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Phoenix Suns Eliminated from NBA Playoff Contention After Loss to Thunder

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Joshua Rosenblum | Last updated Apr 10, 2025 7:12 AM ET

In a disappointing turn for Phoenix Suns fans, the team has been officially eliminated from the 2025 NBA Playoffs following a 125-112 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Wednesday Night.

The defeat, which marked the Suns' eighth consecutive loss, capped a challenging season for a team once viewed as a championship contender.

The NBA on TNT announced the elimination on X, sharing an image of stars Devin Booker and Kevin Durant with the stark caption "ELIMINATED," reflecting the end of Phoenix's postseason hopes.

The Suns' season unraveled amid a brutal stretch, with their eight-game skid averaging a 23-point deficit per game.

Despite boasting a roster with high-caliber talents like Booker and Durant, injuries and inconsistency plagued the team.

Durant, sidelined by an ankle injury in recent weeks, was absent for the crucial matchup against the Thunder, further hampering Suns' chances.

The Suns currently hold a 35-45 record, placing them 11th in the Western Conference, a far cry from their NBA Finals appearance just four years ago.

This elimination has sparked intense discussions about the Suns' future. Fans and analysts are questioning the team’s direction, with many pointing to the front office’s decisions to trade away a promising young core for Durant as a potential misstep.

Social media reactions on X ranged from frustration to calls for a rebuild, with some suggesting Durant might seek a trade in the offseason.

As the Suns head into a critical summer, the focus will be on retooling around Booker and addressing roster gaps to reclaim their status as contenders in the 2025-26 season. For now, the Suns' season ends in bitter disappointment.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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