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Rockets rule out Durant (ankle) for Game 5

The Rockets, again facing elimination, officially ruled out star forward Kevin Durant for Wednesday night's Game 5 against the Lakers because of a left ankle sprain.

Published April 29, 2026, 2:34 AM

Updated May 17, 2026, 12:59 PM2.7K

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Rockets rule out Durant (ankle) for Game 5

The Rockets, again facing elimination, officially ruled out star forward Kevin Durant for Wednesday night's Game 5 against the Lakers because of a left ankle sprain.

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Rockets rule out Durant (ankle) for Game 5

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