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Kevin Durant diagnosed with sprained MCL, but Nets don't announce when he'll return

The Brooklyn Nets announced on Sunday morning that after leaving Saturday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans, Kevin Durant will miss time with a sprained MCL in his left knee.

"Following an MRI this morning, Kevin Durant was diagnosed with a sprained medial collateral of the left knee," the Nets said in a statement. "The injury occurred during the second quarter of Saturday's game vs. New Orleans. Durant is expected to return to full strength following a period of rehabilitation. Updates regarding his return will be provided as appropriate."

There are a few key pieces of information missing from that announcement.