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NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / April 27
The Rockets forced Lakers to feel real series pressure again after ugly game 4 collapse
The Houston Rockets probably did not flip the series. They did something almost as important in Game 4. They made the Los Angeles Lakers feel it again.
Houston Rockets News / Yardbarker / April 27
Rockets' Kevin Durant might already be on the trade block
It's been years since Durant took over a game, and he hasn't necessarily made any of his teams better.
The 'Active 40-point playoff games' quiz
How many of the active NBA players to score 40+ points in an postseason game can you name in five minutes?
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.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 27
Watch: Dorian Finney-Smith has Highlight Block in Rockets' Victory over Lakers in Game 4
The Houston Rockets had their backs against the wall in Game 4, as they trailed 0-3 in the opening round of the postseason. The Rockets have struggled defensively to contain the Lakers, even without Austin Reaves and Luka Doncic.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 27
Amen Thompson Attributes Rockets' Game 4 Victory to Alperen Sengun's Motivational Speech
The Houston Rockets found themselves in one of the worst positions imaginable heading into Sunday’s Game 4 series of the Western Conference Quarterfinals against the Los Angeles Lakers.
Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 27
Why Rockets’ Ime Udoka loved Reed Sheppard’s Game 4 fight after previous struggles vs. Lakers
On Sunday evening, the Houston Rockets picked up their first win of the playoffs with a Game 4 blowout victory over the Los Angeles Lakers to stave off elimination and send the series back to Los Angeles.
Alperen Sengun News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 27
Rockets’ Alperen Sengun jokes about messing up pre-Game 4 motivational speech that saved season
On Sunday evening, the Houston Rockets kept their season alive with a blowout Game 5 win over the Los Angeles Lakers by a score of 115-96. It was a much-needed comfortable win for a Rockets team that had found some unique ways to lose in the first three games of this series.
The 'NBA minutes leaders by season' quiz
How many of the players to spend the most time on the hardwood in each NBA season since 1995-96 can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 27
Rockets’ Jae’Sean Tate challenges much larger Lakers player to fight during post-Game 4 trash talk
The Houston Rockets avoided getting swept in Game 4 against the Los Angeles Lakers, getting a 115-96 win. In between the game, there was a lot of back and forth between both teams that led to technicals, as well as several ejections.
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.
Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 27
Rockets’ Alperen Sengun, Ime Udoka blast ‘soft’ Deandre Ayton ejection
Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton hit the showers early on Sunday when he was ejected against the Houston Rockets in Game 4 of their first-round matchup in the playoffs at Toyota Center.
Houston Rockets News / Larry Brown Sports / April 27
Ime Udoka keeps door open for Kevin Durant’s return for Game 5
The Houston Rockets bought Kevin Durant some more time to recover from his ankle injury after taking down the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 4 of their first-round series on Sunday.
Alperen Sengun’s verdict adds fuel to controversy over Deandre Ayton ejection call
The Los Angeles Lakers missed their chance to sweep the Houston Rockets last Sunday night, falling 115-96 at the Toyota Center. Deandre Ayton’s third quarter ejection for a Flagrant 2 foul proved decisive for the result, especially given his strong contribution before leaving.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 27
Rockets' Bench Comes Alive in Game 4 Victory vs Lakers
Heading into the 2025-26 NBA season, the Houston Rockets weren't exactly sure what their starting lineup would look like. Well, their starting five, at least.
Houston Rockets News / Hoops Wire / April 27
Alperen Sengun, Ime Udoka question Deandre Ayton ejection as Rockets stay alive
The ejection stole the spotlight. The reactions kept it there. The Rockets stayed alive with a 115-96 Game 4 win, though the Lakers still lead the series 3-1.
Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 27
Alperen Sengun’s pregame move that gave Rockets a boost in Game 4
Amen Thompson was showered with applause on Sunday after leading the Houston Rockets past the Los Angeles Lakers, 115-96, in Game 4 of their first-round series in the playoffs at Toyota Center.
Houston Rockets News / Bleacher Report / April 27
NBA News / Field Level Media / April 27
Rockets stay alive in series vs. Lakers with Game 4 win
Amen Thompson scored a game-high 23 points, Tari Eason added 20 added 19, and the Houston Rockets averted elimination with a 115-96 victory over the visiting Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday night in Game 4 of their Western Conference first-round playoff series.
NBA News / Ball Exclusives / April 27
Rockets avoid sweep with balanced Game 4 effort against Lakers
The Houston Rockets made a statement against the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday, grabbing a 115-96 Game 4 victory to avoid a sweep. LeBron James struggled offensively all night and the Rockets took advantage of it.
Kendrick Perkins News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 26
Kendrick Perkins blasts Rockets as most selfish team in playoffs
The sky is falling and the world is ending for the Houston Rockets, or so it seems. The 2026 NBA playoffs have been nothing but a disaster thus far for
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 26
Rockets' Young Core Understands They Have to Be Smarter
The Houston Rockets know this is their last chance. The excuse of being young and inexperienced isn’t there anymore. The Rockets shockingly already have their entire season on the line in Game 4.
Tari Eason News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 26
What Positives Can The Rockets Pull From A Rough First Round
The Houston Rockets' season is likely over. Whether their postsseason run ends to the Los Angels Lakers in a sweep, or if they find a way to extend it a few extra games, it's nearly a statistical impossibility to return ffrom an 0-3 deficit in the NBA playoffs.
Ime Udoka News / AirJordanChronicles / April 26
Ime Udoka Points To Late-Game Mistakes As Rockets Fall To 0-3
Despite stepping into the playoffs against the Lakers as the favorites, the Houston Rockets are now 0-3 down in the series. And the Rockets head coach, Ime Udoka, had a lot to say after his side’s latest loss.
Houston Rockets News / Fadeaway World / April 26
No One Is Untouchable: 5 Reasons The Rockets Should Blow It Up, Starting With Alperen Sengun
The Houston Rockets have embarrassed their entire fanbase with their shockingly disastrous performance in the first round of the 2026 NBA playoffs. Yes, Kevin Durant, their best player by far, has missed two of the three games so far due to knee and ankle injuries and doesn’t seem to be healthy enough as Game 4 approaches.
Houston Rockets News / Yardbarker / April 25
Rockets get crucial Kevin Durant injury update ahead of Game 4 vs. Lakers
The Houston Rockets' once-promising season is on the verge of coming to a disappointing end.
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