Suns’ Kevin Durant takes defiant look at critics who think he’ll ‘burn out’

Aging like fine wine is a common phrase and it refers to Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant. Once again, he averaged 26 points or more for the eighth consecutive season. Even as he ages, his game continues to improve. Whether it’s his footwork, his physicality or his touch on the feather, Durant picks his spots better than anyone.

He explained to Yahoo Sports about critics believing his time was almost up.

“I’m not your average 36-year-old,” Durant said. “I’m conditioning my mind, my body to be a professional.” So what else am I going to do? Burn out?

“How many people play at this level at my age? So you can’t compare me to anyone who got burned. That could happen, but does it look like it now?”

So far this season, he is averaging 27.3 points, 6.4 rebounds and 4.1 assists per game. Even in his 16th season, he’s constantly finding ways to improve, and that includes repeating it to his teammates. for example, Durant explained what the Suns have been missing in their loss on Monday. Zone package. He detailed what specific looks they gave, which shows his basketball spirit.

Kevin Durant is the ageless wonder of the Suns

While the stats are great, it’s his longevity that stands out. For example, Durant played 75 games last seasonthe most in the team. Not to mention, he played 37.2 minutes per game. That amount of games and minutes, combined with the mileage on his body from a long NBA career is impressive.

He and LeBron James were two players whose games continue to evolve with their age. However, after scoring 36 points against the Detroit Pistons, he looked like the Oklahoma City Thunder. However, Durant feels that he is now the same player that he wanted to be then.

“Back then I was trying to play the way I’m playing now,” Durant said. “Where I choose my places, and I’m not in a hurry.” But for those teams, I had to score. I needed to have more energy. Look at me in the second half tonight, I didn’t trip. Then I might have tripped. I’m more relaxed tonight.”

Playing alongside Devin Booker and Bradley Beal gives Durant time to relax from scoring. He is able to focus more on the defensive side of the ball, coaching the rookies and being a playmaker. Still, his number is often called in close game situations. With that said, Durant said the Suns’ vibes are up during this part.

His skill set is generational and he continues to evolve. If Durant can stay healthy, the Suns have a legitimate chance to do anything just because he’s on the court.