Durant makes history and Phoenix Suns surprise with a stellar defensive rating

The absolute debacle suffered by the Phoenix Suns sports project last season did not foreshadow such a dazzling start to the current season. Kevin Durant remains a great reference, but he is being supported by a team very committed to defense, and where the new pieces have fit in perfectly.

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No one would have believed a few months ago that Phoenix Suns would stand out in the early stages of the season for their defensive efficiency. However, the Arizona franchise has completely changed its style of play and attitude. Suddenly, the vilified Big 3 put together last year begins to show clear signs of good understanding, with exquisite ball movement and having Kevin Durant as the main executor. So much so, that he has become the second player in history to score 10,000 field goals, joining LeBron.

Booker and Beal are not rushing their shots, having found a great ally in Tyus Jones, who gives a sense to the attacks, finds the most appropriate spaces for his teammates, and doesn't turn the ball over. They are still inconsistent, but Mike Budenholzer is working to make excellence more consistent. The reason to believe it can be so is how well they are defending, already ranking in the top-5 in defensive rating so far this season. Reasons for optimism in Phoenix Suns.

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