Kevin Durant injured as Suns fall to Rockets by 39 points
- Kevin Durant suffered an ankle injury during a game against the Houston Rockets.
- The Suns lost the game 148-109, exacerbating their playoff challenges.
- The team now has to navigate their remaining schedule without their star player.
On March 30, 2025, in Phoenix, Arizona, the Houston Rockets faced off against the Phoenix Suns in a high-stakes NBA game, with significant implications for the playoff race. During the match, Phoenix Suns All-Star Kevin Durant sustained an ankle injury after colliding with Jabari Smith Jr. When Durant fell to the floor, he stepped on Smith's foot, leading to his injury. He struggled to get to his feet and could not put weight on his left leg. Following his injury, Suns coach Mike Budenholzer announced that Durant would undergo an MRI on Monday, following the game. His absence from the upcoming game against the Milwaukee Bucks raises concerns for the Suns, who were already two games behind Dallas for the final play-in spot in the Western Conference. Durants' impact on the team has been significant this season, but now his injury leaves the Suns facing an uphill battle to secure their postseason position. The Rockets dominated the game, winning 148-109, their powerful performance showcased by Jalen Green's 33 points. In addition to Durant's unfortunate exit, the Suns managed to score only 11 points in the second half following the ejection of Dillon Brooks from the Rockets, leading to a significant deficit on the scoreboard and further complicating their playoff hopes as they head into a challenging schedule with six games remaining.