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In win over Kings, Kevin Durant shows Warriors why they need him

Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant (35) fakes a shot against Sacramento Kings forward Harry Giles (20) in the second half of an NBA game at Oracle Arena on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Oakland, Calif.

Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant (35) fakes a shot against Sacramento Kings forward Harry Giles (20) in the second half of an NBA game at Oracle Arena on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Oakland, Calif.

Photo: Santiago Mejia / The Chronicle

In recent weeks, as losses mounted and Stephen Curry sat with a groin injury, many questioned how much the Warriors needed Kevin Durant.