Lakers Get Playoff Boost As Kevin Durant Questionable For Game 1

Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant, who is the focal point of the team’s offense, picked up an injury during practice ahead of the Los Angeles Lakers’ playoff series.

Durant, who is now 37 years old but still great, is firing on all cylinders, averaging 26 points, 5.5. rebounds, and 4.8 assists during his first year with the Rockets.

He played in 78 games, staying healthy for the first time in a while, but he has seemingly picked up a knee issue, according to ESPN’s Tim MacMahon.

The injury is reportedly not a “significant issue” for the superstar, but his status for Game 1 is officially listed as questionable.

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) dribbles against Houston Rockets guard Amen Thompson (1) and forward Kevin Durant (7) in the first quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

The Lakers, who are short-handed, could use some injury news going against their playoff opponent. Luka Doncic, who is nursing a hamstring problem, and Austin Reaves, who has an oblique injury, both suffered them on April 2 against the Oklahoma City Thunder.