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On YouTubeMarcus Smart News / Lakers Nation / May 7
Marcus Smart Takes Responsibility For Lakers’ Offensive Struggles
Coming into the series, it was believed that the Los Angeles Lakers, without superstar Luka Doncic, would struggle to score against the Oklahoma City Thunder’s defense.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / May 7
Jaxson Hayes had the most graphic story about Jarred Vanderbilt’s injury
Jaxson Hayes is probably not a big fan of slasher films. While talking to reporters on Wednesday, the Los Angeles Lakers big man Hayes offered a striking description of Jarred Vanderbilt’s hand injury. “I mean, did you see the picture of his finger?
NBA News / Lakers Nation / May 7
Chet Holmgren Never Imagined He’d Be Facing LeBron James In Playoffs
Game 1 of the second-round series between the Los Angeles Lakers and Oklahoma City Thunder went the way of the defending champions. Despite LeBron James leading all scorers with 27 points, Thunder big man Chet Holmgren stepped up in a big way with 24 points, 12 rebounds and three blocks to help push them to an 18-point victory.
The 'NBA Defensive Players of the Year' quiz
The NBA began awarding the Defensive Player of the Year following the 1982-83 season. Since then, the award has been given out 42 times. How many of the 42 can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / May 7
JJ Redick Reveals Simple Factor Behind Luka Doncic’s Return During Playoff Series Against Thunder
The Los Angeles Lakers fell to a 108-90 loss in Game 1 of their second-round 2026 NBA Playoffs matchup against the OKC Thunder, with the teams preparing to battle in an important Game 2 clash on Thursday night.
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 / AirJordanChronicles / May 7
Stephen A. Smith Urges LeBron James to Leave Lakers for Cleveland
There is a very strong chance that by next week, Lakers forward LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers will be sitting at home out of the NBA playoffs.
LeBron James News / AirJordanChronicles / May 7
NBA Analyst Goes Off on Critics Who Don’t View LeBron James as NBA’s Best Veteran
Analyst Nick Wright has once again come to the defense of LeBron James amid the latest debate on ageing superstars. Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant, and Kawhi Leonard continue to produce as primary offensive options even in the latter half of their careers.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Pro Sports / May 7
Lakers Injury Report: Will Luka Doncic & Austin Reaves Play Tonight vs. Thunder?
Tracy McGrady asked for a 30-point show from LeBron James. In Game 1 against the Oklahoma City Thunder, the Akron-born almost matched the request by dropping 27 points.
Los Angeles Lakers News / AirJordanChronicles / May 7
J.R. Smith Jokes About LeBron James Taking Up Golf After Warning Him Against Its
2016 champion J.R. Smith revealed that former teammate LeBron James once discouraged him from playing golf during the playoffs. Now, it’s a habit James has since taken up himself.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / May 7
'What About LeBron James?': Draymond Green Calls Out Charles Barkley’s NBA List During James Harden Debate
Charles Barkley wasn’t pleased with James Harden’s deflating performance in Game 1 against the Detroit Pistons. Chuck couldn’t believe the Beard, who is the offensive engine, recorded more turnovers than made field goals.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 7
Celtics’ Jaylen Brown shows respect for LeBron James after wild PTSD question
While they are not exactly considered rivals, Jaylen Brown and LeBron James have had their fair share of battles. It is natural for fans to pit them against each other because of the storied history of the Boston Celtics and the Los Angeles Lakers.
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.
Luka Doncic News / Total Pro Sports / May 7
Luka Doncic Gives Intriguing Response About Potential Return When Series Shifts to LA
The Los Angeles Lakers are down 0-1 against the defending champs, the Oklahoma City Thunder, in the second round, and they desperately need their star, Luka Doncic, to play soon. Since going down with a grade 2 hamstring strain early in April, Doncic’s return status has been mixed.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 6
Marcus Smart’s honest take on Lakers’ defense versus Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
OKLAHOMA CITY — Los Angeles Lakers guard Marcus Smart was encouraged by his team’s defense against Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 1 of their Western Conference semifinal series.
LeBron James News / Athlon Sports / May 6
LeBron James' Mom Receives Honor
LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers are currently focused on their NBA playoff series against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Purple and Gold lost Game 1 on Tuesday night, as OKC blew them out, 108-90.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / May 6
Austin Reaves was his typical brutally honest self after Game 1 struggles 
Game 1 against the Thunder was the biggest game of the season for the Lakers, and Austin Reaves didn’t show up. He was historically bad, shooting 3-16 from the field, which was the worst shooting night a Laker has had in a postseason in over three decades.
J.J. Redick News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 6
Lakers’ JJ Redick reveals LA’s biggest defensive issue in Game 1 vs. Thunder
The Los Angeles Lakers dropped the first game of their second-round matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The team’s offense fell short in the game.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / May 6
Lakers Injury Report: Luke Kennard And Jarred Vanderbilt Possibly Missing Game 2 Vs. Thunder
The Los Angeles Lakers are trailing in a series for the first time in the playoffs this year and now face the prospect of being more shorthanded than already expected for Game 2 against the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Luka Doncic News / Larry Brown Sports / May 6
Luka Doncic reveals how severe his hamstring strain really was
Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic spoke publicly about his hamstring strain for the first time on Wednesday and offered a clue about just how significant the injury was.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / May 6
Lakers’ Jarred Vanderbilt day-to-day after finger injury in Game 1
The Lakers may have avoided the worst. Jarred Vanderbilt is day-to-day. Coach JJ Redick said Wednesday that Vanderbilt suffered a dislocation of his right pinky finger during the Game 1 loss to the Thunder.
Stephen A Smith News / Hoops Wire / May 6
Stephen A. Smith: LeBron should return to Cavs if he actually wants to win
If LeBron James wants another ring, Stephen A. Smith has a pretty clear idea of where it should happen. Namely, back with the Cavs. Smith said on ESPN that the current Lakers don’t look like a legitimate championship threat, especially with Luka Doncic sidelined by a hamstring injury and the defending champion Thunder, ya know, in the way.
Luka Doncic News / Yardbarker / May 6
Lakers' Luka Doncic reveals timeline for injury recovery
The Los Angeles Lakers and Oklahoma City Thunder played on Tuesday in Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals. Without star guard Luka Doncic, the Lakers just couldn't overcome the Thunder, falling 108-90.
Austin Reaves News / NBA Analysis Network / May 6
Austin Reaves’ 3-for-16 night exposed the Lakers’ missing creation against Oklahoma City
The Lakers can survive one cold shooting night. What they cannot survive for a whole series is the version of their offense that appeared in Game 1, when Austin Reaves scored eight points on 3-for-16 shooting and Los Angeles managed only 90 points in a loss to Oklahoma City.
Bronny James News / Athlon Sports / May 6
Calls Mount for Lakers to Make Bronny James Move for Game 2
Bronny James made his seventh playoff appearance of the season on Tuesday night. He checked in during the fourth quarter of the Los Angeles Lakers’ Game
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / May 6
LeBron James makes strong Luka Doncic remark after Game 1 loss
The Los Angeles Lakers and Oklahoma City Thunder played on Tuesday in Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals, but it didn't end the way LeBron James had hoped.
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