Everywhere Kevin Durant goes, he causes dissatisfaction, and this is already creating issues for Phoenix. That’s what Stephen A. Smith of ESPN says.

On Monday’s First Take, Smith provided a detailed analysis of the circumstances.

“That is an issue,” he declared. “The statistics are there, therefore we don’t see it. It’s said that Kevin Durant is never content, even though he and (Devin) Booker score 27 points a night on average and everything. It’s said that he didn’t even speak with Frank Vogel, the head coach, for over a month. They claim he doesn’t appear content there.

“When it comes to establishing himself with your teammates and getting along with everybody and everything like that, he just lives in his own world. All he wants to do is play when the game starts and tip-off time arrives.”

Smith emphasized that Durant had not intentionally created a hostile atmosphere, but he also made it apparent that KD’s general dissatisfaction and resistance to fitting into a group were exactly what occurred before he left Golden State.

Smith stated, “That’s what was driving Draymond Green insane, which is why he finally lost it on the court in that Clippers game and everything else.” “You hear about the amount of unhappiness, you hear about stuff, etc., etc.

“And you grow weary of it because when you refuse to engage in conversation, respond to inquiries, or take on a visible leadership role, it compels others to step up and accept a degree of responsibility that they find uncomfortable.”

What goes on can only be known for sure by those who are behind closed doors. However, one thing is certain: the Suns lacked a sense of unity this season, particularly during their brief and incredibly disappointing postseason run.

Minnesota swept Phoenix out of the playoffs in the first round, with their home court serving as the site of the elimination match.