Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant’s pursuit of a gold medal with Team USA has encountered a setback. Reports surfaced on Sunday indicating that the former NBA MVP is grappling with an injury that has sidelined him at the start of training camp in Las Vegas.
Currently, it is uncertain if this injury will affect Durant’s participation in the upcoming Olympics later this month.
**Phoenix Suns News: Kevin Durant Dealing With Strained Calf**
According to Shams Charania and Joe Vardon of The Athletic, Durant missed Team USA’s first two training sessions due to a calf injury:
“Team USA star Kevin Durant missed the first two days of training camp with a calf strain, league sources told The Athletic on Sunday,” the report stated.
Calf injuries can be complicated, and Durant, now a veteran player, might need extended recovery time. Though the injury doesn’t appear serious, Durant could be sidelined for a few more days as he heals.
**‘An Abundance of Caution’**
Team USA head coach Steve Kerr emphasized a cautious approach to Durant’s recovery:
“We’re just going to use an abundance of caution,” Kerr said. “It’s not bad. He’s assuring me that it’s not bad. We’re just going to be really careful and take it day by day.”
With an exhibition game against Canada approaching on Wednesday, Durant’s participation remains uncertain.
