The Nuggets routed the Suns in Game 1, pulling off an 18-point win to set the tone in the series.
Jamal Murray was the biggest difference-maker, erupting for 34 points and nine assists to lead Denver. Phoenix got 29 points and 14 rebounds from Kevin Durant and 27 points and eight assists from Devin Booker, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Nuggets’ balanced attack.
Will Durant be available for the Suns as they look to bounce back in Game 2? The Sporting News has the latest updates below.
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Is Kevin Durant playing vs. Nuggets tonight?
The Suns have not submitted their injury report yet for Game 2, but Durant is expected to be available.
Durant played 36 minutes in Game 1, going for a double-double of 29 points and 14 rebounds in the loss. He has not missed a playoff game yet, averaging 28.5 points, 8.7 rebounds, 5.3 assists, 1.3 blocks and 1.0 steals over six games.
What time is Suns vs. Nuggets today?
- Date: Monday, May 1
- Time: 10 p.m. ET | 7 p.m. PT
Game 2 between the Suns and Nuggets will tip off around 10 p.m. ET on Monday, May 1. The game will be played at the Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado.
What channel is Suns vs. Nuggets on?
- Date: Monday, May 1
- TV channel: TNT
- Live stream: Sling TV
Game 2 between the Suns and Nuggets will air on TNT. Viewers can stream the game on Sling TV.
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Suns vs. Nuggets odds
The Nuggets are 4.5-point favorites over the Suns in Game 2.
| Nuggets | Suns | |
| Spread | -4.5 | +4.5 |
| Moneyline | -190 | +155 |
For the full market, check out BetMGM.
Suns vs. Nuggets schedule
Here is the full schedule for the second-round series between the Suns and Nuggets:
| Date | Game | Time (ET)/Result | TV channel |
| April 29 | Game 1 | Nuggets 125, Suns 107 | TNT |
| May 1 | Game 2 | 10 p.m. at Nuggets | TNT |
| May 5 | Game 3 | 10 p.m. at Suns | ESPN |
| May 7 | Game 4 | 8 p.m. at Suns | TNT |
| May 9 | Game 5* | TBD at Nuggets | TNT |
| May 11 | Game 6* | TBD at Suns | ESPN |
| May 14 | Game 7* | TBD at Nuggets | TBD |
*If necessary