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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers 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.
Magic Johnson News / Total Pro Sports / May 5
Magic Johnson Points Out Key Concern as Lakers Prepare for Tough OKC Series
The Los Angeles Lakers were given just a 9% chance to win their second-round matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Clearly, former Lakers great Magic Johnson knows that the odds are stacked against them.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / May 4
A Dip in the Lake: The Lakers playoff history with the Thunder/Sonics 
The Lakers and the Sonics/Thunder have plenty of history between them in the playoffs throughout the decades. LA has had memorable battles in both Seattle and Oklahoma City with title-winning teams picking up wins en route to the Finals.
The 'Active 30-point playoff games' quiz
How many of the active NBA players with at least 10 30-point games in the postseason can you name in five minutes?
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.
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.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / May 5
Rich Paul Reveals Ex-NBA Stars Stopping Kids From Signing With Klutch Sports Over LeBron James Disdain
Whether it’s Bronny or a close childhood friend, no one in LeBron James’ circle has been free of the hate that he gets too. His longtime agent, Rich Paul has suffered a bit by association as the architect behind Klutch Sports group.
Luka Doncic News / Field Level Media / May 4
Lakers rule Luka Doncic out for Game 1 at Thunder
The Los Angeles Lakers will have to face the NBA's top overall seed without their leading scorer Tuesday, as they ruled out Luka Doncic for Game 1 of their second-round series with the Oklahoma City Thunder on Monday.
NBA News / Athlon Sports / May 4
Lakers Dealing With Uncertainty After Thunder Injury Update
The Los Angeles Lakers will be without Luka Doncic for Game 1 of their second-round matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The 27-year-old has not recovered from his Grade 2 left hamstring strain and is currently considered week-to-week.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 4
Rich Paul unloads on Lakers star LeBron James treatment compared to Nikola Jokic
Rich Paul believes there are similarities to how the treatment looks between Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James and Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 4
3 Lakers bold predictions for unthinkable upset of Thunder in 2026 NBA playoffs
With the Los Angeles Lakers set to face off against the Oklahoma City Thunder in their Western Conference Semifinal series of the NBA playoffs, all eyes will be watching to see if the Lakers can pull off the upset, or if the Thunder continue their dominance.
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 / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 4
Cason Wallace makes Marcus Smart admission before Lakers series
Coming into their Western Conference Semifinal series against the Los Angeles Lakers, the Thunder seemingly have no shortage of strong defensive players, including Cason Wallace.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 4
Three things Lakers need to do vs. Thunder
OKC has been the best offensive team thus far in the playoffs, and for LeBron James and his crew to stand a chance, they'll have to find multiple ways to slow down this well-oiled machine. Here's how they can manage this.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / May 4
Deandre Ayton Discusses Keys For Him In Lakers’ Series Vs. Thunder
Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton came up big to close out the first-round series against the Houston Rockets, and now he knows the team will need more of the same from him if they want to have a chance against the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 4
The player who raises Lakers’ ceiling the most, and it’s not LeBron James or Luka Doncic
LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Lakers have a daunting task ahead of them in the Western Conference Semifinals, having to go through the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder to advance in the playoffs.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / May 4
Marcus Smart: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Is Toughest Player To Defend
Los Angeles Lakers guard Marcus Smart has defended every superstar in the league over the years, but it appears one stands above the rest when it comes to how challenging it is.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Pro Sports / May 4
Stephen A. Smith Doubles Down on GOAT Debate With Bold LeBron James Take
Stephen A. Smith and LeBron James together in one sentence sounds contradictory and smells like a new controversy. While one has made his career playing for one of the best franchises over a couple of decades, the other has been in the news for all the wrong reasons for most of the time.
J.J. Redick News / Lakers Nation / May 4
JJ Redick: Thunder Do Not Commit Fouls
As the Los Angeles Lakers get ready to take on the Oklahoma City Thunder, head coach JJ Redick is already planting some seeds with the officials. The narrative surrounding the Thunder the last couple of years is that they are allowed to play more physically than other teams without getting called for fouls.
LeBron James News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 4
Stephen A Smith Refuses to Put Lakers LeBron James Over Michael Jordan as GOAT
The Los Angeles Lakers just took down the Houston Rockets in the first round, with LeBron James leading the charge, and with it, the GOAT conversation is back.
J.J. Redick News / Athlon Sports / May 4
JJ Redick Issues Thunder Warning to the Lakers
The Lakers managed to overcome the Rockets; however, they now face the overwhelming challenge of taking on the defending champions, the Thunder. Ahead of their first game, JJ Redick issued a strong message about his opponents and warned his team about what they must be prepared for.
Jake Laravia News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 4
Jake LaRavia Breaks Down What the Lakers Must Do To Beat Thunder
The Los Angeles Lakers just got past the Houston Rockets, but Round 2 is a completely different animal. The Oklahoma City Thunder are the defending champions, and Los Angeles went 0-4 against them in the regular season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / May 4
Jeanie Buss Reveals Why Luka Doncic Trade Had To Be Kept Secret
One of the defining moments of Jeanie Buss’ tenure as the Los Angeles Lakers’ controlling governor was the blockbuster trade that landed the storied franchise Luka Doncic.
Drew Timme News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 3
Exclusive: How Drew Timme made the most of Lakers opportunity
When the Los Angeles Lakers signed Drew Timme back in November out of the G League, he didn’t know anything about the team’s system. He had just joined the Lakers’ South Bay affiliate via two-way contract, and was in the early stages of understanding the team’s concepts.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 3
Jarrett Allen's Game 7 performance matches LeBron James in Cavaliers' history
One key role player made history as the Cleveland Cavaliers punched their ticket to the second round with a 114-102 win over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday night. While it took a total team effort for the Cavaliers to clinch their first-round series in seven games, Jarrett Allen stepped up more than anyone else.
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.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / May 4
Austin Reaves shared special message with LeBron after series win
The Los Angeles Lakers survived the Houston Rockets in round one, largely thanks to LeBron James turning back the clock to claim a 4-2 series win. James was forced back into a primary ball-handler and scoring role when Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves got hurt, but he was more than able to answer the call.
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