Kevin Durant Injury Status Update for April 22nd, 2026
The Rockets got some good news today — Kevin Durant has been cleared and is officially available to play. Kevin had previously been listed as Questionable, so his return to the lineup is a welcome development for the Rockets.
Kevin Durant Season Averages
The Rockets get back a player who has been producing at a high level this season. In 78 games, Kevin is averaging 26.0 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 4.8 assists in 36.4 minutes per game.
| MPG | PPG | RPG | APG | FGA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36.4 | 26.0 | 5.5 | 4.8 | 17.6 |
Rockets Performance With & Without Kevin Durant
The numbers tell a clear story about Kevin's value to the Rockets. With Kevin in the lineup this season, the team is 48-30. Without him, they've gone 4-0. The Rockets's net rating is 11.6 points better per 100 possessions when Kevin plays, which is a substantial gap. Offensively, the team scores at a significantly higher rate with him on the floor (117.4 vs 121.4 offensive rating).
| With | Without | Diff | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 48-30 | 4-0 | — |
| Off Rating | 117.4 | 121.4 | +4.0 |
| Def Rating | 112.6 | 105.0 | -7.6 |
| Net Rating | 4.8 | 16.4 | +11.6 |
| PPG | 115.1 | 117.0 | +1.9 |
Teammate Usage Shift With Kevin Durant Back
With Kevin back in the lineup, some teammates will see their usage decrease. Players like Reed Sheppard, Aaron Holiday and Alperen Sengun are likely to see reduced touches and shot attempts as the offense flows through Kevin again.
Kevin Durant Betting Trends
With Kevin returning to the lineup, bettors should be aware of how the Rockets have performed with him on the floor this season. Here are the key trends:
💰 Betting Trends (with Durant) Dorian Finney-Smith PTS UNDER: 17-3 (+13.4u, 4.3 / -113 avg. line) Tari Eason REB OVER: 36-22 (+11.5u, 5.6 / -113 avg. line)
Kevin is expected to resume his normal role in the lineup tonight. Stay tuned for more injury updates and lineup news for the Rockets and the rest of the league.