PT Expert Breaks Down Durant's Knee Bruise and Playoff Return
Dr. Evan Jeffries explains Durant's knee contusion is a deep bruise to the patellar tendon that can cause pain, swelling, and reduced motion, potentially delaying his playoff return; while he may try to play Game 2, clearance depends on pain-free tests and avoiding recurrence, with jumping and speed likely to be bothersome even after returning. The discussion also notes similar runner's-knee issues for Curry and Edwards, and that Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves are unlikely to play this series.