Major Blow for Oklahoma: Star Player Could Miss Up to 6 Weeks

Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams could miss the remainder of the NBA Playoffs first-round series against the Phoenix Suns.

Williams sustained the injury after missing a fast-break layup with 6:26 remaining in the third quarter.

He immediately clutched his left leg and signaled to the bench. A few possessions later, he intentionally fouled to stop the clock and exited the game, heading directly to the locker room for examination.

"We suspect it's an aggravation of his left hamstring," head coach Mark Daigneault stated after the game. "We'll conduct further tests in the coming days and provide more information when appropriate," the coach added.

This injury comes at a challenging time for Williams, who has already battled two right hip injuries this season, sidelining him for significant periods.

Depending on the type and severity of the strain, the forward could be out for:

Grade I Strain: 1–2 weeks

Grade II Strain: 3–6 weeks

Gosho Metodiev