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Russell Westbrook out for remainder of playoffs after surgery

Russell Westbrook

Russell Westbrook out, has torn meniscus surgically repaired

The Oklahoma City Thunder will be without starting guard Russell Westbrook for the remainder of the playoffs after he suffered a meniscus tear in his right knee.

Westbrook suffered the injury during Wednesday night’s matchup against the Houston Rockets at Chesapeake Energy Arena during a questionable collision with guard Patrick Beverley.

Surgery to repair the tear was successfully performed, Saturday.

Second-year player Reggie Jackson will step in to lead the team at the point, as the Thunder lead the series 2-0.

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