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will kevin durant play in western conference finals

by Prof. Craig Gleichner Jr. Published 3 years ago Updated 2 years ago
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Warriors star Kevin Durant will miss the upcoming Games 3 and 4 of the Western Conference finals in Portland as he continues to recover from a strained right calf, and the timing of his next examination by doctors likely means he would not return until the NBA Finals if Golden State advances.

Per ESPN's Ramona Shelburne, Durant will not play in Game 1 of the West finals against the Portland Trail Blazers on Tuesday night (9 ET, ESPN).

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Who won the 2016 NBA Western Conference Finals?

2016 NBA Western Conference Finals Thunder vs. Warriors League Champion: Cleveland Cavaliers Finals MVP: LeBron James (29.7 / 11.3 / 8.9) 2016 Playoff Leaders:

Who was the NBA Finals MVP in 2016?

2016 NBA Western Conference Finals Thunder vs. Warriors League Champion: Cleveland Cavaliers Finals MVP: LeBron James (29.7 / 11.3 / 8.9) 2016 Playoff Leaders: PTS: Klay Thompson(582) TRB: Draymond Green(228) AST: Russell Westbrook(198)

Who is the NBA Finals MVP for Thunder vs Warriors?

Thunder vs. Warriors League Champion: Cleveland Cavaliers Finals MVP: LeBron James (29.7 / 11.3 / 8.9) 2016 Playoff Leaders: PTS: Klay Thompson(582) TRB: Draymond Green(228) AST: Russell Westbrook(198) WS: LeBron James(4.7)

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Why did Kevin Durant not play last game?

He was not scheduled to play in the game due to a knee injury, but now Durant will no longer be in attendance at all.

When did Kevin Durant go to the finals?

KD's reached the Finals for the first time in the 2011-12 season with OKC. He was up against LeBron James' mighty Miami Heat. If either of the players won, it would be their first-ever NBA Championship. It almost seems like the one to get ahead of the other first would go on to have a better career.

Has Kevin Durant won a Finals MVP?

Jerry West, the first-ever awardee, is the only person to win the award while being on the losing team in the 1969 finals. Willis Reed, Abdul-Jabbar, Larry Bird, Hakeem Olajuwon, Kobe Bryant, Kawhi Leonard and Kevin Durant won the award twice.

What Conference is Kevin Durant in?

For the second consecutive year, he led the NBA in scoring, averaging 27.7 points a game. Behind Durant's leadership, the Thunder won 55 games and earned the fourth seed in the Western Conference.

How much money does kd make a year?

42.97 million USD (2023)Kevin Durant / Salary

How many times has kd been to the conference finals?

Kevin Durant has 4 appearances for the Thunder in Conference Finals in his career.NAMEDATESEASONKevin Durant6/6/20122011-12Kevin Durant5/19/20142013-14Kevin Durant5/21/20142013-14Kevin Durant5/25/20142013-1415 more rows

What did draymond say to KD?

Infamously telling Durant to leave the Warriors during the 2018-19 season, since the team had already won without him, and could win again without him, Draymond received a lot of blame for Durant's ultimate decision to leave Golden State.

Can a losing team win Finals MVP?

MVPs from losing teams are rare There has been only one NBA Finals MVP on a losing team, and that was back in 1969. Jerry West won MVP but the Los Angeles Lakers lost the series (and we can assume he never threw the trophy through a window, no matter what "Winning Time" said).

Who is the oldest MVP in NBA history?

Karl Malone is the oldest MVP in a season. He was 35 years old in 1998-99.

Is KD part of NBA 75?

Brooklyn Nets star Kevin Durant was one of the current players selected to the NBA's 75th Anniversary Team as one of the league's 75 greatest players, but he will not take part in Sunday's celebration.

How much is KDS worth?

Kevin Durant Net WorthNet Worth:$200 MillionSalary:$42 MillionDate of Birth:Sep 29, 1988 (34 years old)Place of Birth:Washington, D.C.Gender:Male3 more rows

How many times has kd missed the playoffs?

Kevin Durant has only been on 1 team to miss the playoffs after his sophomore year. He averaged 27.2 points per game in the 2008-09 NBA season. His first scoring title came right during his rookie scale contract, in just his 3rd year.

How old was KD when he went to the Finals with OKC?

Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook were 23; James Harden and Serge Ibaka were 22. Parades were in our future, of that there was no doubt. Maybe even that summer of 2012. The Thunder and Heat were tied 1-1 when the Finals went all South Beach.

What year did Kevin Durant go to the Finals with OKC?

2012 NBA Finals - Wikipedia.

How old was KD in his first Finals?

Kevin Durant was 23 years old in the 2012 NBA Finals.

How many times has kd missed the playoffs?

Kevin Durant has only been on 1 team to miss the playoffs after his sophomore year. He averaged 27.2 points per game in the 2008-09 NBA season. His first scoring title came right during his rookie scale contract, in just his 3rd year.

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