Matas Buzelis attacked Saturday’s matchup against Kevin Durant with his signature intensity — and earned praise from the NBA superstar as a result.

Matas Buzelis has impressed many people throughout his rookie campaign with the Bulls, and gained another fan in Kevin Durant.

Both the Chicago Bulls and the Phoenix Suns are on steep downward trajectories heading into their game. The Bulls have lost five on the trot and do not seem to be particularly focused on winning, having traded Zach LaVine to the Sacramento Kings. On the other hand, the Suns are on a four-game losing streak.