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On YouTubeMarcus Smart News / Lakers Nation / April 23
Marcus Smart ‘Grateful’ To Be Back Contributing In Playoffs
Marcus Smart is only four years removed from winning the Defensive Player of the Year award. However, injuries and trades derailed him, limiting him to 54 games and zero playoff appearances for two teams in the last two seasons.
Luke Kennard News / Lakers Nation / April 23
Luke Kennard: Lakers ‘Gotta Believe In What We Have’
Almost no one could have predicted that the Los Angeles Lakers — missing both Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves — would be leading the Houston Rockets 2-0 through two games of their first round playoff series.
The 'Most 30-point NBA Playoff games' quiz
How many of the NBA players with at least 30 games with 30 points in the postseason can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 23
What factors will decide the Lakers-Rockets playoff series?
When the Los Angeles Lakers' two leading scorers, Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, went down against the Oklahoma City Thunder on April 2, many speculated their playoff hopes were diminished and that a short series was inevitable. Instead, they're up 2-0 on the Rockets. What will determine how the rest of the series plays out?
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 / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 23
Skip Bayless Makes Bold Claim About Lakers Without Luka Doncic
Just days after head coach JJ Redick publicly defended Luka Doncic and called out media bias around the team and MVP snub, the narrative around the Los Angeles Lakers has taken a strange turn, and one loud media voice is now questioning whether the team even needs Luka at all.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 23
LeBron James Has Special On-Court Connection With Marcus Smart
Without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, the Los Angeles Lakers need some players to step up alongside LeBron James to take down the Houston Rockets in the first round of the NBA Playoffs.
Los Angeles Lakers achieve never-seen NBA playoff feat in 2-0 lead over Houston Rockets
The Los Angeles Lakers hold a 2-0 lead in their playoff series against the Houston Rockets after winning both home games. The results put them in control early, but the context behind those wins is even more striking.
Los Angeles Lakers News / AirJordanChronicles / April 23
Stephen A. Smith Backs LeBron James’ GOAT Case Based on Recent Performance
Stephen A. Smith has historically favored Michael Jordan over LeBron James as the GOAT of basketball. However, on Wednesday, Smith backed the Los Angeles Lakers star’s case, citing his recent performance against the Houston Rockets.
LeBron James News / AirJordanChronicles / April 23
Michael Beasley recalls LeBron James moment during Club Shay Shay appearance
Michael Beasley spent only one season alongside LeBron James in Miami, mostly as a quiet observer, but that vantage point gave him a front-row seat to the infamous cookie incident from the 2013-14 season.
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.
LeBron James News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 23
As Lakers & LeBron James shine, Brian Windhorst admits he thought retirement was near
Father Time might be undefeated, but LeBron James is currently taking him to the limit. Despite being 41 years old, the Los Angeles Lakers superstar continues to defy logic, even if some of the league’s most seasoned insiders were ready to write his basketball obituary just a few months ago.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / April 22
'Most Inefficient Player in the League': Skip Bayless Drops Harsh Verdict on Lakers' Luka Doncic
Luka Doncic has yet to play this postseason, but that doesn’t seem to be a problem, as his Los Angeles Lakers have gone 2–0 against the Houston Rockets, with LeBron James turning back the clock and Luke Kennard blossoming under JJ Redick’s system.
Marcus Smart News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 22
Marcus Smart Pinpoints One Thing Fueling Lakers’ Playoff Success vs. Rockets
Coming into the first-round playoff series against Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets, the Los Angeles Lakers were underdogs, with the consensus being that JJ Redick’s team could not beat Ime Udoka’s gritty squad without stars Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.
LeBron James News / AirJordanChronicles / April 22
Nick Wright Claims LeBron James Got Robbed of Unanimous MVP, DPOY in 2013
Seasons are remembered for what legends have achieved on the court. But sometimes they are also defined by what slipped away. And Nick Wright claimed that LeBron James was robbed of major awards back in 2013. Nick Wright brought up this old debate on his show, What’s Wright?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / April 22
Lakers’ Austin Reaves closer to return than Luka Doncic
The Lakers are in control of their first-round series. They just aren’t whole. Even without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, the Lakers have jumped out to a 2-0 lead over the Rockets.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Pro Sports / April 22
Stephen A. Smith Drops Bold LeBron James GOAT Take Amid Age 41 Run
Stephen A. Smith, known for his fiery takes, has shifted his tone toward LeBron James amid the Los Angeles Lakers’ recent success. Once an intense critic, Smith is now singing James’ praises as he leads the Los Angeles Lakers against daunting odds.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Pro Sports / April 22
Rich Paul Drops Major LeBron James Retirement Hint After Lakers Take 2-0 Lead
As the postseason approached, all eyes were on LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers. With injuries to key players Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves casting doubt on the team’s playoff hopes, many questioned whether the four-time NBA champion could rise to the occasion.
J.J. Redick News / Lakers Nation / April 22
JJ Redick Believes Regular Season Helped Lakers Build Resiliency
The Los Angeles Lakers have dealt with injuries all season long and got a double-dose at the worst possible time right before the playoffs. But despite being down their two leading scorers, JJ Redick has his squad with a 2-0 series lead in their first round series against the Houston Rockets.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 22
Lakers HC JJ Redick Calls Out Media Bias and Says Luka Doncic Deserved MVP Finalist Spot
Luka Doncic led the NBA in scoring this season, averaging 33.5 points per game, and fought his way through an eligibility battle just to stay in award conversations.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 22
Kevin Durant returns in Game 2 vs. Lakers, but Rockets still lose
If the Houston Rockets can't win with a healthy Kevin Durant, their first-round series against the Los Angeles Lakers in the Western Conference playoffs could be a short one.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / April 21
JJ Redick Shares Update on Austin Reaves' Injury Recovery
The Los Angeles Lakers are missing the offensive production from Austin Reaves this playoffs. Reaves has been out with a Grade 2 left oblique strain before the 2025-26 NBA season ended.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 21
Lakers get good news on Austin Reaves' injury
The Los Angeles Lakers finally got some positive news on the injury front.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / April 20
Jeanie Buss may have hinted at LeBron James' retirement
For months, NBA fans and analysts have speculated whether this is the end of the line for James and the Los Angeles Lakers.
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