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Kobe Bryant News / Sneakers on SI / April 13
Kobe Bryant's Game-Worn Air Jordans Hit Auction Block
Today marks ten years since Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant's final NBA game. His 60-point performance was punctuated by a dual sneaker release, which Nike reissued in limited numbers earlier today.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / April 13
Marcus Smart’s playmaking will be integral to Lakers postseason hopes 
In their final regular season game, the Lakers routed a tanking Utah Jazz team for their 53rd win, the most for the franchise since 2010-11. All the machinations of surviving a grueling 82 games are over and the brain trust now shifts its focus towards the playoffs.
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?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / April 13
Lakers get crucial Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves injury updates ahead of playoffs
ESPN insider Shams Charania recently revealed more info on their statuses.
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 / Lakers Nation / April 13
Latest Updates On Luka Doncic & Austin Reaves Going Into Playoffs
The Los Angeles Lakers have a very tall task in front of them as the NBA playoffs are set to begin. The team is without their two leading scorers in Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves as they prepare to take on the Houston Rockets in the first round.
Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / April 13
Lakers star Luka Doncic wins 2025-26 NBA scoring title
Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic won the NBA scoring title for the 2025-26 season, averaging 33.5 points in 64 games. He finished more than two points ahead of second place as Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander averaged 31.1, while Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards came in third at 28.8.
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.
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 / EasySportz / April 13
Lakers vs Rockets First-Round Series Preview and Prediction
The Western Conference first round delivers one of the most compelling matchups of the 2026 NBA Playoffs as the No. 4 seed Los Angeles Lakers take on the No.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / April 13
The Lakers are the underdogs of the playoffs
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Lakers fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys.
The 'NBA playoff triple-double leaders' quiz
Can you name every NBA player with at least three triple-doubles in the postseason?
J.J. Redick News / Lakers Nation / April 13
JJ Redick Gives Initial Thoughts On Lakers’ Playoff Matchup With Rockets
Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick led his team to a 53-29 record in the 2025-26 season and will now need to begin preparations to face off against the Houston Rockets in the first round of the 2026 NBA playoffs.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 13
Deandre Ayton & Rui Hachimura Lead Way In Regular Season Finale Against Jazz
The end of the 2025-26 season finally arrived for the Los Angeles Lakers, though it’s a bittersweet time as the team was robbed of Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves heading into the playoffs.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Sneakers on SI / April 13
Nike Honors Bronny James With Heartfelt New Shoes
The Los Angeles Lakers dismantled the Utah Jazz 131-107 on Sunday night. Not only did Lakers guard Bronny James provide 11 points and four assists off the bench, but he also received another high honor from Nike.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 13
Lakers Playoff Schedule: Dates, Times, Opponents, TV Channel
The Los Angeles Lakers clinched the fourth seed in the Western Conference, wrapping up the Pacific Division title along the way. There was a real chance at third, but Denver held on, and now LeBron James and the Lakers head into the postseason carrying more weight than just a tough bracket.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / April 13
'Gives Way More Minutes to Bronny': JJ Redick Under Fire as Dalton Knecht Goes Off vs Jazz
One Lakers youngster with a huge chip on his shoulder proved that he either has something against the Utah Jazz or JJ Redick. Simply because he made a very big point today.
Deandre Ayton News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 13
Deandre Ayton was clueless about Lakers’ first-round opponent in playoffs
The Los Angeles Lakers have a tough task ahead as they will go up against the Houston Rockets in the first round of the playoffs. The Lakers will be severely handicapped, as Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves are expected to sit out the series due to a hamstring injury and an oblique injury, respectively.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 12
Exclusive: How Nick Smith Jr. has navigated challenging Lakers season
When the Los Angeles Lakers signed Nick Smith Jr. to a two-way contract before the start of the season, he was walking into a situation unfamiliar to him.
NBA News / Field Level Media / April 12
Lakers empty the bench in lopsided win over lowly Jazz
Rui Hachimura and Deandre Ayton each posted 22-point, 10-rebound double-doubles on Sunday to help the Los Angeles Lakers earn a 131-107 victory over the visiting Utah Jazz in the regular-season finale.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 13
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 / 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.
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 / 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.
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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