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DeMarcus Cousins is set to miss the remainder of the playoffs

The Golden State Warriors will be without their starting center

DeMarcus Cousins suffered a serious-looking injury during the Warriors' Game 2 loss to the LA Clippers and according to the team's latest update, Cousins looks set to miss the entire postseason:

Warriors center DeMarcus Cousins, who exited last night's Game 2 against the Los Angeles Clippers with 8:09 remaining in the first quarter, underwent an MRI exam earlier this morning in the Bay Area. The MRI confirmed that Cousins has suffered a torn left quadriceps muscle. The injury will sideline Cousins indefinitely and he will begin rehabilitation immediately. Updates on his progress will be provided as appropriate.

Cousins had only recently returned from a serious Achilles injury that kept him sidelined for more than a year. During his time with the Warriors, Cousins has averaged 16.3 points, 8.2 rebounds, and 3.6 assists, although he looks to have now played his final game for the franchise.