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Kevin Durant’s Mysterious Injury: Doctor Raises Serious Long-Term Concerns Amid Lakers Series

Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant didn’t play against the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 1 of the first round. Whether he will play in Game 2 is still “up in the air,” according to recent reports. The 37-year-old forward suffered a right knee contusion during practice earlier this week and having missed the opening game, […] The post Kevin Durant’s Mysterious Injury: Doctor Raises Serious Long-Term Concerns Amid Lakers Series appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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JJ Redick reveals strategy behind Luke Kennard’s monster Game 1 performance vs. Rockets

The Los Angeles Lakers surprised most by taking down the Houston Rockets in Game 1 of their first round NBA playoff series despite playing without superstar Luka Doncic and star guard Austin Reaves. Even without superstar Kevin Durant in the Rockets lineup, LeBron James was his usual, dominant self via his all-around capabilities, but it […] The post JJ Redick reveals strategy behind Luke Kennard’s monster Game 1 performance vs. Rockets appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lakers Dealt Unfortunate News Before Game 2 vs. Rockets

LeBron James and the No. 4 seed Los Angeles Lakers took care of business in their opening game of the 2026 NBA Playoffs, defeating the No. 5 seed Houston Rockets, who were without Kevin Durant, 107-98 in Game 1 of the first-round matchup. Now, the Lakers will look to take a 2-0 series lead as they ...

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JJ Redick’s Message to Luke Kennard Could Change Everything for Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers are trying to stay afloat in the NBA playoffs despite playing with a short-handed roster. Both the Lakers and Houston Rockets were missing stars in Game 1 of their series, however. For LA, Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves did not play due to injuries while Kevin Durant was out ...

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Jazz, Grizzlies among winners in 2026 NBA Draft tiebreakers

While the 2026 NBA Draft order will not be locked in until the NBA Draft Lottery on May 10, the NBA conducted six different tiebreakers on Monday involving 13 different teams that provide further clarity on what the actual order of this year’s draft will be. Whereas non-lottery team tiebreakers determine the actual spot teams […] The post Jazz, Grizzlies among winners in 2026 NBA Draft tiebreakers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rockets ‘optimistic’ about Kevin Durant’s injury status before Game 2 vs. Lakers

The Houston Rockets have been dealt with a surprise injury to start the 2026 NBA Playoffs as they take on the LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers. Superstar forward Kevin Durant was sidelined in Game 1 due to a knee injury, but could be back soon. Durant, who has been a model of health […] The post Rockets ‘optimistic’ about Kevin Durant’s injury status before Game 2 vs. Lakers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rockets provide update on Kevin Durant’s Game 2 status

After their loss to the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 1 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals, the Houston Rockets might feel an even greater sense of urgency to get Kevin Durant back in the lineup. Whether that will happen remains to be seen. Rockets coach Ime Udoka said Monday that Durant made it through roughly … The post Rockets provide update on Kevin Durant’s Game 2 status appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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“At This Moment, Houston Went 1-0 Down”: Fans React to Alperen Sengun’s Humbled Gesture After Seeing LeBron James Walk By

Fans reacted on social media after a video showed Alperen Sengun appearing to stand for LeBron James before the Rockets' Game 1 loss to the Lakers.

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When Will Kevin Durant Return? Latest on Rockets Star’s Game 2 Status

The Houston Rockets find themselves in an early hole in their first-round series against the Los Angeles Lakers. A 107-98 Game 1 loss on Saturday came without their best player, and the difference was immediately apparent. Luke Kennard scored a game-high 27 points. LeBron James controlled the game from start to finish with 19 points […] The post When Will Kevin Durant Return? Latest on Rockets Star’s Game 2 Status appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Russell Westbrook Drops Bombshell About His NBA Career Future

Russell Westbrook has been in the NBA for 18 seasons, creating a roller coaster career that once reached the heights of an NBA MVP and the lows of being the fall guy of disappointing teams toward the latter stages of his career.  With another season in the books for Westbrook, he remained upbeat about his […] The post Russell Westbrook Drops Bombshell About His NBA Career Future appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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