Kevin Durant’s frustration boiled over once again, this time during the Phoenix Suns’ 107-96 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers on March 17, 2025. Late in the first quarter, with the Suns trailing 25-11, head coach Mike Budenholzer called a timeout. As the team huddled, Durant stood up and engaged in a heated exchange with Budenholzer, visibly frustrated.
When asked about the incident postgame, Budenholzer downplayed the situation, calling it “pretty normal stuff” and attributing it to Durant’s competitive nature. “He’s pushing us to win. He’s pushing us to be better,” Budenholzer said. However, this wasn’t the first time Durant’s emotions have surfaced publicly, fueling speculation of underlying locker room tension.
The Suns have struggled to find consistency this season, and Durant’s latest outburst only adds to growing concerns. With Bradley Beal also exiting the game due to hamstring tightness and Devin Booker struggling in the second half, Phoenix’s star trio continues to face setbacks. While Budenholzer insists the team needs to “figure it out,” Durant’s visible frustration suggests patience is wearing thin. The question remains—how much more can Phoenix take before internal tensions reach a breaking point?
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