Kevin Durant & Devin Booker - 1st duo to each score 25+ points in each of their first 3 games of a postseason since Kobe Bryant & Shaq in 2003

 

In a thrilling matchup between the Phoenix Suns and the Los Angeles Clippers, two NBA superstars, Kevin Durant and Devin Booker, have made history by becoming the first duo in nearly two decades to each score 25+ points in each of their first three games of a postseason. The last duo to accomplish this feat was Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O'Neal in 2003.

Durant, a former NBA MVP, and four-time scoring champion, has been leading the Brooklyn Nets in their playoff run this year, averaging 32.0 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 3.0 assists per game. Meanwhile, Booker, the young Phoenix Suns star, has been having a breakout postseason, averaging 29.3 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 4.8 assists per game.

The Suns currently lead the Clippers 2-1 in their Western Conference Finals series. In Game 1, Booker and the Suns started off strong, taking a 120-114 victory over the Clippers. Booker had an impressive 40-point game, along with 13 rebounds and 11 assists, marking his first career triple-double in the playoffs.

The Clippers, however, bounced back in Game 2, taking a 106-92 win over the Suns. Paul George led the Clippers with 26 points and 6 rebounds, while Reggie Jackson added 23 points.

In Game 3, the Suns took control of the series once again, with a 106-92 victory over the Clippers. Booker led the Suns with 25 points, while Chris Paul added 15 points and 12 assists. Meanwhile, the Clippers struggled without their star player, Kawhi Leonard, who missed the game due to a knee injury.

With Booker and Durant's impressive performances, they are leading their respective teams to playoff success. Fans of the NBA are eagerly awaiting the next game in the series, as the Suns look to extend their lead over the Clippers and book their spot in the NBA Finals.