Kevin Durant

Details emerge on Kevin Durant’s sudden knee injury

Apr 19, 2026 @ 4:04am

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Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka has shed light on Kevin Durant’s surprising injury diagnosis to begin the playoffs. Durant was sidelined on Saturday for the Rockets’ series-opening loss against the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, Calif. The 16-time All-Star was questionable coming into the contest due to a knee contusion … The post Details emerge on Kevin Durant’s sudden knee injury appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

Jabari Smith Jr. Hit With Unexpected Transition Take Foul After Collision With LeBron James

Apr 19, 2026 @ 3:42am

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Total Pro Sports

The Houston Rockets stumbled in their first playoffs game this season. The Los Angeles Lakers handed them a 107-98 loss in Game 1 of the first round of the playoffs. Without Kevin Durant in the lineup, Houston’s young stars, including Jabari Smith Jr., had to take much pressure on their shoulders to tackle LeBron James’ …

JJ Redick’s brutally honest admission about Kevin Durant’s Game 1 injury

Apr 19, 2026 @ 1:41am

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LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Lakers did not find out that Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant was going to be sidelined for Game 1 of their opening round playoff series until a little over an hour before tip-off. Rockets head coach Ime Udoka dropped the news right at the beginning of his pregame press […] The post JJ Redick’s brutally honest admission about Kevin Durant’s Game 1 injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Kevin Durant injury changes everything: The Lakers could win this

Apr 19, 2026 @ 1:07am

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NY Post Sports

The Lakers could actually win this thing. They went from being the quivering dogs in the corner to becoming wolves. The transformation happened 1 ½ hours before tipoff when they found out that Kevin Durant was sidelined for Game 1 of their first-round playoff series against the Rockets because of a right knee injury. The Rockets’ Kevin...

Depleted Lakers take advantage of Kevin Durant-less Rockets in Game 1 victory

Apr 19, 2026 @ 12:40am

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NY Post Sports

Deandre Ayton had 19 points and 11 rebounds for the fourth-seeded Lakers, who pulled off an impressive win without their top two scorers.

Ime Udoka Raises Concern Over Kevin Durant’s Injury, Says It’s Affecting His Movement

Apr 19, 2026 @ 12:28am

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Total Pro Sports

During Saturday’s pre-game press conference, Houston head coach Ime Udoka shared a painful update on Kevin Durant's injury.

Rockets vs. Lakers Post-Game Stats: Luke Kennard Masterclass Leads LA To Series Lead

Apr 19, 2026 @ 12:14am

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Total Pro Sports

The Lakers started the first round of the playoffs with a 107–98 victory against the Rockets behind Luke Kennard's stellar performance.

Luke Kennard, LeBron James lead Lakers to Game 1 win over Kevin Durant-less Rockets

Apr 18, 2026 @ 11:57pm

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NY Post Sports

So much of the dialogue leading into Saturday was about how the Lakers would withstand being without Luka Doncic (left hamstring strain) and Austin Reaves (left oblique strain) during their playoff series against the Rockets.

Luke Kennard Makes Lakers History in Game 1 vs Rockets

Apr 18, 2026 @ 11:51pm

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The Los Angeles Lakers took advantage of an undermanned Houston Rockets team on Saturday night for Game 1 of the 2026 NBA Playoffs. The night especially went well for Luke Kennard, who made his playoff debut with the Lakers. As the Lakers cruised past the Rockets, who found out that Kevin Durant would miss the […] The post Luke Kennard Makes Lakers History in Game 1 vs Rockets appeared first on Heavy Sports.

Kevin Durant on why he doesn't need any hobbies outside of basketball: "Everything I do feeds off the game" – Basketball Network

Apr 18, 2026 @ 10:28pm

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Kevin Durant on why he doesn't need any hobbies outside of basketball: "Everything I do feeds off the game" Basketball Network

Rockets Make Statement on Kevin Durant Injury Timeline vs Lakers

Apr 18, 2026 @ 9:21pm

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The Houston Rockets are starting the 2026 NBA Playoffs shorthanded. On Saturday night, the Rockets are going to pay a visit to the Los Angeles Lakers without Kevin Durant in the lineup. While Durant’s absence isn’t a total surprise, the recent downgrade on the injury report has come as a bit of a mystery. All […] The post Rockets Make Statement on Kevin Durant Injury Timeline vs Lakers appeared first on Heavy Sports.

Lakers Get Strong Message From NBA Legend After Kevin Durant News

Apr 18, 2026 @ 9:00pm

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Heading into the Game 1 battle between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Houston Rockets, not many expected the Lakers to have a chance. Despite holding the home-court advantage and finishing better in the Western Conference, the Lakers’ key absences have caused many to believe that the Rockets have a cakewalk in round one. Suddenly, […] The post Lakers Get Strong Message From NBA Legend After Kevin Durant News appeared first on Heavy Sports.

Surprise Kevin Durant injury could save LeBron from becoming KD’s latest career TKO

Apr 18, 2026 @ 8:41pm

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FanSided

Kevin Durant ended the playoff careers of Kobe Bryant, Dirk Nowitzki and Tim Duncan. A sudden knee injury has changed the calculus against LeBron James.

Steph recalls AAU games against KD, who saw him as little white kid – Basketball Network

Apr 18, 2026 @ 7:46pm

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Ime Udoka Reveals Unfortunate Kevin Durant Incident After Game 1 Injury Update

Apr 18, 2026 @ 7:40pm

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Athlon Sports

The Houston Rockets and Los Angeles Lakers are both without key players for their first-round playoff matchup on Saturday.

What Happened to Kevin Durant? Latest on the Rockets Star’s Injury, Return Timeline, Why He’s Out for Game 1 vs. Lakers

Apr 18, 2026 @ 7:31pm

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Pro Football Network

Kevin Durant has officially been ruled out for Game 1 of Rockets-Lakers. What happened to Houston's superstar forward, and will he play in Game 2?

Surprising news emerges about Kevin Durant’s injury

Apr 18, 2026 @ 7:22pm

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Larry Brown Sports

The Houston Rockets are suddenly dealing with an injury to Kevin Durant for the start of the NBA Playoffs. Durant will not play in Saturday’s Game 1 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals due to a knee injury, coach Ime Udoka revealed. The team is optimistic that Durant will only have to miss one game due … The post Surprising news emerges about Kevin Durant’s injury appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

Houston Rockets Announce Current Injury Report For Lakers Game

Apr 18, 2026 @ 5:07pm

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On Saturday night, the Houston Rockets will be in California to take on the Los Angeles Lakers for Game 1 of their first-round playoff series.The Rockets are the fifth seed in the Western Conference after going 52-30 during the regular season.Houston Rockets Announce Current Injury ReportFor Saturday’s game, the Rockets have announced their full injury […] The post Houston Rockets Announce Current Injury Report For Lakers Game appeared first on Heavy Sports.

Jalen Green Reveals What Steph Curry Told Him After Suns End Warriors’ Season

Apr 18, 2026 @ 4:47pm

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Jalen Green reveals what Steph Curry told him after the Suns eliminated the Warriors in a full-circle moment. The post Jalen Green Reveals What Steph Curry Told Him After Suns End Warriors’ Season appeared first on Heavy Sports.

Final Injury Report for Rockets-Lakers Game 1: Will Kevin Durant, Luka Doncic Play?

Apr 18, 2026 @ 4:30pm

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Athlon Sports

Both the Los Angeles Lakers and Houston Rockets may be without multiple key players in Game 1 of their first-round playoff matchup on Saturday.

Adam Silver Drops Major Hint on LeBron James’ Future With Intriguing Statement

Apr 18, 2026 @ 2:40pm

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Total Pro Sports

During a recent interview, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver mentioned that LeBron James is expected to return next season

Is Kevin Durant Playing Tonight Against Lakers? Major Concerns Loom for Rockets’ Superstar Status for Game 1 of 2026 NBA Playoffs (April 18)

Apr 18, 2026 @ 1:00pm

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College Football Network

The Houston Rockets could have a disadvantage against the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 1 of their first-round series.

Warriors forward Draymond Green defends Kevin Durant after Suns make playoffs

Apr 18, 2026 @ 12:26pm

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The Golden State Warriors saw their season come to an end, but Draymond Green’s remarks about Kevin Durant quickly became a central storyline. As the 2026 playoff picture took shape, attention shifted to Durant’s 2025 offseason departure from the Phoenix Suns and the team’s return to the postseason the following season without him. The veteran […] The post Warriors forward Draymond Green defends Kevin Durant after Suns make playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Rockets vs. Lakers 2026 NBA Playoffs Game 1 prediction, odds, pick

Apr 18, 2026 @ 12:00pm

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ClutchPoints

The 2026 NBA Playoffs are underway and we’re back with another betting prediction and pick for this Western Conference Game 1 showdown. The Houston Rockets take on the Los Angeles Lakers with Houston coming as favorites to take an early series lead. Check our NBA odds series for the Rockets-Lakers prediction and pick. The Houston Rockets secured the Western […] The post Rockets vs. Lakers 2026 NBA Playoffs Game 1 prediction, odds, pick appeared first on ClutchPoints.