The time has come for Kevin Durant to make his much-anticipated debut with the Phoenix Suns, three weeks after joining the franchise via a trade from the Brooklyn Nets.
The superstar forward, who has been out since January 8 with an MCL sprain, will make his first appearance in a Phoenix uniform in the road game vs the Charlotte Hornets on Wednesday, March 1st.
Kevin Durant is expected to make his Phoenix Suns debut tomorrow in Charlotte.
— Phoenix Suns (@Suns) February 28, 2023
Kevin Durant, who is averaging 29.7 points, 6.7 rebounds and 5.3 assists, joins a Suns starting lineup that features Chris Paul, Devin Booker and Deandre Ayton. Phoenix is trying to reach the NBA Finals for the second time in three seasons.
With the addition of the two-time NBA champion, Phoenix has re-emerged as a title contender. The Suns are fourth in the West standings with a 33-29 record, having won 12 of their last 17 games.
"I feel great."
Kevin Durant as he'll make his #Suns debut Wednesday at Charlotte. pic.twitter.com/R3rXtTigLw
— Duane Rankin (@DuaneRankin) February 28, 2023
