Kevin Durant leaves game vs. Wizards with strained hamstring

Steven J. Gaither

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After missing 55 games last season because of three surgeries, Kevin Durant’s comeback tour has hit a temporary snag.

The Thunder forward strained his left hamstring in the first half against the Wizards and was ruled out for the remainder of the game. 

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Durant was off to a hot start in his hometown, scoring 14 points, grabbing 10 rebounds and dishing out four assists in 17 minutes. The Thunder won easily, 125-101.

The 2013-14 NBA MVP missed two-thirds of last season after having three surgeries on his leg and foot. The eight-year veteran is averaging 30.1 points per game this season.

Steven J. Gaither