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The Lakers are awaiting Kevin Durant’s status for Game 2 after a knee bruise left his availability uncertain; even if he suits up, swelling and limited range of motion could hinder KD, giving LA a defensive edge after holding Houston to 98 in Game 1 and making Durant a pivotal factor to watch in the series.
Kevin Durant is reportedly on track to return for Game 2 against the Lakers after a knee contusion, potentially boosting the Rockets’ offense; Los Angeles is aiming to protect home court and take a 2-0 series lead.
NBA.com outlines 11 major individual and team milestones to watch during the 2026 Playoffs, including Kevin Durant approaching all-time playoff scoring/FG/FT marks, LeBron James nearing the No. 2 spot in career playoff 3-pointers, James Harden closing in on 4,000 playoff points and top-10 assists/steals, plus notable team milestones for Boston, Cleveland, Denver, Golden State, Houston, Los Angeles, Minnesota, New York, and Phoenix as the Play-In and Playoffs begin in mid-April.
The Houston Rockets are reportedly exploring a record-breaking seven-team trade involving Kevin Durant, with multiple teams including the Lakers, Warriors, and Suns participating, aiming to strengthen their roster for the 2025-26 season, though no deal is imminent yet.