MILWAUKEE (AP) — Kevin Durant isn’t expected to play at all during the Phoenix Suns’ three-game trip after spraining his left ankle in a loss to Houston on Sunday.
The Suns began their road swing Tuesday at Milwaukee. They also play Friday at Boston and Sunday at New York before returning home to face Golden State on April 8.
“As of now, we don’t expect him to join us on the trip,” Suns coach Mike Budenholzer said before Tuesday’s game.
Budenholzer was optimistic the 11-time all-NBA forward will return before the end of the regular season. The Suns will have four games remaining when they return home as they attempt to earn a spot in the play-in tournament to determine the Western Conference’s last two playoff spots.
“We’re certainly hopeful,” Budenholzer said. “I think these first few days will be important, but we’re hopeful he’ll be back before end of the season.”
Durant stepped on the foot of Houston’s Jabari Smith Jr. and fell to the floor in the third quarter of Sunday's 148-109 loss. When he got to his feet, the 11-time all-NBA performer couldn’t put weight on his left leg.
The Suns entered Tuesday’s action 11th in the Western Conference standings, 1½ games behind ninth-place Dallas and one game behind 10th-place Sacramento. The teams that finish seventh through 10th in the West compete in the play-in tournament.
The 36-year-old Durant averages 26.6 points to rank sixth in the NBA. He also is averaging six rebounds and 4.2 assists.
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Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) gets hit in the face by Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet during the first half of an NBA basketball game Sunday, March 30, 2025, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant, right, limps off the court due to an injury as Suns center Nick Richards, back left, looks on during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Houston Rockets Sunday, March 30, 2025, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant, center, sprains an ankle as the drives to the basket against Houston Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. (10) and Rockets center Alperen Sengun (28) during the second half of an NBA basketball game Sunday, March 30, 2025, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
LEXINGTON, Ky.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr 4, 2025--
The 1-4 Cavalry Reunion 2025 is proud to announce its upcoming reunion, scheduled for July 25-27, 2025, at the Lexington Marriott City Center in Lexington, Kentucky. This event offers a special opportunity for veterans who served during Operation Iraqi Freedom 2007-2009 to reconnect, share experiences, and honor the enduring bonds formed during their service.
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Seeking Corporate Sponsors
The 1-4 Cavalry Reunion 2025 is actively seeking corporate sponsors who share the mission of supporting veterans and promoting their mental health. As we work to bring together those who served in Operation Iraqi Freedom, we invite businesses, agencies, and other non-profit organizations to partner with us in honoring the service and sacrifice of our military veterans. Sponsorship opportunities are available at various levels, with each offering valuable recognition and the chance to support our mission of strengthening the mental and emotional well-being of those who have served.
About the 1st Squadron, 4th Cavalry Regiment
The 1st Squadron, 4th Cavalry Regiment of the U.S. Army that deployed to Iraq in the surge of 2007 boasts a storied history of service and dedication. Reunions like this one serve to strengthen the bonds among veterans and preserve the rich heritage of the unit while providing the opportunity to “check in” with their mental health condition as trauma and anxiety continue to plague our nation’s warriors.
The reunion will take place at the Lexington Marriott City Center, located at 121 West Vine Street, Lexington, KY 40507. Attendees can book their room reservations directly through the official reunion website: https://www.1-4cavreunion.org/.
As a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, the 1-4 Cavalry Reunion operates under the Employer Identification Number 99-3306034. The organization is dedicated to facilitating meaningful gatherings for veterans, ensuring that the legacy and camaraderie of the 1-4 Cavalry Regiment continue for years to come.
For more information about sponsorship opportunities, please contact Holly Fernandez at hollyfernandez@1-4cavreunion.org or by phone at (951) 764-0609.
For additional details about the reunion, including registration and event schedule, please visit the official reunion website: https://www.1-4cavreunion.org/.
Some soldiers of the 1-4 Cavalry under the Swords of Qadisiyyah in Baghdad, Iraq
