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The new NBA season is only hours away and fans cannot wait to see their favorite teams in action. With new players added through the draft and stars switching teams, it surely is an exciting time to be an NBA fan. But the season opener may be somewhat ominous for Phoenix Suns fans despite having Kevin Durant on their roster.
The Phoenix Suns are the latest in line with their newly formed ‘Big Three.’ And the entire NBA world cannot wait to see them in action. Unfortunately, head coach Frank Vogel’s update on his star players may make one wonder if bad luck has been following KD around.
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Frank Vogel breaks daunting news
There is no doubt in the fact that Kevin Durant is a top-five or a top 10 player in the league. But the past few seasons with the Brooklyn Nets were a tumultuous ride for him due to his teammates.

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Dec 22, 2020; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers coach Frank Vogel (left) talks with referee Eric Dalen (37) in the second half against the LA Clippers at Staples Center. The Clippers defeated the Lakers. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
And when everything seemed to be in the rearview mirror, the season opener for the Phoenix Suns may not see the entire ‘Big Three’ on the court together. That is due to head coach Frank Vogel’s latest update on injuries.
Head coach Frank Vogel spoke to the media during one of the team’s practices. That is when he revealed that two players of their newly formed ‘Big Three’ have been limited by him due to certain aspects.
"I limited Brad and Book with some minor stuff."
Frank Vogel on Devin Booker (toe) and Bradley Beal (back) going into Tuesday's season opener at Warriors. #Suns https://t.co/YyASm5q5v1 pic.twitter.com/SHEdZsG3jW
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Frank Vogel said, “I limited Brad and Book with some minor stuff.” The Suns head coach had to take this step because Bradley Beal suffered from lower back tightness and Devin Booker had a swollen toe.
So, by the looks of it, Devin Booker and Bradley Beal both may play limited minutes in the season opener.
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Will Kevin Durant be able to lead the Suns to victory?
The Phoenix Suns will face off against the Golden State Warriors in their first game of the season. Both teams went 4-1 in the preseason. But it is the regular season matchups where things count.
Both teams would look to kick off their season with a win and that too against their conference rival. Though the Warriors and the Suns do not have a long history of battles, these two squads may still have something against each other.
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The Warriors will be playing with the Suns’ former point guard, Chris Paul. And the Suns will be led by Kevin Durant, who won two championships with the Warriors before leaving for the Brooklyn Nets.
Let’s see who comes out on top in this much-anticipated season opener.
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