After the shock loss to Orlando, OKC needed to shut people up and fast. So with that in mind, Kevin Durant has his 7th 40 point game of the season and finished one assist from a triple double (41, points,10 rebounds, 9 assists) in a comfortable win against New York.
On the losing side, Carmelo was shut down. 15 points, 26% field goal shooting. And it wasn’t just because KD was guarding him, he was cold regardless of who was guarding him. 5-19 overall, 1-5 from 3. This is a game Melo does not want to revisit.
With another 40 point game by KD, his bid for MVP is strengthening. But don’t call it a lock now. Wait till Westbrook comes back. If Durant is still beast while Westbrook is along side him then you can say it. For the mean time. Just enjoy the amazing hot streak KD is currently on.
