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On YouTubeAustin Reaves News / EssentiallySports / May 6
'Cost Himself Millions': Austin Reaves’ Embarrassing Night vs. Thunder Sparks Uncomfortable Talk From Lakers Nation
Austin Reaves has been back for three games, and unfortunately, in all of them, the Los Angeles Lakers have failed to breach 100 points. In the last two games as a starter, he had 30 shots but only scored 23 points.
The '20-point, 15-rebound Game 7's' quiz
How many of the players in NBA history to score at least 20 points and haul in at least 15 rebounds in Game 7 of a postseason series since the NBA/ABA merger can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / May 6
3 takeaways from Lakers’ Game 1 loss vs. Thunder 
Well, that wasn’t a particularly encouraging loss. Despite facing a Thunder team coming off a week of rest, the Lakers were the ones who looked out of sorts for most of Tuesday’s Game 1 loss.
The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history
In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 6
Austin Reaves endures historically poor playoff shooting game in Lakers' loss
Without a co-star to rely on, LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers suffered a 108-90 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder in the first game of their second-round series.
NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / May 5
Player Grades: Lakers vs. Thunder
In the playoffs, rotations shrink, but perhaps Lakers head coach JJ Redick will have to open his up a bit. The Lakers had only eight players who logged at least 10 minutes and with so many subpar performances, someone else needed to be called upon.
The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career
LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / May 6
Lakers' Jarred Vanderbilt gets diagnosis for gruesome finger injury
Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt suffered a full dislocation of his right pinkie finger during Game 1 of their series against the Thunder on Tuesday.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Ball Exclusives / May 6
Watch: OKC’s defense shines over Lakers in Game 1
The Oklahoma City Thunder played tremendous defense on Tuesday to take down the Los Angeles Lakers 108-90 in Game 1 of the Western Conference Semifinals.
NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / May 5
Lakers struggle to find offense as Thunder take Game 1
A rough offensive night for the Lakers left them struggling to find enough scoring to keep up with the Thunder in Game 1 as they fell to OKC, 108-90. After a fast start to the contest, LA trailed OKC for the final three quarters.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / May 5
Lakers Run Out Of Gas & Fall To Thunder In Game 1
After upsetting the Houston Rockets in the first round, the Los Angeles Lakers look to do so again in the second round, although they are facing a much tougher test in the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder.
Jarred Vanderbilt News / Athlon Sports / May 5
Jarred Vanderbilt Injury Update: Lakers Make Announcement During Game 1
The Los Angeles Lakers suffered a tough break in the first half of their Game 1 matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday. Jarred Vanderbilt exited in the second quarter after hitting his hand on the backboard during a block attempt.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / May 5
JJ Redick had five words about Lakers’ struggles against the Thunder
The Los Angeles Lakers and Oklahoma City Thunder begin their Western Conference playoffs semifinals series on Tuesday at the Paycom Center in Oklahoma.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / May 5
Lakers Notes: Luka Doncic, Deandre Ayton, Marcus Smart, Luke Kennard
The Lakers are going into the second round without Luka Doncic. What comes after that remains unclear. Coach JJ Redick said there is “no update” on Doncic’s status as he continues to recover from a Grade 2 hamstring strain, per Eurohoops.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / May 6
LeBron James gets emotional about playing with son Bronny
For James, the NBA isn't just about professional basketball. It's also about family.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / May 5
Deandre Ayton Believes Marcus Smart Is ‘True Leader’
The two most important additions for the Los Angeles Lakers last summer were starting center Deandre Ayton and former Defensive Player of the Year guard Marcus Smart.
Luka Doncic News / Field Level Media / May 5
Lakers report 'no change' in Luka Doncic's status for series vs. Thunder
Luka Doncic was back to taking jump shots, with Los Angeles Lakers coach JJ Redick downplaying what the on-court activity means for his star's availability in the Western Conference semifinals against the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / May 5
'Can’t Even Write That Script in Hollywood': LeBron James on Bronny Stepping Up Without Austin Reaves, Luka Doncic
LeBron James has everything an NBA player aspires to achieve. The rings, the records, and a legacy etched on the very walls of time. Yet, the highlight of the 2026 playoffs for him has been sharing minutes with his son, Bronny.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / May 5
Fearless Lakers Hope to Slay Goliath
EL SEGUNDO, Calif. — For two consecutive days, the Los Angeles Lakers opened their practice gym with a stunning visual. It undercuts the Lakers’ relentless preparation and determination to tackle their greatest challenge.
LeBron James News / Yardbarker / May 5
Wild LeBron James fact emerges ahead of Lakers-Thunder series
LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers kick off Game 1 of their playoff series against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday, and when James takes the court, he'll notch another wild bit of trivia.
J.J. Redick News / Hoops Wire / May 5
Lakers’ JJ Redick praises Thunder, hints at whistle: ‘They don’t foul’
The Lakers know what’s coming. JJ Redick made sure to say it out loud. As Los Angeles gets set to face the Thunder in the second round, Redick pointed to Oklahoma City’s ability to play aggressive defense without getting into foul trouble.
Luka Doncic News / Hoops Wire / May 4
Lakers’ Luka Doncic still not close to return, with Thunder looming
The Lakers will open the second round without Luka Doncic, and it may be a while before that changes. Doncic is not close to returning from a Grade 2 left hamstring strain and will miss the start of the series against the Thunder, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania.
Rui Hachimura News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 3
Lakers’ Rui Hachimura is Quietly Making NBA Playoff History
One of a few players on the current Los Angeles Lakers who is making a strong case to get paid in a big way during the upcoming NBA offseason is veteran forward Rui Hachimura.
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