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Kevin Durant to miss Suns’ road trip as playoff hopes continue to fade

John Voita is the Managing Editor of Bright Side of the Sun, co-host of the Suns JAM Session Podcast, and has been a credentialed member of the Phoenix media since 2023.

Just when you think the Phoenix Suns couldn’t possibly sink lower, they somehow find a way. The team, already struggling at five games under .500 despite carrying the largest payroll in NBA history, was utterly dismantled by the Houston Rockets on Sunday night, surrendering 148 points and allowing 30+ in every single quarter.

That’s bad enough, but what truly stings is Kevin Durant’s ankle injury, which could sideline him for weeks.