Kevin Durant’s Struggles Continue as Suns Suffer Loss to Bucks despite Giannis was sideline

Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant, known as one of the greatest scorers of his generation, faced a rough patch in his recent games, casting shadows over the team’s aspirations for the postseason.

In a matchup against the Milwaukee Bucks, who were missing their key player Giannis Antetokounmpo, Durant’s scoring prowess seemed to have dimmed as he managed just 11 points on 4-of-10 shooting. This marked Durant’s second consecutive game with less than 15 points and his third straight game shooting below 50 percent from the field.

While Durant’s occasional off-nights may raise eyebrows, it was his apparent lack of effort and subdued body language that sparked deeper concerns. Despite averaging 19.5 field goal attempts per game, the 35-year-old appeared passive on offense, a stark departure from his usual aggressive style. His absence on the offensive end hampered Phoenix’s chances of mounting a comeback, with the team failing to seize a lead after the first quarter.

On the bright side, Bradley Beal showcased his prowess with an outstanding performance, leading the Suns with 28 points on an efficient 11-of-15 shooting. Grayson Allen also contributed significantly with 25 points, including six three-pointers, while Devin Booker chipped in with 23 points.

However, Durant’s underwhelming display contrasted sharply with the stellar performances of Damian Lillard and Bobby Portis, who spearheaded the Bucks’ offense with 31 points each, with Lillard also dishing out a career-high 16 assists.

Fans took to social media to express their disappointment with Durant’s lackluster showing, highlighting his passive role on offense.

The Suns’ loss against the Bucks further complicates their playoff prospects, as they now stand at 39-29 and face challenges in clawing their way out of the play-in tournament position.

With time ticking away in the regular season, the Suns are banking on Durant rediscovering his MVP-caliber form to bolster their chances in the postseason.

Phoenix will seek redemption in their upcoming home game against the Philadelphia 76ers (37-30) on Wednesday, aiming to bounce back from their recent setback and reignite their playoff push.