Jalen Williams of the OKC Thunder exited Game 2 of the NBA Playoffs against the Suns due to a left hamstring injury. He had previously missed 26 regular season games with a right hamstring strain.
Key points
Jalen Williams exited Game 2 of the NBA Playoffs
Injury occurred during a play attacking the rim
He previously missed 26 games in the regular season
Injury was to his left hamstring
Williams did not return to the game
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Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander arrives before Game 2 of the first round NBA playoff series between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Phoenix Suns in Oklahoma City, Wednesday, April 22, 2026.
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Jalen Williams arrives before Game 2 of the first round NBA playoff series between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Phoenix Suns in Oklahoma City, Wednesday, April 22, 2026.
Q&A
What injury did Jalen Williams sustain during the NBA Playoffs?
Jalen Williams tweaked his left hamstring during Game 2 of the NBA Playoffs.
How many games did Jalen Williams miss during the regular season?
Jalen Williams missed a total of 26 regular season games due to a right hamstring strain and a wrist injury.
When did Jalen Williams exit the game against the Suns?
Jalen Williams exited the game midway through the third quarter against the Suns.
What happened to Jalen Williams during the game against the Suns?
He appeared to tweak his left hamstring after attacking the rim and did not return to the game.
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