Phoenix Suns‘ star forward Kevin Durant suffered a left ankle sprain during the team’s 148-109 loss to the Houston Rockets on March 30, 2025. The injury occurred in the third quarter when Durant stepped on Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr.’s foot, causing him to fall to the floor. He was unable to put weight on his left leg and was assisted off the court. Durant is scheduled to undergo an MRI on Monday to assess the severity of the injury and will not accompany the team on their upcoming road trip, which begins with a game against the Milwaukee Bucks.
Prior to his exit, Durant had recorded 11 points in 23 minutes of play. Despite his early departure, the Rockets dominated the game, leading 78-49 at halftime and ultimately securing a decisive victory. Houston’s Jalen Green led all scorers with 33 points, while Devin Booker topped the Suns’ scoring with 28 points.
The Suns, currently holding the 11th spot in the Western Conference with a 35-40 record, are vying for a place in the Play-In Tournament. Durant’s injury could impact the team’s performance during this critical stretch. Depending on the MRI results, the recovery timeline for an ankle sprain can vary: a Grade I sprain may sideline a player for 1 to 2 weeks, while a Grade II sprain could require 4 to 6 weeks of recovery.
This setback comes after Durant’s recent achievement of surpassing 30,000 career points on February 11, 2025, underscoring his significance to the Suns’ roster.
As the Suns prepare for their road trip without Durant, the team’s depth and resilience will be tested in his absence.
