The Phoenix Suns faced a tough challenge in Game 1 of their first-round series as Anthony Edwards dominated the court, scoring 33 points, grabbing nine rebounds, dishing out six assists, and stealing the ball twice. In a heated clash with Kevin Durant during the third quarter, Edwards outscored KD 18-10, leading Draymond Green to call on Durant to step up and contain Edwards in the upcoming games.
According to Green on The Draymond Green Show, KD will need to focus on shutting down Edwards defensively, while the Suns will have to rely on players like Devin Booker, Bradley Beal, and Grayson Allen to provide offensive support. Former Warriors coach Mark Jackson echoed similar sentiments on The Mark Jackson Show, emphasizing the need for someone on the Suns to match Edwards’ intensity and take on the challenge of stopping him.
As Game 2 approaches, the question remains whether the 35-year-old Durant has what it takes to go head-to-head with the 22-year-old Edwards. The Suns will need to dig deep defensively to contain the rising star and even the series.
