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The Phoenix Suns are hopeful Kevin Durant returns before the end of the regular season, coach Mike Budenholzer said before Tuesday’s game against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum.
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Shams Charania breaks down Kevin Durant's NBA future and how the postseason could shape his next home.
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Giannis Antetokounmpo’s 37 points paced Milwaukee, while Devin Booker’s 39 points registered in as a game-high.
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Phoenix down big early in rematch with Milwaukee Bucks
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The Suns were blown out 148-109 by the Houston Rockets Sunday, failing to cover as 2.5-point home underdogs while the Over (221) hit.
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The Rockets are coming off a loss on Monday against the Los Angeles Lakers.
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Cleveland has won both meetings versus New York by six and 37 points.
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The Phoenix Suns have a critical offseason ahead. Phoenix is 35-41 this season and sits 11th in the Western Conference. The Suns are 1.5 games out from the final play-in spot, which the Sacramento Kings currently hold.
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The Celtics were well off the pace from start to finish, having trailed for over 42 of the 48 minutes of action, leading to their heaviest home defeat in 10 months, dating back to a 118-94 loss to the Cavs in last season's playoff second round.
Suns guard Bradley Beal understands the fans' frustrations about his lack of availability the past two seasons.
In contrast, the Suns are struggling with a record of 26 wins and 39 losses, placing them 12th in the Western Conference and at a disadvantage in the playoff race. The Suns average 113.2 points per game,
The Thunder, Rockets, Nuggets, Lakers, Grizzlies, Warriors, Timberwolves, and Mavericks (if healthy) will certainly be better than the Suns. That leaves the Suns to fight for the nine seed, but the Clippers and Spurs will also be in the mix, and the Kings could stay relevant, once again forcing the Suns out.
The Suns tried to cut the line and were punished by getting sent to the end. Fortunately for them, they got a crash course in what not to do. If they’ve learned the right lessons and can apply them, the Suns could be back in the playoff mix sooner than expected.