The Phoenix Suns look to rebound from a 98-89 loss to the Dallas Mavericks when they visit the Golden State Warriors on Saturday night. Phoenix has dropped four of its past five games and continues to struggle without Devin Booker, sidelined by a groin injury.
Kevin Durant was limited to 21 points, three rebounds, and no assists in Friday’s loss, but he remains Phoenix’s focal point with Booker out. Durant will need to assert himself more as a facilitator and rebounder against Golden State, making him a prime target for prop betting.
Here’s the best Kevin Durant prop bet on DraftKings Sportsbook to consider for Saturday’s matchup:
Best Kevin Durant Prop Bet on DraftKings Sportsbook
Kevin Durant Over 10.5 Assists + Rebounds (-110)
Durant is averaging 27.5 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 3.8 assists through 20 games this season. In his only previous matchup against the Warriors, he finished with 21 points, 10 rebounds and three assists.
Although Durant fell short of this combined total in his last two outings, he exceeded it in five consecutive games following his return from injury. With Booker out, defenses have crowded the paint, forcing Durant to create opportunities for his teammates.
Golden State often pressures star players with aggressive defensive coverages, potentially opening up passing lanes for Durant if the Suns’ shooters can connect from deep. His length and versatility also position him well to contribute on the glass.
Against the Mavericks, Durant emphasized the importance of floor spacers knocking down shots in catch-and-shoot situations. Dallas lived with Durant drawing a crowd and passing out to teammates when he wasn’t shooting over the top in short range.
“I think it’s just a matter of making shots. We can’t force it at the rim if they are going to be there … so it forced us to make that extra pass out,” Durant said. “We got up 35 threes, we shot 37%, which was pretty solid.”
After a quiet performance against Dallas, Durant will likely approach Saturday’s game with added urgency, making the over on combined assists and rebounds an appealing option.
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