
<p>It’s crazy to think that<strong> <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lebron-james" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">LeBron James</a> and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kevin-durant" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Kevin Durant</a></strong>, two of the <strong>greatest players in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/nba" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NBA</a> history,</strong> went five years without squaring off in the regular season. Notably, the crazier part about that is that the younger player (Durant) was the one who missed most of those matchups because of injuries.</p>



<p>That speaks volumes of James’ unmatched durability in this league. He’s entering his 21st season playing at the highest level, and he continues to be an elite player just a couple of months<strong> before turning 39 years of age.</strong></p>



<p>That’s why even his lifelong rivals, such as Durant, can’t help but be inspired by him. They’ve literally watched him <strong>dominate the league for two decades straight</strong>, which is something no other player has ever managed to do.</p>



<p>With that in mind, the two-time NBA champion tipped his hat to LeBron. Following the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/los-angeles-lakers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Los Angeles Lakers</a>‘ win over the undermanned <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/phoenix-suns" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Phoenix Suns, </a></strong>Durant talked about how much LeBron’s presence <strong>has inspired him throughout the years.</strong></p>



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<h2>Kevin Durant Praises LeBron James</h2>



<p><em>“When I was in high school, we got close when I was a senior in high school and</em> <em>he was third or fourth year in the league, and he was dominating and <strong>somebody that inspired me as I was coming into college, into the league to want to play at that level</strong>,” </em>Durant said postgame.</p>



<p>Durant also admitted that it’s not just the fans the ones who measure him compared to LeBron. He also <strong>looks up to him</strong> and tries to emulate what he has accomplished in this league:</p>



<p><em>“<strong>Somebody you just compare yourself to,</strong> and if you can accomplish and achieve some of the stuff that he’s done that means you’re doing pretty solid for yourself,”</em> added Durant. <em><strong>“He’s just a baseline for you as a player to see how great you can be. He set that example for everybody in the league.”</strong></em></p>



<h2>Durant Was In Awe Of James’ IQ</h2>



<p>You have to be efficient if you want to be in the league for a long time. And a big part of being efficient is <strong>knowing your rival, his flaws, his tendencies, and how to make the most of those to get an edge. </strong>Needless to say, Durant knows that’s one of LeBron’s biggest strengths:</p>



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<p><strong><em>“He was pretty much coaching the team on how to guard certain actions, and that’s what he’s been doing his whole career,”</em></strong> Durant said. <em>“Film study is one of the things that he’s locked in on as he’s gotten older as a player. As he’s won championships, he’s learned how to watch film and dissect the film and you can just see that and hear that in his talk throughout the whole game<strong>. It’s always a battle playing against high IQ players like that.”</strong></em></p>



<p>That’s the ultimate compliment coming from a guy he’s <strong>faced in the NBA Finals three times throughout the course of their career. </strong>And while Durant could have bragging rights thanks to that 2-1 record against him, James has perhaps the most accomplished résumé in the history of this game.</p>


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<p>Unfortunately, neither of these legends is getting any younger, and<strong> we’re rapidly approaching the end of an era.</strong> At least they know it and respect each other, and even his haters should do the same, as we won’t get to watch them dominate for much longer.</p>


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<p>A great matchup is coming to the schedule as these teams appear to be championship aspirants when it’s time for the playoffs next year. The<strong> <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/los-angeles-lakers">Los Angeles Lakers</a></strong> will encounter the<strong> <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/phoenix-suns">Phoenix Suns</a></strong> at Crypto.com Arena in the<strong> 2023 NBA Season</strong> for this confrontation. Learn more about the date, time and TV channel to watch or livestream the match.</p>



<p>The Lakers have retained each player they had to re-sign in order to make a push in the postseason. While any team with<strong> <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lebron-james">LeBron James</a></strong> on the roster has a chance to win every night, the rest of the rotation must step up if they want to be a threat to other significant opponents. This was evident during the<strong> defeat</strong> against the<strong> Denver Nuggets</strong> in their opening matchup.</p>



<p>The Suns appear as another contender aiming to dethrone the reigning champions this season. Albeit there are many dangerous teams in the conference, their big three of talented players should be a great mix to reach the NBA Finals in the West. They demonstrated what they can do in their first match when they secured a road victory on Tuesday against the<strong> <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/golden-state-warriors">Warriors</a></strong>.</p>



<h2>When will Los Angeles Lakers vs Phoenix Suns be played?</h2>



<p>The Los Angeles Lakers will play the Phoenix Suns in the 2023 NBA Season this<strong> Thursday, October 26</strong>. The game will be played at Crypto.com Arena.</p>


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<h2>Los Angeles Lakers vs Phoenix Suns: Time by State in the US</h2>



<p><strong>ET:</strong> 10:00 PM<br><strong>CT:</strong> 9:00 PM<br><strong>MT:</strong> 8:00 PM<br><strong>PT:</strong> 7:00 PM</p>



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<h2>How to watch Los Angeles Lakers vs Phoenix Suns in the US</h2>



<p>The game between Los Angeles Lakers and Phoenix Suns in the 2023 NBA season will be available to watch or live stream on TNT in the US.</p>


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<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/phoenix-suns">Phoenix Suns</a></strong> enter the 2023 <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/nba">NBA</a></strong> season with championship aspirations. After adding Bradley Beal to their core of <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kevin-durant">Kevin Durant </a></strong>and Devin Booker, the Suns boast one of the most potent offenses in the league. They struck the first blow at the beginning of the season, winning against a big favorite, Golden State Warriors by 108-104.</p>



<p>On the other hand, the Golden State Warriors enter the season with high expectations. They have a core of three future Hall of Famers in Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson, and <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/draymond-green">Draymond Green,</a></strong> and they have added some key pieces in the offseason, including Chris Paul and Gary Payton II.</p>



<p>The first game of the season was tough for the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/draymond-green">Golden State Warriors,</a></strong> they started the first half losing, but during the 3rd quarter they scored 40 points to take a break from the Suns’ offense.</p>



<h2>Warriors fans reacted</h2>



<p>The Warriors have the talent to make a deep run in the playoffs. They have a lot of experience and they are one of the deepest teams in the league. If they can play their best basketball, they have a chance to reach the NBA Finals. <strong>But things started badly during the season opener and the fans are not happy.</strong></p>



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<p>The Suns have all the pieces in place to be a contender. However, there are some questions that need to be answered. First, how will Beal fit into the offense? He is used to being the primary ball-handler, but he will need to defer to Durant and <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/devin-booker">Booker</a></strong> at times. Second, can the Suns improve their defense? They ranked 20th in defensive rating last season.</p>



<p>In addition to their offensive firepower, the Suns also have a solid supporting cast that includes Jusuf Nurkić, Josh Okogie, and Yuta Watanabe. Nurkić is a talented center who can rebound and protect the rim. Okogie is a versatile guard who can switch onto multiple positions.</p>



<p>Durant is a two-time NBA Finals MVP who is still averaging over 27 points per game at age 35. Booker is a rising superstar who averaged 27.8 points per game last season.</p>



<h2>Suns or Warriors for 2023-24 NBA title?</h2>



<p>Both the Phoenix Suns and the Golden State Warriors have a good chance of winning the NBA championship in the 2023-24 season. They are both deep and talented teams with a lot of experience. The Suns have a slight edge in terms of talent, with Kevin Durant and Devin Booker being two of the best players in the league.</p>



<h2>Beal vs. Paul: Who has bigger impact in 2023-24?</h2>



<p>Both Beal and Paul are All-Star caliber players who can make a significant impact on their teams. However, Paul could have a bigger impact on the Warriors’ success in the 2023-24 season. Paul is a better playmaker and defender than Beal.</p>


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<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/golden-state-warriors">Golden State Warriors</a></strong> will play against <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/phoenix-suns">Phoenix Suns</a></strong> today at Center Chase in what will be their opening game of the 2023/2024 <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/nba">NBA</a> </strong>regular season. Here, you can find all the essential details, including the date, start time, and how to watch or livestream it online in the United States.</p>



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<p>The <strong>NBA </strong>regular season is commencing, and teams are gearing up for what promises to be a year filled with excitement. Undoubtedly, fans will have the opportunity to relish the season’s kickoff with a highly intriguing game between two teams expected to contend for top positions.</p>



<p>On one side, we have the <strong>Golden State Warriors</strong>, who reached the conference semifinals last season but were defeated by the <strong>Lakers</strong>. The <strong>Phoenix Suns</strong> also made it to the same stage but faced a loss against the <strong>Denver Nuggets</strong>. Both teams are well aware that they have much to offer and are eager to begin the season on a strong note.</p>



<h2>When will Golden State Warriors vs Phoenix Suns be played?</h2>



<p>The 2023/2024 <strong>NBA </strong>regular season game between <strong>Golden State Warriors</strong> and <strong>Phoenix Suns</strong> will take place this <strong>Tuesday, October 24 at 10:00 PM (ET).</strong></p>



<h2>Golden State Warriors vs Phoenix Suns: Time by State in the US</h2>



<p><strong>ET</strong>: 10:00 PM<br><strong>CT</strong>: 9:00 PM<br><strong>MT</strong>: 8:00 PM<br><strong>PT</strong>: 7:00 PM</p>



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<h2>How to watch Golden State Warriors vs Phoenix Suns</h2>



<p>This 2023/2024 <strong>NBA </strong>regular season game between <strong>Golden </strong>State Warriors and <strong>Phoenix Suns</strong> can be watched in the United States on <strong><a href="https://www.fubo.tv/lp/StreamTV/stream-espn-disney-abc-online/?v=nbaonespn&amp;irad=950486&amp;irmp=3119684" rel="sponsored nofollow">Fubo (free trial)</a></strong>. Other options: TNT.</p>


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<p>The biggest move the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/phoenix-suns">Suns </a></strong>made was acquiring <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kevin-durant">Kevin Durant</a></strong> from the Brooklyn Nets during the previous season. Durant is one of the best players in the NBA, and he gives the Suns a third All-Star caliber player to go along with Devin Booker and Eric Gordon.</p>



<p>The Suns also made some other key additions in the offseason, including signing <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/bradley-beal">Bradley Beal</a></strong> and trading for Jusuf Nurkic. Beal is a dynamic scorer who will give the Suns another scoring option on the wing, while Nurkic is a solid rim protector and rebounder who will help to improve the Suns’ defense.</p>



<p>The Suns have a good combination of young blood and veterans, although <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/chris-paul">Chris Paul</a></strong> is no longer on the roster, they have another leader like Kevin Durant who will be one of the key players for the season.</p>



<h2>Who is the guard the Suns will cut before the start of the regular season?</h2>



<p>According to Adrian Wojnarowski,<strong> the Phoenix Suns would be ready to waive Keon Johnson before the start of the regular season,</strong> they need to have the 15-man roster ready and he would be the guard who will not play in the upcoming season with the franchise.</p>



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<p>Johnson is a 6’5″ shooting guard/small forward who is known for his athleticism, explosiveness, and defensive versatility. He is also a good scorer and passer. Johnson has the potential to be a valuable contributor to the Suns, but he is still developing his game.</p>



<p>Johnson is a talented young player with a lot of potential. He is still developing his game, but he has the chance to be a valuable contributor to the any other NBA team in 2023-24 season.There are a few other NBA teams that need to waive or cut players to make the 15-player roster before the start of the regular season.</p>



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<p>It is important to note that teams can also waive players after the start of the regular season, but they will have to pay those players their full salary for the season. As a result, teams typically try to make their final roster cuts before the regular season begins.</p>



<h2>What other teams might be interested in signing Keon Johnson?</h2>



<p>The Pacers are a young team that is rebuilding, and they could use a talented young player like Johnson. Johnson would be a good fit for the Pacers’ uptempo style of play, and he could help them to improve their defense.</p>



<h2>What happens if an NBA team doesn’t make the 15-man roster before the start of the regular season?</h2>



<p>If a team is unable to make the 15-man roster deadline, they will have to play with a smaller roster until they can get down to 15 players. This can be a disadvantage, as it means that the team will have fewer players to rotate in and out of games. It can also lead to fatigue for the players who are on the roster, as they will have to play more minutes.</p>


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<p>A great matchup is coming to the schedule as the last opportunity for both teams before the regular season starts next week with a confrontation between championship aspirants. The<strong> <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/los-angeles-lakers">Los Angeles Lakers</a></strong> will encounter the<strong> Phoenix Suns</strong> today at Acrisure Stadium in the<strong> 2023 NBA Preseason</strong>. Learn more about the date, kickoff time and TV channel to watch or livestream the match.</p>



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<p>The Lakers have made an intriguing number of signings in the offseason to avoid repeating last year’s mistakes, retaining significant pieces to become candidates. They have played five games in the preseason thus far with a record of two victories to three defeats. Something for the fans to consider is that Darvin Ham has confirmed the starters are expected to play three quarters.</p>



<p>The Suns appear as another one of the multiple contenders aiming to dethrone the reigning champions Nuggets this season. They have taken significant steps toward their goal including trading for Bradley Beal in the offseason. In the preseason they have won three of their four matchups preparing for the competition.</p>



<h2>When will Los Angeles Lakers vs Phoenix Suns be played?</h2>



<p>The Los Angeles Lakers will play the Phoenix Suns in the 2023 NBA Preseason this <strong>Thursday, October 19</strong>. The game will be played at Acrisure Stadium.</p>


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<h2>Los Angeles Lakers vs Phoenix Suns: Time by State in the US</h2>



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<p><strong>ET:</strong> 10:00 PM<br><strong>CT:</strong> 9:00 PM<br><strong>MT:</strong> 8:00 PM<br><strong>PT:</strong> 7:00 PM</p>


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<h2>How to watch Los Angeles Lakers vs Phoenix Suns in the US</h2>



<p>The game between Los Angeles Lakers and Phoenix Suns in the 2023 NBA Preseason will be available to watch or live stream on <a href="https://www.fubo.tv/lp/StreamTV/stream-espn-disney-abc-online/?v=nbaonespn&amp;irad=950486&amp;irmp=3119684" rel="sponsored nofollow"><strong>Fubo (free trial)</strong></a> in the US. Spectrum Sports and NBA TV are the other options.</p>


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<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/detroit-pistons-t100376">Detroit Pistons</a></strong> and <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/phoenix-suns-t94622">Phoenix Suns</a></strong> face each other today in a 2023 <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba">NBA</a> </strong>preseason game. The Suns dream of returning to the NBA finals this season. Here you can find all you need to know about it, such as when, where, at what time, and how to watch or live stream it online in the United States.</p>



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<p>When discussing the major disappointments of the previous season, one team perfectly fits into that category, and unquestionably, it is the <strong>Phoenix Suns</strong>. After reaching the finals in 2021 and the conference semifinals in 2022, there were high expectations that in 2023, with the addition of <strong>Kevin Durant</strong>, they would be strong contenders for the title.</p>



<p>However, they were once again eliminated, this time in the conference semifinals, by none other than the eventual champions, the <strong>Denver Nuggets. Denver</strong> are undoubtedly the team to beat this year. <strong>Phoenix </strong>are preparing to face this challenge, starting with a game against the <strong>Pistons</strong>, a team that intentionally struggled last season as part of a tanking strategy and is now looking to reap the benefits of that approach.</p>



<h2>When will Detroit Pistons vs Phoenix Suns be played?</h2>



<p>The 2023 <strong>NBA </strong>preseason game between <strong>Detroit Pistons</strong> and <strong>Phoenix Suns</strong> will take place <strong>today, October 8 at 3:00 PM (ET).</strong></p>



<h2>Detroit Pistons vs Phoenix Suns: Time by State in the US</h2>



<p><strong>ET</strong>: 3:00 PM<br><strong>CT</strong>: 2:00 PM<br><strong>MT</strong>: 1:00 PM<br><strong>PT</strong>: 12:00 PM</p>


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<h2>How to watch Detroit Pistons vs Phoenix Suns</h2>



<p>This 2023 <strong>NBA </strong>preseason game between <strong>Detroit Pistons</strong> and <strong>Phoenix Suns</strong> can be watched in the United States on <strong><a href="https://www.fubo.tv/lp/StreamTV/stream-espn-disney-abc-online/?v=nbaonespn&amp;irad=950486&amp;irmp=3119684" rel="sponsored nofollow">Fubo (free trial)</a></strong>. Other options: NBA TV, Bally Sports DET, AZ Family 3TV / AZ Family Sports Network 44.</p>






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<p>The<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/phoenix-suns" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> <strong>Phoenix Suns</strong></a> were perhaps the biggest winner of the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/nba" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NBA</a> offseason.</strong> On top of trading for <strong>Bradley Beal,</strong> the team surrounded <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kevin-durant" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Kevin Durant</a> </strong>with plenty of depth at every position.</p>



<p>However, there are still some doubts about <strong>Deandre Ayton’s </strong>future with the organization, as the former first-overall pick doesn’t seem happy with the team that drafted him.</p>



<p>With that in mind, NBA insider Dalton Triggs reveals that the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dallas-mavericks" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Dallas Mavericks</a></strong> could re-engage trade talks for Ayton, as they had already tried to get him prior to the Draft.</p>



<h2>Mavericks Could Go After Deandre Ayton</h2>



<p><em>“Given that McGee was apparently the biggest disagreement the Mavs and Suns had in their Ayton talks, </em><strong><em>wouldn’t it be feasible to envision those conversations potentially coming up again sometime before the season begins,</em>” </strong>Trigg wrote.</p>



<p>“<strong><em>Would Phoenix take Hardaway and Holmes straight up with McGee out of the way, or would they now push for draft compensation as well,</em></strong>” the report concluded.</p>


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<p>Of course, this will all depend on Ayton’s efforts — or lack thereof — during his days with <strong>Frank Vogel,</strong> but a trade away from the Valley of the Sun shouldn’t be ruled out now.</p>


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<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/philadelphia-76ers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Philadelphia 76ers</a> and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/james-harden" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">James Harden</a></strong> have reached a stalemate. He doesn’t want to be a part of the team anymore, but no other <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/nba" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NBA</a></strong> side seems willing to mee<strong>t Daryl Morey’s asking price </strong>for his services.</p>



<p>With that in mind, <strong>Bleacher Report’s Zach Buckley</strong> believes there’s a team that could make sense as a potential destination for Harden, assuming Morey changes his stance and grants him the right to be traded.</p>



<p>Should that be the case, then we should keep an eye on the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/phoenix-suns" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><strong>Phoenix Suns</strong> </a>and a potential reunion with <strong>Kevin Durant.</strong> Of course, that would cost them <strong>Bradley Beal</strong> and some other parts.</p>



<h2>Suns Could Land James Harden In Bradley Beal Trade</h2>



<p><strong>(via Bleacher Report)</strong></p>



<p><em><strong>“The Trade:</strong> Beal, a 2024 second-round pick (via DEN), a 2028 second-round pick (via MEM) and a 2029 second-round pick (via MEM) to the Philadelphia 76ers for James Harden and P.J. Tucker</em></p>



<p><em>If the Suns wound up shopping Beal,<strong> they’d almost certainly be looking for a star</strong>. They’ve already splurged on two (Beal and Kevin Durant), and they clearly think stacking them is the key to delivering the franchise’s first NBA title.</em></p>



<p><em><strong>Phoenix has been identified as a possible Harden suitor before, and you could make the case his playmaking ability would have more impact than Beal’s scoring,</strong> since both would functionally fill third-option roles behind Durant and Kevin Booker.</em></p>



<p><em><strong>The Suns could also get Tucker in the deal,</strong> both to make the money work and to address some of their depth issues on the wing.”</em></p>


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<p>Of course, this would only happen if <strong>Frank Vogel</strong> and the Suns fail to make the most of Beal’s skills and they realized they’d be better off with a more ‘traditional’ playmaker instead.</p>


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<p>It’s not a secret that<strong> Deandre Ayton wasn’t happy with coach Monty Williams</strong>. The former first-overall pick of the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/nba" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NBA</a> Draft</strong> barely cared and was far from helpful for the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/phoenix-suns" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Phoenix Suns</a> </strong>two years ago.</p>



<p>Ayton was close to signing with the <strong>Indiana Pacers,</strong> but the Suns decided to match their offer to keep him on board, preventing him from leaving and keeping him as a potential trade asset.</p>



<p>He was slightly better and more committed last season, but there are still some rumors about his determination to stay or not. Now, while playing for the Bahamas national team, <strong>he may have taken a shot at <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kevin-durant" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Kevin Durant</a> and Devin Booker</strong>.</p>



<h2>Deandre Ayton Praises Bahamas Teammates, Takes Shot At Suns Stars</h2>



<p><em><strong>“The best teammates I’ve ever been around, on and off the court,” </strong></em>Ayton said. <em>“Just understanding how it feels to fight for your country and everybody on the same mission.”</em></p>



<p><em><strong>“It was a phenomenal feeling. Seeing how much emotion was coming into this game and just having each other’s back and being together,” </strong></em>the big man continued.</p>


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<p>Ayton <strong>knows what he’s doing right there, </strong>and this is not a coincidence by any means. So, after all, it seems like things aren’t all that good in the Valley of the Sun right now.</p>


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<p>No one, not even his biggest hater or detractor, can deny that <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kevin-durant" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Kevin Durant</a> is one of the greatest players in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/nba" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NBA</a> history. </strong>That’s why even at this age, the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/phoenix-suns" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Phoenix Suns</a></strong> gave up so much to get him.</p>



<p>But unlike other superstars, it seems like Durant’s legacy<strong> is always a subject of debate.</strong> It’s not enough to be a great player, as the way he’s handled his career has rubbed a lot of people the wrong way.</p>



<p>That’s why<strong> former <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cleveland-cavaliers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cleveland Cavaliers</a> guard Iman Shumpert</strong> believes not even some of his colleagues respect him anymore, as he’s always looking to create super teams.</p>



<h2>Iman Shumpert Says NBA Players Don’t Respect Kevin Durant</h2>



<p><em><strong>“Like you came in like a d**head saying why don’t y’all switch teams? Y’all not loyal.</strong> Supersonic KD was one way. He was coming to hoop. Like ‘Aha, I can’t lift 185, don’t care. Bust on you,”</em> Shumpert said.</p>



<p><em>“<strong>I’ll still drop 50 on you.’ And we was loving that. </strong>But when you change and you just be like, Ah that’s cool, we can team up. You’re still raw as f but it’s just like… (grimaces),”</em> he added.</p>


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<p>Ironically, <strong>Shumpert always raves about LeBron James</strong>, who’s also had his fair share of superteams. However, James hasn’t forced his way out of any team and has always honored his contracts.</p>


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