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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / April 12
Lakers finish fourth in West as NBA postseason begins 
And just like that, the 2025-26 NBA regular season has come to an end. The Lakers battled injuries and are currently playing without Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves, but thanks to some great games from LeBron James, they’ve managed to earn the fourth seed in the West.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / April 12
Lakers to face Rockets in first round of playoffs
Despite the Nuggets’ best efforts over the weekend, the Lakers will remain the No. 4 seed and play the Rockets in the first round of the NBA playoffs. The opening game between the teams will be on Saturday night at 5:30 p.m.
The 'Five 3's off the bench games' quiz
How many of the NBA players to make at least five three-pointers off the bench at least 20 times in their career can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / April 12
Lakers end regular season with blowout win over Jazz
The Lakers closed the regular season with a 131-107 blowout victory over the Utah Jazz on Sunday night. The team played the first half at full strength, but sat LeBron James and Luke Kennard for the second half.
25 NBA players who were ahead of their time
NBA history is full of players who were perfectly of their era, possessing the right skills and attributes to thrive during their time. There are also plenty of guys whose careers might have played out differently had they been born years later.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / April 12
Lakers To Play Rockets In First Round Of 2026 NBA Playoffs With Game 1 On Saturday
The Los Angeles Lakers finished the 2025-26 season as the No. 4 seed in the Western Conference after beating the Utah Jazz and will take on the Houston Rockets in the first round of the 2026 NBA playoffs.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 12
Lakers End Regular Season With Easy Win Over Jazz
The Los Angeles Lakers took the court for the 82nd and final time in the regular season on Sunday evening when they hosted the Utah Jazz. There was a lot at stake for L.A.
LeBron James News / Athlon Sports / April 12
Lakers Announce LeBron James Injury Update Before NBA Playoffs
LeBron James has had to carry a heavier load for the Los Angeles Lakers of late. This is after they lost both Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves to major injuries just weeks before the start of the NBA playoffs.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 12
Lakers Injury Report: LeBron James Available, Jaxson Hayes Out Vs. Jazz
The Los Angeles Lakers released an updated injury report for Sunday night’s matchup against the Utah Jazz and LeBron James (left foot injury management) is available.
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 / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 12
Lakers Lose Another Big Man to Injury Ahead of Jazz Clash
The Los Angeles Lakers are heading into the final game of the regular season already shorthanded, with Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves sidelined. One more name just got added to that list.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 12
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.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Pro Sports / April 12
Los Angeles Lakers Make Major Roster Move Amid Injury Setback to Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves
Injury challenges have struck the Los Angeles Lakers at the most critical moment, just as the postseason looms. The once-dominant duo of Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, who led the team to impressive wins last month, now faces injury setbacks.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 12
Nick Smith Jr. Signs Two-Year Contract
The Los Angeles Lakers announced they have signed guard Nick Smith Jr. to an NBA contract. On the year, the 21-year-old guard is averaging 6.0 points, 0.8 rebounds and one assist on 43.3% from the field and 40% from 3-point range.
Los Angeles Lakers News / AirJordanChronicles / April 12
LA Lakers Create Record of the Century Despite Unfavorable Circumstances
This NBA season did not follow the script for the Los Angeles Lakers. Injuries kept recurring and changed the team’s plans night after night. Yet somehow, they achieved something that no basketball team has ever done in the century.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / April 12
Lakers converting Nick Smith Jr. to standard contract
The Lakers are promoting guard Nick Smith Jr. from his two-way deal to a standard NBA contract, his agent told Shams Charania of ESPN. Smith will receive a two-year deal, giving Los Angeles another depth option heading into the playoffs.
Anthony Davis News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 12
Lakers rumors: Insider harshly shuts down idea of Anthony Davis reunion
The Los Angeles Lakers are currently limping toward the postseason, with both Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves currently sidelined due to injury. The Lakers
NBA News / Total Pro Sports / April 12
Gabe Vincent Compares Playing With LeBron James & Jimmy Butler While Highlighting Lakers Media Pressure
Different stars, different ecosystems, but same pressure, only dialed to new levels. That’s the reality when you go from a culture-built contender to the brightest spotlight in basketball.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 12
Lakers Lock In Guard on New Deal as Playoff Injury Concerns Mount
The Los Angeles Lakers waived guard Kobe Bufkin to open a roster spot, and fans had been waiting to see who would fill it with the playoffs just days away.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Pro Sports / April 12
Lakers Injury Report: Will LeBron James & Marcus Smart Play Tonight vs. Jazz?
The Los Angeles Lakers have gone through quite the rocky road this season. Initially, as the team struggled with consistency, Luka Doncic gave a glimpse of his greatness in March.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 12
Luke Kennard Describes ‘Full-Circle Moment’ Playing Alongside LeBron James
Due to untimely injuries to Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, Luke Kennard finds himself in an entirely new role for the Los Angeles Lakers. Previously, Kennard was a spot-up or movement shooter, and now he is a primary initiator alongside LeBron James.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 12
Lakers' Luka Doncic’s Injury Triggers Kendrick Perkins Bold Take
Everyone seems to have an opinion on the Los Angeles Lakers right now, and most of them are not good. With Luka Doncic out and Austin Reaves unlikely to suit up for Game 1 heading into the 2026 NBA Playoffs, ESPN analyst Kendrick Perkins decided to say out loud what a lot of people are thinking.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / April 11
'Two cerebral basketball players': Lakers' LeBron James addresses connection with Luke Kennard
The real story centered on the connection between James and Kennard, a pairing that continues to develop as the Lakers navigate through roster limitations.
J.J. Redick News / Larry Brown Sports / April 11
JJ Redick admits rivals eager to face injury-hit Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers enter the final weekend of the 2025-26 NBA regular season in a vulnerable position, short-handed due to significant injuries. With star guard Luka Doncic sidelined by a Grade 2 left hamstring strain and key contributor Austin Reaves out with a Grade 2 left oblique muscle injury, the team sits at 51-29, holding the No.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / April 10
Will Lakers add to their roster ahead of the playoffs?
With Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves dealing with injuries late in the season, Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka will have to get creative.
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