Chicago (United States), March 1. Kevin Durant called his debut for the Phoenix Suns “fun” on Wednesday and admitted he missed the competition after almost two months out with a knee problem, after scoring 23 points in the win of his team on the field of the Charlotte Hornets.
“It was fun, I missed playing. I’m glad to be back,” Durant said at the post-game press conference.
“I feel like I had to do a few more shots, I have to get used to it. I’ll look at the stats and see what I can do better,” added the former Brooklyn Nets player.
Signed hours after the transfer market closed on February 9, Durant completed his recovery from a sprained tibial collateral ligament in his right knee suffered on January 9 and at the Spectrum Center donned the jersey for the first time. . number 35 of the Suns.
He scored 23 points, with six rebounds, two assists and two blocks in 26.50 minutes on the field, shooting 10 of 15.
“It’s about getting back in shape, I’m going to do it with games and minutes. (…) I’ve had a lot of injuries before, I know what’s best for me. I’ve learned what I have to do to be my best version,” he said.
Durant also assured that he wants to show his worth to his teammates and coaches and that the injury he suffered in January no longer limits him when it comes to competition. EFE
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