Rockets star Kevin Durant missed Game 1 of the playoff series against the Lakers due to a right knee contusion sustained during practice. Coach Ime Udoka described the injury as “nothing major” but noted it limits Durant’s movement. In his absence, the Rockets started Reed Sheppard and several others, while the Lakers also faced injuries with Austin Reaves and Luka Doncic sidelined. Game 2 is set for 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at Crypto.com Arena.
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