The Phoenix Suns’ narrow 114-113 victory over the Dallas Mavericks last Friday was marked by a heated moment between star player Kevin Durant and teammate Jusuf Nurkic. Leaked audio from the game revealed Durant’s frustration with Nurkic during a critical play.
In the audio, Durant can be heard passionately calling out Nurkic for not passing the ball to a wide-open Royce O’Neale.
“We’re a f***ing team! Pass the f***ing ball to Royce; he’s wide open. Then you get frustrated and get a tech? Come on!” Durant exclaimed.
LEAKED Audio Of Kevin Durant Cursing At Jusuf Nurkic👀:
“We’re a f*cking team! Pass the f*cking ball, he’s wide open” pic.twitter.com/qNK6P7FUDk
— LegendZ (@legendz_nba) November 11, 2024
Durant’s intensity on the court translated into a standout performance, leading the Suns with 26 points, five rebounds, and four assists. However, his efforts came at a cost, as he sustained a left calf strain during the game and will be sidelined for at least two weeks.
As the Suns navigate the next few games without Durant, fans and analysts will be watching closely to see how the team adapts and whether this moment of tension will have any lasting impact.
