Kobe Kid’ Booker showed respect for Durant.
The Phoenix Suns won 107-100 in a home game against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the 2022-2023 NBA regular season held at the Phoenix Footprint Center in Arizona, USA on the 30th (Korean time).
On this day, it was a game that drew a lot of attention as Kevin Durant’s home debut game. Durant played three matches after transferring prior to this game, but all were away matches. His home debut game was delayed when he was diagnosed with a left foot sprain while warming up before a home game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on the 9th.
Phoenix won the game after a close battle in the 4th quarter, and it was a game that could be laughed at in many ways. Durant played 28 minutes and 53 seconds on the day and recorded 16 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Although the field goal rate was only 27.8% (5/18), in the 4th quarter, Phoenix made two consecutive 3-pointers to keep the lead, contributing to the team’s victory.
Phoenix main gun Devin Booker also welcomed Durant’s return. Booker is having a career-high season in scoring, averaging 28.2 points, 4.6 rebounds and 5.4 assists in 49 games this season. Furthermore, it is because Durant’s running alone can be a great power for Phoenix.
After the game, Booker said in an interview with local media ‘ESPN’, “It was Durant’s comeback match that everyone was waiting for. The fans also sent a lot of love, and I’m happy to win. It will be a special day,” he said.
He also showed his respect for Durant.바카라사이트 “Durant’s return is something we can find confidence in,” Booker said. Durant filled his spot on the bench even when he wasn’t playing. Except for Chris Paul, many players grew up watching Durant. He is one of the best players.”
Booker is one of the representative players who grew up under Kobe Bryant’s influence to the extent that he has the phrase “Be legendary” engraved on his arm, a message he received from Kobe Bryant in the past.
Booker, who showed respect for Durant this time, was the moment when his mentality shone once again.