-20s.

Durant scored 17 points (5-5 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 5-5 FT) while adding seven rebounds, five assists and a block across 19 minutes off the bench in Wednesday's win over the Pelicans.

Durant took the court for the first time in almost two months and didn't show any signs of rust, as he didn't miss a single shot throughout the game en route to a 17-point outing. Durant might be on a minutes restriction in his first few games back in action after missing 23 straight games, but if Wednesday's contest is of any indication, he should be back to his regular workload -- both in terms of production and minutes -- sooner than later.

Durant will come off the bench Wednesday against the Pelicans, Alex Schiffer of The Athletic reports.

The 32-year-old was announced as a starter for his return to the court for the first time since mid-February, but a late change will result in him coming off the bench. The reason for the late move remains unclear since Durant is still expected to play Wednesday.

Durant (hamstring) will be available to play Wednesday against the Pelicans.

As anticipated, Durant will be back in action for the first time since mid-February after missing the Nets' last 23 games with a left hamstring strain. Given the extra caution the Nets took with Durant while he managed the injury, there's reason to hope that he'll quickly return to the elite form he displayed prior to missing time, though head coach Steve Nash is still expected to limit the 32-year-old's minutes to some extent in his first game in nearly two months. Durant is also a candidate sit out at least one half of the Nets' remaining back-to-back sets this season, but Brooklyn is likely just happy to have one of its stars back in action, especially with James Harden now at risk of missing extended time with a hamstring injury of his own.

Durant (hamstring) is expected to make his return for Wednesday's game against the Pelicans, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

A strained left hamstring has kept Durant out of 26 of the Nets' last 27 games (including 23 straight), but all indications are that the two-time Finals MVP will be back in action Wednesday night. Durant is officially designated as probable on the Nets' injury report. When healthy, Durant has played at an elite level this season, averaging 29.0 points, 7.3 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 1.4 blocks per contest. He's appeared in just 19 games, however, and the Nets will likely build in some rest nights over the final six weeks of the season. The Nets have four back-to-backs remaining on the schedule, the first of which arrives April 20 and 21.

Durant (hamstring) will not play Monday against the Knicks, Billy Reinhardt of Nets Daily reports.

The Nets left the door open for Durant to return, but he was initially listed as doubtful so it never appeared overly realistic. The former MVP continues to move in the right direction, however, and the hope is that he can be back in the lineup at some point during Week 16. The Nets host the Pelicans on Wednesday before finishing up a three-game week Saturday night against the Lakers.

Durant (hamstring) is out Sunday against the Bulls, Billy Reinhardt of NetsDaily.com reports.

As expected, Durant will remain sidelined Sunday, and he's also doubtful for Monday's game against the Knicks. James Harden (hamstring) is also out Sunday, which should lead to plenty of opportunities for Kyrie Irving.

Durant (hamstring) is doubtful for Sunday's game against the Bulls and Monday's game against the Knicks, Alex Schiffer of The Athletic reports.

Durant is reportedly "closing in" on a return, but it still seems likely that we might not see him for another week. As long as he's out, Tyler Johnson, Bruce Brown, Landy Shamet and Timothe Luwawu-Cabarrot remain beneficiaries.

Durant (hamstring) is "closing in" on a return, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Expect Durant to be out Thursday, but there's optimism about his return sooner than later. However, the Nets continue to be as vague as possible regarding Durant's injury and timetable, so it's not clear what "closing in" on a return actually means. He should tentatively be considered questionable for Sunday's game against the Bulls.

Coach Steve Nash said Sunday he doesn't expect Durant (hamstring) to play this week, Alex Schiffer of The Athletic reports.

The 32-year-old's absence will extend into April as Brooklyn continues to slow play his return from the left hamstring injury. Durant is playing 4-on-4 with no issues, so he at least appears to be closing in on his return to game action. The Nets further bolstered their frontcourt depth with the signing of LaMarcus Aldridge on Saturday while Durant is set to miss at least four more games.

Durant (hamstring) is expected to remain out for another one-to-two weeks as the Nets exercise caution with his recovery, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Durant is set for another scan on his strained left hamstring this week, after which we may get some more details as to when he's expected back. The All-Star forward has not played since Feb. 13, and he's missed 13 of the Nets' last 14 contests. When healthy, Durant has put up MVP-caliber numbers in his return from a torn Achilles, but his 19 total missed games have been a thorn in the side of fantasy managers. Assuming he remains sideliend for the entirety of Week 13, Durant will add at least four more absences to his tally.

Durant (hamstring) will remain sidelined for Monday's matchup with the Knicks, Chris Milholen of Nets Daily reports.

Durant is still without an official timetable to reutrn. Given he has been sidelined since Feb. 14 with a left hamstring strain, a return to practice will be the first step for him to ramp things up. While he is sidelined, look for Bruce Brown to continue seeing an increased role with the team, and Timothe Luwawu-Cabarrot (knee) should also see extra run assuming he returns Monday.

Durant (hamstring) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Celtics and is scheduled for medical imaging next week, Malika Andrews of ESPN.com reports.

The team didn't provide an updated return timeline, but coach Steve Nash said there will be an "appropriate ramp up" period before Durant is cleared to play, so he should remain sidelined for the near future. The 32-year-old hasn't seen game action since Feb. 14 due to a left hamstring strain, and the Nets are remaining cautious to try and avoid any issues later in the season.

Durant (hamstring) will not play before the All-Star break, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

A strained left hamstring has prevented Durant from seeing the court since Feb. 13, and he'll continue to be sidelined for at least the next three games. In his absence, Bruce Brown, Timothe Luwawau-Cabarrot and Tyler Johnson should continue seeing expanded roles.

Durant (hamstring) is out for Thursday's game against the Magic, Billy Reinhardt of NetsDaily.com reports.

Durant will miss a sixth straight game with a strained left hamstring. After Thursday's game, he has just three more chances to take the court before the All-Star break.

Durant (hamstring) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Kings, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

The 31-year-old will be sidelined for the fifth consecutive contest due to the hamstring injury, which comes after coach Steve Nash said Sunday he had "no update" on the former MVP. Durant's next chance to take the court will be Thursday versus Orlando, though there's been no indication he's expected to retake the court to this point.

Durant (hamstring) remains without a firm timetable to return to game action, Alex Schiffer of The Athletic reports.

Coach Steve Nash told the media Sunday that he has "no update" on Durant, though he did note that the team's training staff said the All-Star is "improving at a rapid rate." The Nets, and fantasy managers alike, will hope that Durant can return at some point in Week 10, but he's a risky start in weekly lineup leagues, especially considering Brooklyn has only three games on the schedule.

Durant (hamstring) is out Sunday against the Clippers, Malika Andrews of ESPN.com reports.

Durant remains without a timeline for a return from a strained left hamstring, and he'll still be out Sunday. The team is looking for him to show "improved strength" before he retakes the court. His next chance to play arrives Tuesday against the Kings.

Durant (hamstring) is without a timetable for a return as the team is looking for him to show "improved strength," Mark Medina of USA Today reports.

Durant had already been ruled out of Thursday's contest against the Lakers due to a hamstring strain, but this report comes as a bit alarming as it doesn't sound like the 32-year-old's return is necessarily imminent. Brooklyn has two days off after Thursday's tilt, so perhaps Durant will be feeling better by the time Sunday's matchup against the Clippers comes around. The team has no strong motivation to rush Durant back, however, and will take every precaution as he plays in his first season since suffering an Achilles tear.

Durant (hamstring) is out Thursday against the Lakers, Mark Stein of The New York Times reports.

Durant will miss a third straight game Thursday as a result of a strained left hamstring. The organization will be understandably cautious with the future Hall-of-Famer considering he's coming off a torn Achilles. Even with that being the case, Durant has been excellent this season, averaging 29.0 points, 7.3 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 1.4 blocks in 35.7 minutes.

Durant won't play Monday against the Kings or Tuesday against the Suns due to a mild left hamstring strain, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Durant returned to play Saturday after a three-game absence due to the league's health and safety protocols. However, he'll now be sidelined for at least two games due to a mild hamstring injury. In his absence, Jeff Green, Timothe Luwawu-Cabarrot and Bruce Brown should see increased roles for the Nets.

Durant recorded 20 points (8-19 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 3-4 FT), six assists, five rebounds and two blocks Saturday in a 134-117 away win over the Warriors.

Durant's return from COVID-19 protocols coincided with his first away game against his former Warriors team. Durant was not limited in his return, playing 33 minutes and attempting a team-high 19 field goals. Saturday's performance was a bit underwhelming, but Durant will have plenty of chances to shine as long as he is healthy.

Durant (COVID-19 protocols) rejoined the Nets on Friday and will play Saturday against the Warriors, Alex Schiffer of The Athletic reports.

The 32-year-old missed the past three games while going through the league's health and safety protocols, but he rejoined the team when first eligible Friday. According to Greg Joyce of the New York Post, coach Steve Nash said Durant won't face any limitations after being sidelined for a week.

Durant (COVID-19 protocols) will re-join the Nets on Friday, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Durant was initially held out of Friday's game against the Raptors until contact tracing was completed. He was then allowed into the game but then pulled after playing 19 minutes, with the league citing health and safety protocols. He was subsequently ruled out for Saturday's game against the 76ers but then had his status updated to questionable. Now, he's been ruled out for that game and will remain away from the team until Friday. The situation has been a bit of a headache for fantasy managers, but at least now there's a firm stance by the NBA. While Durant is sidelined, Jeff Green, Timothe Luwawu-Cabarrot and Bruce Brown could all see increased roles.

Durant (COVID-19 protocols) has been ruled out Saturday against the 76ers.

Durant will miss Saturday's game as he remains in the league's health and safety protocols due to COVID-19 contact tracing. Bruce Brown, Jeff Green and Timothe Luwawu-Cabarrot could see increased playing time with Durant unavailable. It's not yet clear when Durant will return.

Durant (COVID-19 protocols) is questionable for Saturday's game against Philadelphia, Ian Begley of SportsNet New York reports.

Durant was initially slated to miss Saturday's game, but he's now listed as questionable due to the league's health and safety protocols. If he's unable to play, Bruce Brown and Jeff Green could see increased run for Brooklyn.

Durant (COVID-19 protocols) won't travel with the team for Saturday's game against the 76ers, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Durant is going through contact tracing that held him out for most of the second half Friday, and he'll be unavailable for Saturday's contest as a result. It's not yet clear when he could return to action. Bruce Brown, Jeff Green and Timothe Luwawu-Cabarrot could see increased run for the Nets in his absence.

Durant (COVID-19 protocols) is unlikely to play in Saturday's game against Philadelphia, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Durant was removed from Friday's game against the Raptors early due to the league's health and safety protocols, and he's unlikely to travel with the team to Philadelphia ahead of Saturday's game against the 76ers. The league is still conferring with the Nets regarding his ability to travel, but Bruce Brown and Jeff Green could see increased run for the Nets if Durant is unavailable Saturday.

Durant (COVID-19 protocols) was removed from Friday's game against Toronto in the third quarter and won't return, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Durant was unavailable to start Friday's game due to contact tracing, but he checked into the game early in the first quarter. However, he was removed from the game just after halftime due to the league's health and safety protocols. Prior to his removal, he recorded eight points (3-8 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), six rebounds, five assists, one steal and one block over 19 minutes. It's not yet clear whether he'll be able to return for Saturday's matchup against the 76ers.

Durant (COVID-19 protocols) has entered Friday's game against the Raptors.

Durant was pulled from the starting lineup minutes before Friday's game due to health and safety protocols. It appears whatever test the league was waiting for has come back in his favor. The perenial All-Star checked into the game with four minutes left in the first quarter and should see his normal workload the remainder of the way.

Durant (COVID-19 protocols) is unavailable to start Friday's game against the Raptors.

Durant was initially listed as a starter for Friday's game against Toronto, but the team said that he won't be available to begin the game while undergoing contact tracing. The Nets are still awaiting an update regarding whether he'll be available later in the contest, but Bruce Brown is starting in his place Friday.

Durant recorded 28 points (11-13 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 5-5 FT), nine rebounds and one block Tuesday in a 124-120 home win over the Clippers.

Durant's 13 shots were a season low, but he made up for the unimpressive number with his season-best 84.6 shot percentage. He has been absolutely unstoppable across his past three games, averaging 32.3 points on a 60.3 field-goal percentage. More importantly, Durant led in shot attempts only one of those nights (Jan. 27 at Atlanta, 26) and shows no signs of diminished value despite having less of the ball.

Duran compiled 37 points (11-19 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 13-13 FT), seven rebounds, six assists, two steals and a blocked shot across 38 minutes in Sunday's 149-146 loss to the Wizards.

Despite the narrow loss, Durant keeps on rolling with superior production. Over the last five games, he's averaged 31.6 points, 8.2 rebounds, 5.0 assists, and 2.2 blocks. He's going to burn fantasy managers with a rest day, especially on a back-to-back, but he's otherwise one of the most prolific producers in the league

Durant will start Sunday's game against the Wizards, Alex Schiffer of The Athletic reports.

Durant was held out for rest purposes Friday against Oklahoma City, but as expected he's back in the lineup at one forward spot Sunday. The Nets will be without James Harden (thigh), so Durant will start along with DeAndre Jordan, Bruce Brown, Joe Harris and Kyrie Irving.

Durant will not play Friday against the Thunder due to injury recovery, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Durant's minutes have been shockingly high after being about a year and a half removed from an Achilles tear. He's averaging 36.7 minutes on the season but has garnered 40.5 minutes per game across his past six appearances. With Durant sidelined Friday, expect Jeff Green, Timothe Luwawu-Cabarrot and Bruce Brown to see more minutes.

Durant recorded 32 points (13-26 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 3-4 FT), five rebounds, two assists and two blocks across 42 minutes Wednesday in a 132-128 overtime win at Atlanta.

Despite returning from a torn Achilles and the Nets' relatively recent acquisition of James Harden, it is Durant who remains their leading scorer on offense. He has led them in points across all their past three games, averaging 27.7 points in the process. Considering the Nets also won those three games while playing with Harden and Kyrie Irving, it is a promising sign that he will remain their leading scorer while they continue to play together this season.

Durant had 20 points (6-21 FG, 3-12 3Pt, 5-6 FT), 13 rebounds, five assists, a steal and two blocks across 38 minutes in Monday's win over the Heat.

Durant struggled badly from the field in this one, but he still found a way to pace the Nets in both points and rebounds while also ending as the team's second-best passer. Durant is having an MVP-caliber season and this game is the best example, as he is still able to post strong stat lines even when he's struggling from the field. He has scored 20 or more points in every single game this season.

Durant posted 31 points (11-19 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 5-6 FT), four rebounds, four assists and two blocked shots across 37 minutes in Saturday's 128-124 win over the Heat.

Durant came out the winner among the three-person behemoth that now dominates Brooklyn's lineup. The trio of Durant, James Harden and Kyrie Irving hasn't had much experience playing together so far, but Durant has an excellent chance to be the most consistent component of the trio. Aside from the obvious advantage of holding up the frontcourt as its primary playmaker, he has excellent floor-stretching ability and can drill the long ball at any given moment.

Durant (Achilles injury recovery) will be available for Saturday's game against the Heat, Marc J. Spears of ESPN.com reports.

Durant sat out the front end of the back-to-back set Friday, but he'll be able to return to the floor for Saturday's matchup. He should return to the starting five after his night off, while Joe Harris should see a decreased role for the Nets.

Durant (Achilles injury recovery) won't play Friday against the Cavaliers, Malika Andrews of ESPN.com reports.

The 32-year-old was added to the injury report as questionable Friday morning and has now been ruled out after playing 50 minutes during Wednesday's loss to Cleveland. It's also the front end of a back-to-back set, so it's a good opportunity for the Nets to limit Durant's workload coming off the Achilles surgery. Joe Harris could be more involved in the offense for Brooklyn during his absence.

Durant is questionable for Friday's game at Cleveland for right Achilles injury recovery, Malika Andrews of ESPN.com reports.

Durant is averaging 38.3 minutes over the past six games and played 50 minutes Wednesday, so the Nets appear to be considering giving him some rest heading into Friday's and Saturday's back-to-back set. Even if Durant plays Friday against the Cavs, his status may still be in question for Saturday's matchup with the Heat.

Durant had 38 points (12-25 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 11-13 FT), 12 rebounds, eight assists, a steal and four blocks across 50 minutes in Wednesday's double-overtime loss against the Cavaliers.

Durant paced the Nets in scoring and rebounds while ending just two dimes away from a triple-double, and he also registered a season-high mark in blocks. Durant has scored at least 26 points in all but one game this season, but he has taken things to a whole new level of late -- he has scored 30 or more points in five of his last six games. Perhaps more importantly, Durant has looked comfortable playing alongside both James Harden and Kyrie Irving, and he should continue to work as Brooklyn's main scoring option in a star-studded lineup that includes three of the best offensive players in The Association.

Durant posted 30 points (10-21 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 8-9 FT), nine rebounds, six assists and two blocks across 36 minutes in Monday's 125-123 win over the Bucks.

Durant ended just one rebound and four assists shy of recording his first triple-double of the season, and he has been an absolute monster across all fantasy formats due to his ability to stuff the stat sheet with ease. Durant has scored at least 30 points in four of his last five games since his return to action following a three-game absence due to the league's health and safety protocols, and he has also posted two double-doubles during that span.

Durant scored a season-high 42 points (16-26 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 5-5 FT) while adding five assists, four rebounds, two steals and two blocks in 40 minutes during Saturday's 122-115 win over the Magic.

It took a little while for Durant and James Harden to get used to playing with each other again in Harden's Brooklyn debut, as exemplified by their combined 15 turnovers, but once they found their old chemistry the results were, well, magic. Durant has yet to score less than 22 points in a game this season, but his production could be set to soar with Harden now in the fold and Kyrie Irving (personal) preparing for his return as well.

Durant dropped 26 points (10-18 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 3-4 FT), six assists, three rebounds and two blocks in 30 minutes during Wednesday's 116-109 win over the Knicks.

After missing all of last season with a ruptured Achilles' tendon, Durant played in back-to-back games since April 4-5 of 2019 with the Golden State Warriors. While his streak of three straight double-doubles came to an end, he extended his streak of scoring 20 or more points to 10 consecutive games dating back to his 2018-19 campaign.

Durant plans on playing Wednesday against the Nuggets, which is the second game of a back-to-back, Malika Andrews of ESPN.com reports.

Coming off an Achilles tear, Durant has looked very much like himself. He dropped 34 points, 13 assists and nine rebounds in Tuesday's win over Denver. Prior to that contest, he was averaging 29.3 points, 7.6 rebounds, 4.7 assists and 1.9 combined steals-plus-blocks. There was some concern that Durant may not appear in any back-to-backs this season due to concern about the Achilles. He rested one back-to-back earlier this season, but it seems like the restrictions are off. Expect him to play Wednesday unless the medical staff steps in.

Durant scored 34 points (12-18 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 6-7 FT) to go with 13 assists and nine rebounds across 36 minutes in a 122-116 win over Denver on Tuesday.

Durant scored north of 30 points for the second straight game after returning from COVID-19 protocols. The forward scored 20 points after halftime alone on 8-of-9 shooting from the field, helping erase a 16-point deficit coming into the third quarter. Durant scored six of Brooklyn's final nine points with under two minutes to play, securing the win. The former MVP logged his third straight double-double of the season.

Durant finished with 36 points (11-21 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 12-15 FT), 11 boards, four assists, and one block in 38 minutes of a 129-116 loss to the Thunder on Sunday.

Durant rejoined the roster after isolating due to Covid-19 exposure, but showed no rust despite the rest, setting a season high in points in the contest while matching a season best rebounding total. He'll face the Nuggets on Tuesday.

Durant (COVID-19 protocols) is available to play Sunday against the Thunder, Tim Bontemps of ESPN.com reports.

Durant will make his return after missing the last three games due to the league's health and safety protocols. With Kyrie Irving still out due to personal reasons, Durant should have a big game as is customary for him. The 32-year-old is averaging 28.2 points, 7.0 rebounds, 4.8 assists, 2.5 triples and 1.2 steals per game so far for the Nets.

Durant (COVID-19 protocols) is probable for Sunday's matchup against the Thunder.

As expected, Durant will likely return to the lineup provided he continues testing negative for coronavirus. He's had a great start to the season, averaging 28.2 points, 7.0 rebounds, 4.8 assists and 1.2 steals in his six appearances.

Durant (COVID-19) could return to the lineup Sunday against the Thunder, provided he continues to test negative for the virus, Malika Andrews of ESPn reports.

Durant was thought to be facing a seven-day quarantine, but it appears he may be able to return a day or two ahead of schedule, according to coach Steve Nash. Durant should still be considered day-to-day in the meantime, but a return for Sunday's game versus the Thunder -- rather than Tuesday's game versus Denver -- seems very realistic.

Durant is expected to face a seven-day quarantine period due to contact tracing for COVID-19 exposure, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Details are still trickling in, but it appears as though Durant was exposed to a positive COVID-19 case, so he'll face a week-long quarantine, per the NBA's health and safety protocols. Durant, himself, had the virus back in May, so while he continues to test negative, he'll be set to miss the Nets' next four games. Brooklyn's opponents during that span are the Jazz (Tuesday), 76ers (Thursday), Grizzlies (Friday) and Thunder (Sunday).

Durant will not play in Tuesday's game against Utah due to "health and safety protocols," per Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports.

At this time, it's unclear what, exactly, led to Durant being ruled out, and it's also unclear whether he might be set for a multi-game absence. For fantasy managers in weekly leagues, starting Durant will carry significant risk -- especially considering the Nets have a back-to-back set on Thursday (vs. PHI) and Friday (at MEM). Even if Durant is cleared to return for following Tuesday's game, there's a good chance he'd sit one-half of the back-to-back. Expect Caris LeVert, Timothe Luwawu-Cabarrot and Taurean Prince to pick up some minutes in Durant's absence Tuesday.

Durant had 28 points (8-15 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 10-12 FT), 11 rebounds and seven assists during a defeat to the Wizards on Sunday.

Durant continued to wave off post-injury concerns with his second double-double in three games. Durant's only issue was with turnovers, which he recorded three of before reaching five points. Durant has added a turnover for every Brooklyn game he's played, from one in his debut to six in his sixth game.

Durant had 28 points (10-21 FG, 2-7 3PT, 6-6 FT), eight rebounds, four assists and two blocks in Friday's loss to the Hawks.

The Hawks got the best of Brooklyn in Friday's rematch, but Durant turned in another stellar fantasy performance. Through five games, Durant looks every bit the part of a top-five player int he league, averaging 28.2 points, 6.2 boards, 4.4 assists, 1.4 steals, 1.0 blocks and 2.6 made threes with a 51/50/90 shooting line.

Durant poured in 33 points (11-22 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 9-9 FT) to go with 11 rebounds, eight assists, one steal and one block across 35 minutes Wednesday in the Nets' 145-141 win over the Hawks.

Durant had already been impressive in his first three outings of the regular season after missing the entire 2019-20 campaign while recovering from Achilles surgery, but he elevated his production to new heights in Wednesday's offensive shootout. In addition to providing his points in efficient fashion, Durant set new season highs in rebounds and assists. Brooklyn may still choose to be selective with using Durant in both ends of back-to-back sets throughout the season, but fantasy managers that nabbed in late in the first round or in the second round of drafts have to be elated about their investment thus far.

Durant (rest) is not on the injury report for Wednesday's game against the Hawks, Alex Schiffer of The Athletic reports.

As expected, Durant will return after being rested during Monday's overtime loss to the Grizzlies. The 32-year-old forward is looking excellent through the first three games of the year, with averages of 26.7 points on 53.2 percent shooting, 4.0 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 3.0 threes and 1.7 steals per game. Durant and Kyrie Irving's return will equate to decreased workloads for Timothe Luwawu-Cabarrot and Taurean Prince.

Durant will be rested for Monday's game against the Grizzlies, Mike Scotto of USA Today reports.

The Nets initially left the door open for Durant to play both halves of the back-to-back, but they'll ultimately play it safe and hold the superstar out after he played 36 minutes in Sunday night's surprising loss to Charlotte. Durant said he eventually hopes to play in back-to-backs, but that's something the team will address as the season progresses. Expect Caris LeVert to take on more of the scoring burden in Durant's absence, while Taurean Prince, Jeff Green (face) and Rodions Kurucs could all see increased minutes.

Durant recorded 29 points (9-15 FG, 5-7 3Pt, 6-9 FT), three rebounds, four assists and a block across 36 minutes in Sunday's loss against the Hornets.

Durant might have ended as the game's top scorer, but that wasn't enough for a Nets team that saw their two-game winning streak end unexpectedly. Even with the loss, Durant continues to be as good as he had never been injured -- he now has two straight games with 29 points and has surpassed the 20-point plateau in his three games this season. It remains to be seen if he will be available for Monday's tilt against the Grizzlies since it will be the second half of a back-to-back, though.

Durant will start Sunday's game against the Hornets, but the Nets are yet to determine his status for Monday's matchup against the Grizzlies, Malika Andrews of ESPN reports.

The Nets are heading into their first back-to-back of the season, so this could set the precedent for how they handle Durant's workload. The prevailing belief heading into the year was that Durant would sit one half of back-to-backs, and while that could very well be the case, the fact that the team is yet to make a decision has to be viewed as a positive indication. The two-time Finals MVP has looked like his old self through two games, and he finished the Nets' Christmas Day dismantling of the Celtics with 29 points, four rebounds, three assists and two steals.

Durant compiled 29 points (9-16 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 8-9 FT), four rebounds, three assists and two steals across 33 minutes in Friday's 123-95 win over the Celtics.

Durant's totals would have been much higher, but he ended up taking a seat in the fourth quarter as the Nets continued to pull away. If the first week of action is any indication, Durant and Kyrie Irving have helped the Nets lift their pedigree to one of the most promising teams in the Eastern Conference.

Durant posted 22 points (7-16 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 7-7 FT), five rebounds, three assists, three steals and one block in 25 minutes Tuesday in the Nets' 125-99 win over the Warriors.

Making his long-awaited regular-season debut for the Nets, Durant didn't exhibit any signs of rust after a year-and-a-half-long layoff. Durant meshed well with co-star Kyrie Irving, as the duo combined for 48 points on 32 shots in the three quarters of action before both were rested for the final period of the blowout. Durant is expected to have his workload managed to some degree as he returns from the ruptured right Achilles' tendon that sidelined him for the entire 2019-20 season, but thus far during his limited sample of preseason action along with Tuesday's contest, he already looks to be in top form.

Durant tallied 25 points (9-16 FG, 2-5 3PT, 5-6 FT), six rebounds, two assists and three blocks in Friday's 113-89 victory against the Celtics. He also had a steal and a turnover in the game.

Durant built upon Sunday's solid performance with an even better one on Friday. After sitting out the entire 2019/20 season through injury, he looks at full strength heading into this one.

Durant had 15 points (5-12 FG, 0-2 3PT, 5-6 FT), three assists, three rebounds and two blocks in Sunday's preseason win over the Wizards.

In his first NBA action since the 2019 NBA Finals, Durant played 24 minutes and looked mostly like his old self. Durant scored his first points on a blow-by dunk and helped the Nets to a 38-20 advantage at the end of the first quarter. The Nets play just one more preseason game (Friday in Boston) before next Tuesday's regular season opener against Golden State.

Coach Steve Nash said he hopes to play Durant and Kyrie Irving roughly 20 minutes in Sunday's preseason opener against Washington, Alex Schiffer of The Athletic reports.

Nothing should be treated as gospel during the preseason, but it looks as though the Nets will keep both of their stars on a relatively short leash as exhibition season gets underway. For Durant, Sunday's game will mark his first official NBA action since the 2019 NBA Finals against Toronto.

Durant (Achilles) will play in Sunday's preseason opener against the Wizards and is "talking with the training staff and the coaching staff to see what [his] load will be," Mollie Walker of the New York Post reports.

As expected, after not playing since tearing his Achilles in the 2019 playoffs, Durant will take the court for the first time during Sunday's preseason opener. The team staff will likely remain extremely cautious with Durant during exhibition play, but we shouldn't be surprised if he sees around 20 minutes since his recovery time off has been extremely long. There's a good chance that when the regular season opens, Durant will consistently see 30-plus minutes per game.

Durant (Achilles) reiterated Friday that he will not play for the Nets when the NBA resumes play in Orlando in July, Marc Spears of The Undefeated reports. "My season is over," Durant said. "I don't plan on playing at all. We decided last summer when it first happened that I was just going to wait until the following season. I had no plans of playing at all this season."

This echoes what we've heard from Durant on multiple occasions throughout the last few months, but some were still holding out hope that the two-time Finals MVP could make his return following what will be a nearly five-month delay to the 2019-20 season. Durant confirmed that he continues to make progress in his recovery from a torn Achilles, which he suffered during the NBA Finals last June, but he said that he's yet ready to return to game action. "It's just best for me to wait," Durant said. "I don't think I'm ready to play that type of intensity right now in the next month. It gives me more time to get ready for next season and the rest of my career."

Durant's manager and business partner, Rich Kleiman, said earlier this week in an appearance on SiriusXM Radio that he doesn't anticipate the 10-time All-Star debuting for the Nets if the 2019-20 season resumes in July, Ian Begley of SNY.tv reports. "From my standpoint, no, I think it's unrealistic," Kleiman said, when asked about Durant's potential return. "That's just my view on it. Again, we haven't gone deep into conversation about it because of how unrealistic it all seems to me. And it's also hard t

In an interview earlier this month, Nets general manager Sean Marks wasn't closing the door on Durant suiting up in 2019-20, but Kleiman's comments suggest the player won't be actively pushing to play when the season restarts. Durant, who signed a four-year, $140 million deal with Brooklyn last July, understandably wants to proceed cautiously with his recovery from the surgery he required for his right Achilles' tendon, one of the more significant injuries an athlete can suffer. Before the league-wide shutdown, Durant had progressed to scrimmaging informally in 3-on-3 settings, so he might be cleared to advance to a more strenuous form of practice when the season resumes, even if playing in games isn't being seriously entertained.

Nets general manager Sean Marks said in a recent interview with Grant Chapman of Newshub that the team isn't officially ruling Durant (Achilles) out for the 2019-20. "That's a $110 [million] question. In all seriousness, we've tried not to talk about his timeline a lot," Marks said. "When you've got enough invested in a player like Kevin, we're never going to push him to come back," Marks said. "When the timing is right, he'll be 100 percent when he gets on the court. I can tell you this though -- before t

The Brooklyn brass continues to shy away from placing any expectations on Durant, who last played in June 2019, when he suffered a torn Achilles during the NBA Finals as a member of the Warriors. Durant's camp has also deflected talk of a return, as his business partner Rich Kleiman said in March that the thought of the two-time NBA Finals MVP returning in June or July was "not very realistic." However, as it looks more and more like the season could resume in the late summer or fall, the possibility of Durant making his Nets debut comes more realistic, at least in theory.

Durant (Achilles) had been taking part in 3-on-3 on-court workouts with the Nets before the NBA went on hiatus March 12, Alex Schiffer of The Athletic reports.

Neither the Nets nor Durant seem to be seriously entertaining the possibility of the 31-year-old making his Brooklyn debut in 2019-20 -- whenever the season resumes -- but he looks well on his way to gaining full clearance in advance of training camp. Durant underwent surgery to repair his ruptured right Achilles' tendon last June, so he'll have well more than a full year of recovery time before he returns to competitive action.

General manager Sean Marks said Wednesday that Durant (Achilles) and the other three unnamed Nets players that tested positive for the coronavirus are all symptom-free after quarantining for the past 14 days, Greg Logan of Newsday reports.

Durant is still self-isolating as a precaution, but he otherwise seems to have made a full recovery from the virus. The 31-year-old can now turn his focus to strengthening his right leg while he approaches the finish line of his recovery from the surgery he required last June to repair a torn Achilles' tendon. Durant previously ruled himself out for the entire 2019-20 campaign, and recent reports have suggested that will likely remain the case even while the current season is suspended indefinitely. Per Logan, Marks noted that even if the regular season and playoffs were resumed later in the summer, the Nets won't be able to properly gauge Durant's recovery process in the interim while the team isn't holding practice sessions.

Durant tested positive for coronavirus, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

The 26-year-old is apparently one of the four Brooklyn players to have tested positive but was asymptomatic, and he said, "Everyone be careful, take care of yourself and quarantine. We're going to get through this." Durant hasn't played this season while recovering from the torn Achilles he suffered during the NBA Finals last June, but he did travel with the team for the road matchup against the Lakers on March 10.

Durant's (Achilles) business partner, Rich Kleiman, said Monday during an appearance on ESPN Radio's "Golic and Wingo" program that hopes of Durant paying in June or July are "not very realistic."

Though Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN relayed Sunday that NBA owners and executives are bracing for mid-to-late June as a best-case scenario for the league to resume action, the ongoing suspension apparently hasn't changed Durant's tune about a potential 2019-20 debut. Prior to the NBA suspending operations last week, Durant, Kleiman and Nets general manager Sean Marks had all indicated that the 31-year-old would sit out the entire season while he continues to rehab the ruptured right Achilles' tendon he suffered in the NBA Finals last June. Durant has previously expressed a desire to play for the United States team in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, though the status of the Summer Games is uncertain at this point in light of the coronavirus pandemic.

Durant (Achilles) has already ruled himself out for the entire 2019-20 season, but he remains hopeful to play for USA Basketball during the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, which begin in late July, Ben Golliver of The Washington Post reports. "[Tokyo is] definitely a possibility," Durant's business partner, Rich Kleiman, said in an interview last week. "He allowed his name to be in the group of finalists. But there are other benchmarks in front of him that are more important before he makes those decisions."

The Nets signed Durant to a max deal last July with the understanding that he would spend the first season of the contract focusing on rehab for his surgically repaired right Achilles' tendon, which he tore during last year's NBA Finals. By the time the Olympics arrive, Durant will be 13 months removed from surgery, leaving him optimistic he'll be ready to compete at a high level. Kleiman cautioned that Durant still has a few hurdles to clear in the recovery process, so any minor setback the superstar may experience over the next few months could prompt him to err on the side of caution and skip out on the Olympics. In any case, Durant is on pace to be free of any restrictions when the Nets open training camp next fall.

Coach Kenny Atkinson confirmed Saturday that he doesn't expect Durant (Achilles) to play at any point during the regular season or postseason, the Associated Press reports. "No, I think we're all on the same page," Atkinson said, when asked about a potential 2019-20 return for the star forward. "That's not going to happen."

Atkinson's comments essentially align with what Durant said about the matter during the preseason, so it doesn't appear the organization has changed its tone with regard to the 10-time All-Star's rehab from June surgery to repair a torn right Achilles' tendon. The coach at least acknowledged that Durant "is getting better," offering optimism that the 31-year-old will be at or near full strength for the start of training camp next fall.