Phoenix Suns’ standout forward Kevin Durant recently offered his perspective on the team’s innovative strategy, showcased notably in their recent game against the Timberwolves. Durant, speaking post-game, commended teammate Jusuf Nurkic for his exceptional vision and his role in elevating the team’s performance.
I asked Kevin Durant about the possessions where he’s a corner spacer, and Nurkic’s ability to find him on the short roll.
“It’s great that I get wide-open corner threes, and I’ve been seeing a lot of them this year.” pic.twitter.com/8NDEDTNPxu
— Shane Young (@YoungNBA) April 6, 2024
Durant highlighted the Suns’ adept utilization of corner spaces on the court, particularly evident in their successful three-point shooting from challenging angles. Embodying his reputation as one of basketball’s premier shooters, Durant excelled within this strategic framework.
During the post-game press conference, Durant elaborated on the team’s victory and their tactical approach, emphasizing Nurkic’s instrumental role in locating him in favorable positions. “Having the opportunity for wide-open corner threes is invaluable, and I’ve benefited greatly this season due to Jusuf Nurkic’s superb passing,” Durant remarked, underscoring his teammate’s pivotal contribution.
The Suns maintained control throughout the matchup against the Timberwolves, clinching their third consecutive victory while halting the Wolves’ two-game winning streak with a final score of 97-87. Grayson Allen led the Suns with 23 points, closely followed by Durant, who contributed 22 points to secure the win.
THREE IN A ROW. pic.twitter.com/U9yhsHs3Zw
— Phoenix Suns (@Suns) April 6, 2024
In addition to Durant’s performance, Bradley Beal, Jusuf Nurkic, and Devin Booker played key roles in the Suns’ triumph. Beal tallied 14 points, Nurkic recorded 11 points along with an impressive 15 rebounds and six assists, while Booker, although not replicating his previous 50-point feat, provided 13 points and 13 assists. Meanwhile, Anthony Edwards led the Wolves with 17 points.
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