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NBA News / Total Apex Sports / March 17
Lakers Clamp Down in the Fourth to Steal Gritty 100-92 Win in Houston
You could feel the tension in the Toyota Center before the ball even tipped. This wasn’t just a late-season matchup in mid-March; it was a heavyweight fight for Western Conference playoff positioning.
Luka Doncic News / Field Level Media / March 17
Luka Doncic puts up 36 as Lakers power past Rockets
Luka Doncic scored a game-high 36 points as the visiting Los Angeles Lakers claimed a 100-92 victory over the Houston Rockets on Monday. The Lakers evened the season series with the Rockets ahead of the third and final meeting between the teams on Wednesday in Houston.
The 'Active 30-point triple-doubles' quiz
How many of the 44 active NBA players to record a triple-double with 30 points at least once in their career can you name in six minutes?
NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / March 17
Lakers grind out victory over Rockets for sixth straight win 
The Lakers survived an ugly, ugly fourth quarter of basketball to come away with a sixth straight win, knocking off the Rockets on the road, 100-92. An absolute rock fight broke out between the two teams in the fourth as they combined for just 12 points in the first eight minutes of the period.
Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain
Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / March 17
Lakers Earn Ugly Victory Over Rockets To Extend Winning Streak
The Los Angeles Lakers have been rolling as of late, winning five straight games, including some against Western Conference contenders. They had a chance to keep that going on Monday night when they hit the road for the start of a six-game road trip, taking on the Houston Rockets in the first of two straight matchups.
NBA News / Athlon Sports / March 16
JJ Redick Shares LeBron James' New Role Before Lakers-Rockets
The Los Angeles Lakers come into tonight's clash against the Houston Rockets on a five-game win-streak. LeBron James hasn't played all five of these games, sitting out the first two with injury before returning and looking like a decidedly different player in their last three wins.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 16
Ageless LeBron James posterizes Jabari Smith Jr.
The Los Angeles Lakers have an NBA playoff spot to chase this late into the season. The ageless wonder LeBron James ignited those postseason hopes massively on Monday.
20 NBA players who changed how the game is played
Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / March 17
LeBron James Didn’t Have One Singular Rival Throughout His 23-Year Career, Says Chris Bosh
When basketball scholars look back at the career of LeBron James, they will see this generation’s greatness personified. The King has done it all in the NBA, from championships to MVPs, from big-time moments to endless highlight reels.
Bronny James News / Hardwood Heroics / March 16
'Thousand Hoops Just to Get to the Mom': Anonymous ACC Coach Vented on Bronny James Recruiting Nightmare
Two seasons into his NBA career, Bronny James is still a limited part of the Los Angeles Lakers’ rotation. In 31 games this season, he is averaging 2.1 points, 1.2 assists, and 0.5 rebounds in only seven minutes.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Sneakers on SI / March 16
Kevin Durant Debuts Nike KD19 Against Lakers
Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant debuted his 19th signature Nike basketball shoe against the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday night. The Nike KD19 features a visually striking design that is engineered for ultimate responsiveness, comfort, and containment.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / March 16
Rich Paul Chimes In On ‘Lakers Are Better Without LeBron’ Debate
The debate over LeBron James’ fit with Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves has a new (albeit expected) perspective: James’ longtime agent and friend, Rich Paul.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Bleacher Report / March 16
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / March 16
LeBron James shows off nasty scrape he got on his crazy dive vs. Nuggets
LeBron James paid the price for his big hustle play over the weekend. The Los Angeles Lakers star James had a key moment in Saturday’s game against the Denver Nuggets.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 16
Lakers’ dream seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NBA Playoffs
While playoff basketball’s outcomes will be determined by skill, depth, and experience, having the right seeding can work wonders, especially for a team that may need to catch some breaks if it has designs on getting to the NBA Finals.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / March 16
Update emerges on LeBron James’ playing future
A new update has emerged regarding LeBron James’ NBA future. In an appearance on ESPN’s “Get Up!” Monday, Shams Charania said the “feeling around LeBron and the league” is that James will play one more season.
Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / March 16
Luka Doncic Named Western Conference Player Of The Week For March 9-15
Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic was named Western Conference Player of the Week for games played on March 9-15, it was announced by the NBA. During the week, Doncic led the Lakers to a 3-0 record with impressive wins over the Minnesota Timberwolves, Chicago Bulls and Denver Nuggets.
Marcus Smart News / Athlon Sports / March 16
Marcus Smart Claims NBA Team Forced Him To Play Through Injury Before Lakers Stint
The Los Angeles Lakers are reaping the rewards of a series of strong roster decisions since the Luka Doncic trade from February 2025. While they didn't make any flashy additions, their additions since last summer have all led to rewards on the court this season.
Paul Pierce News / The SportsRush / March 16
'Not Sure They Get Out the 1st Round': Paul Pierce Isn’t Confident Lakers Can Make a Deep Playoff Run
The Lakers have been an enigma throughout this season. They have been great in close games, but also prone to being blown out with some regularity. In essence, they’re a team that hasn’t always seemed as good as their record would indicate.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / March 16
LeBron James’ retirement decision looms as NBA insider predicts future
At 41, LeBron James is still rewriting what is possible in year 23. But will there be a year 24?
J.J. Redick News / Lakers Nation / March 16
JJ Redick ‘Optimistic’ After Recent Stretch
The Los Angeles Lakers have looked like a completely different team over the last couple of weeks. Since Feb. 28, JJ Redick’s team is 8-1, including their current five-game win streak.
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