Warriors superstar Kevin Durant — a two-time NBA Finals MVP — has been the best player in the postseason this year, but he, unfortunately, could miss some time in the future.
Durant was his usual dominant self in Game 5 — going 8-for-18, with 22 points. This followed the 34, 46, 29, 35 and 50 points he scored in the previous five games.
But he suffered a non-contact injury late in the third quarter, which had Warriors fans holding their breath, as it looked to be a potential Achilles injury.
Worrying signs for Kevin Durant 😱 #NBAPlayoffs pic.twitter.com/kZlDEHQ3a5
— CODE Bet (@CodeBetAu) May 9, 2019
Durant left the game, and was followed by general manager Bob Myers to the locker room. He was ruled out for the remainder of the contest.
Update:
Warriors have announced it’s a calf strain, which is good news going forward, but still hurts the team in the pivotal Game 5.
Kevin Durant (right calf strain) will not return to tonight's game.
— Warriors PR (@WarriorsPR) May 9, 2019
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