SAN JOSE – Kevin Durant’s third preseason game with the Warriors was not dramatically different from his second. He made a positive impact at both ends of the court.
Starting at small forward and playing 26 minutes, Durant totaled a game-high 25 points and five rebounds in a 105-96 victory over the Sacramento Kings Thursday night at SAP Center.
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Durant continues to increase his aggressiveness on offense as he becomes more comfortable with his teammates. His first bucket, 71 seconds into the game, came on a rolling reverse dunk on a bullet pass from Draymond Green. Durant scored at various times from various locations, mostly beyond the arc – in transition and simply pulling up – but also on the block.
Durant’s complete stat line for his third preseason game: 25 points (8-of-11 from the field, 4-of-6 from 3-point distance, 5-of-5 from the line), five rebounds, two blocks, one assist and three turnovers.