PHOENIX — Mike Budenholzer was recently asked about Kevin Durant’s leadership over the past month. The first-year Phoenix Suns coach didn’t hold back. He said Durant has been “off the charts.” He praised Durant’s actions. He praised his voice. And he said the veteran forward has set the tone for the Phoenix organization.
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After Saturday night’s 103-97 win over the Portland Trail Blazers, which increased the Suns’ record to 5-1, Durant was asked for his reaction to Budenholzer’s comments.
First, Durant wanted to know something: “Why’d you ask him that?” he said.
Durant’s leadership is not a new NBA topic, but during an Oct. 24 episode of “First Take,” ESPN analyst Stephen
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