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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / The Spun / April 15
Charles Barkley Cracks Bronny James Joke Before Start Of NBA Playoffs
With the NBA playoffs set to begin later this week, Charles Barkley couldn't help but take a jab at Bronny James. Bronny, the son of NBA legend LeBron James, just wrapped up his second season with the Los Angeles Lakers.
J.J. Redick News / Lakers Nation / April 15
JJ Redick Gives 2 Keys To Lakers’ Series With Rockets
The Los Angeles Lakers have a tall task ahead of them, literally and figuratively, as they get set to match up with the Houston Rockets in the first round of the playoffs.
Luka Doncic News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 15
Former Lakers Trainer Breaks Down What Possible Treatment Luka Doncic Is Getting in Spain
Luka Doncic flew to Spain with a Grade 2 hamstring strain and a ticking clock. The playoffs are days away, Austin Reaves is also out, and the Los Angeles Lakers are heading into a first-round series against the Houston Rockets without their two best guards.
The 'Most 25-PPG NBA seasons' quiz
How many of the 39 players in NBA history to average at least 25 points-per-game in at least five seasons can you name in six minutes?
NBA News / Stadium Rant / April 15
Lakers Versus Rockets: 2 Legends Meet Again On the Big Stage
The Los Angeles Lakers and LeBron James take on Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets in round one of the NBA Playoffs! Two legends clash for the fourth time in the postseason.
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.
Marcus Smart News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 15
Lakers’ Marcus Smart refuses to let Houston punk LA in playoffs
The Los Angeles Lakers will face a monumental challenge in their first-round series against the Houston Rockets. With both Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves out due to injury, the onus falls on LeBron James and the Lakers’ supporting cast to rise up to the challenge as they take on a talented Rockets team led by Kevin Durant.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / April 15
Schedule for Lakers vs. Rockets first round playoff series 
For the second year running, the Lakers will enter the playoffs with home court advantage. Unfortunately, the odds of this series playing out better than the last remain low.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 15
Lakers’ JJ Redick refutes relying solely on LeBron James vs. Rockets in playoffs
The Los Angeles Lakers and the Houston Rockets will begin their best-of-seven first-round matchup in the playoffs on Saturday at Crypto.com Arena. The main question on everybody’s mind: Can LeBron James still carry a heavy load?
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / April 15
Bronny James Faces Setback as Nike’s Bid to Trademark Lakers Star’s Logo Gets Denied
Nike’s promise in Bronny James has always been sky high. He first signed with them on an NIL deal before he began college at USC. That was in 2022, and now in 2026, the son of LeBron James already has his player-exclusive kicks.
NBA News / Total Pro Sports / April 15
How LeBron James Could Settle GOAT Debate With Statement Win Over Kevin Durant
Once gone, it’s not coming back, and we’re talking about LeBron James most evident case against Kevin Durant. The Los Angeles Lakers are locked in with the Houston Rockets for the first round of the NBA playoffs.
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.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 14
Bronny James gets bad news in his attempt for a trademark
Bronny James’ recent attempt for a trademark ended up as an airball. The Los Angeles Lakers guard James had a trademark filing through Nike get rejected by the United States Patent and Trademark Office, Michael Rothstein of ESPN reported on Tuesday.
Austin Reaves News / Silver Screen & Roll / April 14
Lakers playoff opponents expecting Austin Reaves to return in first round vs. Rockets
The injuries to Lakers stars Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves brought a cloud of uncertainty. Neither player has a set timeline for their return and they have many more questions than answers about their status.
Jaxson Hayes News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 14
Why Lakers’ Jaxson Hayes is excited for a few days off before playoffs
With the Los Angeles Lakers facing the Houston Rockets in the NBA Playoffs, there’s no denying how interesting a series it will be, especially with the team not having any updates on the injuries to Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 14
Why Jake LaRavia is actually excited to guard Kevin Durant in the playoffs
The Los Angeles Lakers will not have it easy in the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs. Apart from the fact that they will be without two of their top players, Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, sidelined with injuries, the Lakers are also facing Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets in the opening round.
NBA News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 14
3 Reasons Lakers Can Actually Upset Rockets
After securing the No. 4 seed in the Western Conference, the Los Angeles Lakers will face Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets in the first round of the NBA playoffs.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / April 14
Lakers coach JJ Redick offers updates on Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves
The Lakers won’t have Luka Doncic or Austin Reaves anytime soon. Head coach JJ Redick made that clear Tuesday, saying neither guard is close to returning and that no formal update is expected before Game 1 of the team’s first-round series, per Dave McMenamin of ESPN.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Rumors / April 15
JJ Redick offers updates on Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves that Lakers fans won't want to hear
Neither Luka Doncic nor Austin Reaves is close to returning to action for the Lakers, according to head coach JJ Redick.
LeBron James News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 14
Lakers' LeBron James Reveals His Plan Ahead of NBA Playoffs
The Los Angeles Lakers are headed into the 2026 NBA Playoffs as the No. 4 seed in the West, set to face the Houston Rockets in the first round. For LeBron James, though, there is something worth enjoying before the games even start.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 14
JJ Redick: LeBron James Had ‘Remarkable’ Season For Lakers
In his 23rd NBA season, LeBron James continued to defy all logic and play at an All-Star caliber level for the Los Angeles Lakers. There were some concerns about how he would hold up, especially considering he missed the first 14 games of the season because of injury.
Dalton Knecht News / EssentiallySports / April 14
'He Is the Truth': NBA Champion Makes Bold Prediction on Dalton Knecht Ahead of Lakers-Rockets Playoffs Battle
Most of LakeShow thinks Dalton Knecht has tied a neat little bow to his Purple & Gold in the regular season finale. One Lakers star, who knows what it’s like to be a roleplayer to a franchise cornerstone like Kobe Bryant, believes there’s a little more left in the young forward.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / April 14
Lakers get crucial Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves injury updates ahead of playoffs
ESPN insider Shams Charania recently revealed more info on their statuses.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 13
Stephen A. Smith makes brutal prediction about Lakers’ playoff chances
The NBA Playoff field is set, and LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers face Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets in the first round. Unfortunately for LA, Austin Reaves and Luka Doncic are out with injuries, making the playoff path even more difficult.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 14
Kenyon Martin takes a shot at the Lakers and their ‘4 white boys’
Kenyon Martin is not a believer in the Los Angeles Lakers heading into the playoffs. The retired former NBA All-Star Martin made waves this week with his comments about the Lakers on Gilbert Arenas’ “Gil’s Arena” show.
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