Exclusive: Durant Sees 'Great' Potential for Mavericks Despite Dončić Trade, Irving Injury

Kevin Durant discusses Kyrie Irving’s injury, Luka Dončić’s departure and why he still believes the Mavericks have the pieces to build a successful future.

After the Phoenix Suns achieved a 125-116 victory over the Dallas Mavericks, Kevin Durant offered a candid assessment of the Mavs, reflecting on Kyrie Irving’s latest injury, the emotional departure of Luka Dončić, and the team’s potential.

Durant, who has maintained a close relationship with Irving throughout their careers, including being teammates on the Brooklyn Nets, said his primary concern is his longtime friend’s well-being as he works through another injury setback.