After the Brooklyn NetsForward diagnosed All-NBA Kevin DurantAccording to ESPN sources, the franchise is expecting a four-to-six-week rehabilitation after he sustains a MCL tear in his left knee.
Durant had to be imaged on Sunday morning, following Saturday night’s injuries. A realistic benchmark for Durant could come after the All Star break (Feb. 18-24), sources claimed. Durant’s possible return is still under consideration by the organization.
Nets fans were relieved to hear that the injury was not more serious and that they are hopeful that Durant will be fully healthy in time for the playoffs. Durant, a teammate, left Saturday’s game. Bruce BrownHe fell on his knee during a play in the third quarter.
Brooklyn will play 11 of its 14 remaining games on the road. It expects to be able to host a total of ten. Kyrie Irving–James HardenFor those games, they will be backcourt together. Irving, an unvaccinated player, is restricted to playing road games.
The Nets won 16 of 19 games last season when they had Irving and Harden together, but no Durant, according to ESPN Stats & Information research.
Durant’s MVP-caliber season was a success. He averaged 29.3 points per game, 7.4 rebounds, and 5.8 assists. Brooklyn (27-15), is one half-game ahead of the Chicago BullsFor first place at the Eastern Conference