There was a showdown on Saturday Phoenix Suns competed against the Dallas Mavericks, with Kevin Durant lead the charge. The Suns secured another win and were on a promising path early on N.B.A Season. Durant's performance was crucial for the team as they aim to build momentum and compete in the Western Conference, and he spoke with his former teammate after the game Klay Thompson.

With a record of 2:1 in the first three games The Suns remain close to the top-seeded Los Angeles Lakers. Durant's form is seen as crucial for Phoenix as they look to make a breakthrough this season.

After defeating the Mavericks, Durant addressed a topic that had been bothering fans: plays against his former teammate Klay Thompson. “It's not strange at all. I mean, the focus is more on No. 31.” Durant remarked, referring to their duel.

Durant continued: “It's nice to see Klay playing well and confidently. He still has the same playing style, and we had to adjust our game plan to keep up with him.”

Kevin Durant #35 of the Phoenix Suns attempts to pass Luka Doncic #77 of the Dallas Mavericks during the second half of the NBA game at Footprint Center on October 26, 2024 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the Mavericks 114-102.

Durant and the milestone achieved against the Mavericks

Durant continues to cement his legacy as one of the greatest players in NBA history, a fact that fans across the league recognize. After his impressive 31-point performance against the Dallas Mavericks, Durant reached another milestone in his storied careermaking him the eighth player to reach 29,000 points.

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Think about it Perfomance, Durant expressed his gratitude: “There have been a number of milestones since joining the Suns, and I always have to thank the people who have supported me since I was a child.”

Durant added: “I'm just grateful to have such great people in my life who pushed me forward and lifted me up when I needed encouragement. My teammates were instrumental in developing my love for the game and I am grateful for that.”

Durant's career statistics

Durant's considerations go hand in hand with an outstanding statistical record that has been built over the years. Since being drafted by the Seattle Sonics in 2007, He played 1,064 games and averaged 27.3 points per gamewith a career three-point shooting percentage of .387.

Now, Durant is preparing for the next big challenge in the 2024-2025 NBA season when the Suns take on the Los Angeles Lakers. After a tough defeat in the second game of the seasonDurant and his teammates are desperate to bounce back and secure a win against their Western Conference rivals.