Is Kevin Durant playing tonight against Lakers? Latest on Suns superstar's availability for Emirates NBA Cup game (Nov. 26)

Kevin Durant will play in the highly anticipated NBA Cup matchup between the Phoenix Suns and the LA Lakers on Tuesday. Durant, who missed the last seven games due to a left calf injury, was sorely missed by the Suns, who managed just one win in his absence, losing six of their seven outings.

When Durant last suited up, the Suns were atop the Western Conference standings with an impressive 8-1 record, tied with the OKC Thunder. However, in his absence, Mike Budenholzer's squad has dropped to seventh place, holding a 9-7 record.

Phoenix's coach provided an update on Durant's condition ahead of the marquee showdown, emphasizing that the former MVP looked sharp and ready during scrimmages.

"They both (Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal) looked great," the Suns coach said. "They did everything in practice today, quite a bit of scrimmaging. They are great players, so it's great to have them playing. They brought an energy and the pop, which was really good."

Before his injury, Kevin Durant was performing at an MVP-caliber level, often carrying the Suns to victory with his exceptional execution in clutch moments.

This season, Durant has been a force on the court, averaging 27.6 points, 6.6 rebounds, 3.4 assists and 1.4 blocks per game. The two-time NBA champion has been remarkably efficient, shooting 55.3% from the field, including an impressive 42.9% from beyond the arc.

Durant has faced the Lakers twice this season, delivering standout performances in both matchups. The two-time NBA Finals MVP scored 30 points in each game, showcasing his offensive brilliance.

How to watch Kevin Durant in action during Suns vs. Lakers

The Phoenix Suns vs. LA Lakers NBA Cup game is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, Nov. 26, at the Footprint Center in Phoenix, Arizona. The game will tip off at 10 p.m. EST (7 p.m. PT).

The Suns vs. Lakers game will be broadcast live on TNT and Spectrum SportsNet (local). Hoops fans will also have the option to stream the game live on the NBA League Pass and Fubo Tv app and website (regional restrictions may apply).