Kevin Durant, another serious problem for Team USA

In doubt where you will come from USA in the Olympic Games after various problems presented in their preparatory matches, despite the victories, added the mystery of Kevin Durant. The star of Phoenix Suns has not played a game in five played and, if it reaches the Olympic event -Team USA will debut Saturday against Serbia-, looks like he won’t do it in the best of conditions.

What appeared to be a precautionary measure against calf discomfort became a concern for Team USA. however, Steve Kerr He assured that they will continue to wait for Durant.

“We never thought of replacing Kevin. I expected him to play a game here (in preparation), but it just didn’t happen that way,” acknowledged the coach of the American team.

He 2014 MVP He suffered a right calf strain training in mid-June and was unable to recover in time for the start of Team USA’s training camp.

“When he was out for a while, he came right back and he was himself. He is one of the greatest players of all time. So we’re hoping he’ll be back soon and I think he’ll fit right in,” said Kerr, who won two rings with Durant in the Warriors in 2017 and 2018.

Aside from KD’s injury, the US coach recognized the need for improvement of Team USA, which showed gaps in this preparation despite its five wins, especially yesterday against Germany (92-88), South Sudan on Saturday (101-100) and Australia last week (98-92).

“We can improve a lot. We’re getting to the point where we’re getting comfortable with the rotations and I think the guys are getting to know each other. I think we can improve and that’s the plan here for the next couple of weeks,” said Kerr.