Is Kevin Durant playing in Game 4 against the Lakers on April 27?

No, Kevin Durant has been ruled out for Game 4 against the Los Angeles Lakers due to a sprained left ankle and a bone bruise.

What is the current series score between the Rockets and Lakers?

The Houston Rockets are currently trailing the Los Angeles Lakers 3-0 in their first-round playoff series.

When did Kevin Durant injure his ankle?

Kevin Durant re-aggravated his sprained ankle in the second half of Game 2, and also missed Game 3.

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Durant Out: Rockets Face Sweep Without Star

27 Apr

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Summary

Kevin Durant is out for Game 4 with a bone bruise and sprained ankle.
The Rockets trail the Lakers 3-0 in their first-round series.
Durant missed Game 3 after re-aggravating his ankle injury in Game 2.

Durant Out: Rockets Face Sweep Without Star

The Houston Rockets will be without All-Star forward Kevin Durant for Game 4 of their first-round playoff series against the Los Angeles Lakers. Durant has been diagnosed with a bone bruise in addition to the sprained left ankle that caused him to miss Game 3.

This crucial Game 4 is scheduled for Sunday, April 27, at 9:30 p.m. ET, with the Rockets facing elimination, currently trailing the series 3-0. Durant originally sustained the ankle injury in the second half of Game 2, where his offensive output significantly decreased after halftime due to defensive adjustments.

Durant's unavailability was confirmed by the team's injury report on Sunday afternoon. Coach Ime Udoka noted that Durant was undergoing treatment and rehabilitation during Game 3, which led to his absence from the bench. Durant averaged 26.0 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 4.8 assists per game during the regular season.

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