The Phoenix Suns and Denver Nuggets semifinal matchup is likely to be a battle. The Suns will be hoping for a similar performance in the Ball Arena on Saturday after smashing the Clippers 4-1 in round one of the playoffs and with Kevin Durant in top form.
But, with the Nuggets also thrashing the Timberwolves in a 4-1 series win, and their All-Star Nikola Jokic giving the Wolves’ defense fits, it will be interesting to see how both teams line up for the first game of the series.
Kevin Durant is fit for the Phoenix Suns vs Denver Nuggets game tonight
Kevin Durant has been an important addition to the Phoenix Suns team, and the Suns have won 75% of their games with their star power forward. Durant has had an exceptional 2023 season and with the Suns dealing with a slew of injuries this season, KD has stepped up for the club and scored crucial points on a regular basis.
No one on the injury report for either the Suns or Nuggets ahead of tomorrow’s Game 1.
— Harrison Wind (@HarrisonWind) April 29, 2023
It is unusual for today’s NBA clubs to have no injuries on their injury lists. Fans, on the other hand, are overjoyed because they will be able to experience the battle between Kevin Durant and Nikola Jokic from Game 1 onward. Let’s take a look at the expected roster of both teams.
Phoenix Suns Injury Report
- No Injuries Reported
Phoenix Suns Expected Roster
- Kevin Durant
- Chris Paul
- Devin Booker
- Deandre Ayton
- Torrey Craig
Denver Nuggets Injury Report
- Collins Gillespie (Out)
Denver Nuggets Expected Roster
- Nikola Jokic
- Aaron Gordon
- Jamal Murray
- Michael Porter
- Kentavoius Caldwell-Pope
The Denver Nuggets could put the first nail in the coffin in Game 1 against the Suns
Though the game could be an all-out war between the two teams, with both having full artillery and the Suns defeating the Nuggets last time out, Denver still has a slight advantage over their conference rivals, and that is due to the Nuggets’ depth on the bench.
The Nuggets have had few injuries this season, and all of the players have stayed in touch with one another. Injury issues, on the other hand, have been a common occurrence in the Suns dugout, which can make it difficult for the players to gel on the big night. Let us know who you think will win Game 1 in the comments section.