With time running out in the regular season, the Phoenix Suns are entering a pivotal stretch in pursuing a play-in tournament berth. Monday’s matchup against the Toronto Raptors opens a critical five-game homestand, offering a prime opportunity for Phoenix to bolster its playoff push.
After dropping 15 of their last 21 games, the Suns have little margin for error. They came up short on Sunday against the Lakers, falling 107-96 despite a strong defensive effort. Kevin Durant and Devin Booker struggled to get shots to fall, combining for just 40 points on 12-of-34 shooting. However, with Bradley Beal dealing with a hamstring injury, Durant’s role likely becomes even more vital.
Here is the featured Kevin Durant prop bet on DraftKings Sportsbook for Monday’s matchup against the Toronto Raptors.
Best Kevin Durant Prop Bet on DraftKings Sportsbook
Over 25.5 Points (-135)
Durant has averaged 26.6 points, 6.2 rebounds and 4.3 assists in 55 games this season. His scoring role only increases if Beal is out of the lineup. Monday’s game presents a favorable opportunity against a Raptors defense that has struggled away from home.
Toronto is just 8-24 on the road and comes off a loss to the Trail Blazers in which it allowed 105 points despite a limited Portland roster. Durant didn’t play in the previous meeting between the teams on Feb. 23, but Booker and Beal combined for 61 points, a volume that Durant will need to replicate to keep Phoenix’s offense afloat.
Toronto arrives in Phoenix playing the second leg of a back-to-back and has been shorthanded as well, with Brandon Ingram, R.J. Barrett, Jakob Poeltl and Gradey Dick all ruled out. The Suns need a bounceback effort, starting with their leading scorer.
Even in Sunday’s loss, Durant remained aggressive, taking 17 field-goal attempts and playing 36 minutes. Expect an even more assertive approach on Monday in a must-win spot. This is a favorable matchup for Durant to exceed his scoring prop, especially with the Suns desperate for wins.
