Kings vs. Suns Gameday: Kevin Durant, Jusuf Nurkic Injury Updates and 3 Things to Watch

Kevin Durant Out, Jusuf Nurkic Questionable

The Phoenix Suns will be without Kevin Durant on Tuesday night when they host the Sacramento Kings. Durant is dealing with a right MCL sprain and is expected to miss at least two weeks.

Jusuf Nurkic is also questionable for the Kings with a left calf strain. Nurkic missed the Kings' last game and is considered day-to-day.

3 Things to Watch

• De'Aaron Fox vs. Chris Paul: This matchup will be key in determining the outcome of the game. Fox is one of the most dynamic guards in the league, while Paul is a veteran point guard who knows how to control the tempo of a game.
• The Suns' 3-point shooting: The Suns are one of the best 3-point shooting teams in the league. They are shooting 38.6% from beyond the arc this season, which is third in the NBA.
• The Kings' defense: The Kings have been one of the worst defensive teams in the league this season. They are allowing 118.9 points per game, which is 29th in the NBA.