Kevin Durant: (Foot) Eyeing Friday Return?

Durant (broken foot) may be in line to return as early as Friday's game against the Knicks, The Oklahoman reports.

Analysis:

The Thunder's surprising decision to waive Sebastian Telfair on Wednesday creates an open roster spot for the team, suggesting that one of Durant, Russell Westbrook (broken hand) or Mitch McGary (broken foot) is on track to fill the vacancy. Durant was close to a full participant earlier in practice this week, showing far better progress in his recovery from the injury than was expected at this point. A return to action doesn't seem to be too far off, and while Durant could struggle initially to replicate last season's MVP numbers, he still figures to remain an elite fantasy commodity once he gets back on the court.