Kevin Durant Gets Blunt Reality Check From Kendrick Perkins Before Game 5
Kevin Durant's absence due to injury has raised concerns about his impact on the Houston Rockets as they face elimination in the playoffs. Kendrick Perkins criticized Durant's recent performances and questioned his desirability as an asset, citing failures with previous teams. The Rockets, once seen as a promising young team, have struggled since acquiring Durant, leading to doubts about their chemistry and future prospects.
- ▪The Houston Rockets are trailing 3-1 in their playoff series against the Los Angeles Lakers.
- ▪Kevin Durant has missed three of the four games due to an ankle injury and bone bruise.
- ▪Kendrick Perkins stated that Durant is no longer a 'desirable' asset, highlighting the struggles of his previous teams.
- ▪The Rockets' Game 4 win came without Durant, showcasing a more cohesive young core.
- ▪Durant's availability is becoming a significant concern as he continues to face injuries at 37 years old.
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By Rowan Fisher-ShottonShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.The Houston Rockets are hanging by a thread and they’ve been doing it without their biggest name.Through four games in their first-round series against the Los Angeles Lakers, Houston trails 3–1, narrowly avoiding a sweep with a Game 4 blowout win on Sunday.Despite some optimism they could still make this interesting, the spotlight remains firmly on Kevin Durant, who hasn’t been there when it’s mattered most.Read More on NBAAzzi Fudd Roasts Stephen Curry For Never Attending Her Games2 min readLakers Predicted to Pick Explosive Guard After NBA Draft Combine3 min readJosh Hart Calls Knicks’ Sweep of 76ers…
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