As the 2026 NBA playoffs enter their critical second week, injuries continue to reshape series outcomes and force coaches into difficult lineup decisions across both conferences. From superstar absences like Luka Dončić and Anthony Edwards to nagging issues affecting depth players, the injury report remains one of the biggest storylines of the postseason.

Los Angeles Lakers Luka Dončić (Grade 2 left hamstring strain) remains on a slow recovery path. The Slovenian star has progressed to light on-court movement but is not yet doing one-on-one work or full-speed activities. Multiple reports indicate he is likely to miss the remainder of the first-round series against the Houston Rockets and could be unavailable at the start of the Western Conference semifinals. Austin Reaves (oblique strain) has shown better progress and was recently cleared for Game 5, providing a timely boost.

Minnesota Timberwolves Anthony Edwards (left knee hyperextension and bone bruise) is listed as week-to-week after avoiding ligament damage. He is expected to miss multiple weeks, ruling him out for the rest of the first-round series against Denver........

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