Kevin Durant Injures Ankle, Exits Game Against Rockets

Kevin Durant left the Phoenix Suns' game against the Houston Rockets in the third quarter due to a left ankle injury sustained while driving to the basket, stepping on Jabari Smith Jr.'s foot. Durant was unable to shoot a free throw before exiting, concluding his night with 11 points and seven rebounds. The Suns, already trailing significantly at the time of his injury, face challenges in their pursuit of a play-in tournament spot as they currently sit 11th in the Western Conference. This injury could have lasting implications for both Durant's All-NBA eligibility and the Suns' playoff hopes. The Suns will need to navigate tough upcoming games against the Milwaukee Bucks, Boston Celtics, and New York Knicks without their star player. As of now, further specifics on the severity of Durant's injury are pending.