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“You can’t keep lying like this!” – Phoenix Suns’ Kevin Durant replies fan’s comment on LeBron James making a rebound for a fan

Kevin Durant fires back at a critic on social media as his impressive season start with the Suns proves enough to back him up.

It’s a sad reality, but the NBA right now is witnessing a transition as veteran stars like Kevin Durant and LeBron James near the end of their careers. And despite the impact they have had throughout his career, it has not been enough to stop the criticism that has been constantly aimed at their direction.

A fan recently took to social media to jab at Durant, as he praised LeBron James’ reliability while implying that Durant’s inconsistent availability has made his player props unbeatable. Kevin Durant, in his usual fashion, responded as he defended himself.

U can’t keep lyin like this on the internet.

Kevin Durant replies a fan on X

Kevin Durant has had to deal with constant criticism both from fans and critics. Recently, he engaged in a back-and-forth war of words with veteran TV analyst Stephen A. Smith who had earlier criticized his leadership.

Durant’s response to the latest allegation highlighted his strong start to the season. This season he has demonstrated that he an MVP-caliber as under new coach Mike Budenholzer the Suns have annihilated every team that has stood in their way while coasting to an 8-2 record.

Kevin Durant sidelined with calf strain as Suns’ title hopes face early test

However, amidst a solid start, sad news for fans of the Phoenix Suns has come as it was announced that Kevin Durant will undergo a two-week reevaluation after he suffered a left calf strain in Friday’s 114-113 win over the Dallas Mavericks. Durant played 37 minutes in the game, continuing his impressive start to the season.



Durant’s injury has left a significant void in the Suns’ lineup, having averaged 27.6 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 3.4 assists per game. Furthermore, he has shot 55.3% from the field and 42.9% from three during the team’s 8-1 start.

In his absence, Devin Booker and Bradley Beal will be tasked with shouldering more scoring responsibility, while Royce O’Neale is expected to see increased playing time at power forward.