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LeBron James Addresses Jabari Smith Jr’s Comments And Lakers’ Mistakes After Rockets Force Game 6

LeBron James and the Lakers failed to close out the Rockets tonight in Game 5 of their first-round series as they lost 93-99 at home. The Lakers’ 41-year-old

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The Lakers have lost all momentum against the Rockets

LOS ANGELES — Entering Game 5, the Lakers were still comfortably in the driver’s seat against the Rockets. Now, the car is slowing down, making a funny sound and the hazard lights are on.

NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / April 30

3 takeaways from Lakers’ Game 5 loss vs. Rockets

“You have to kill them.” This was JJ Redick’s response when asked about the challenges of closing out a team in a playoff series. His team experienced it firsthand when the Houston Rockets staved off elimination in Game 4.

LeBron James News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 30

LeBron James admits what haunted Lakers in Game 5 loss

It has not been a good last two games for LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers. After coming back to beat the Houston Rockets in overtime in Game 3 to go up 3-0 in the series, the Lakers have struggled offensively each of the last two games, including in last night’s 99-93 home loss.

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The 'Most 3's in a playoff game by team' quiz

How many of the players to make the most three-pointers in a single playoff game for each NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

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NBA News / Fadeaway World / April 30

LeBron James Yells At Alperen Sengun For Complaining To Officials About A 'Soft' Foul

LeBron James tried to will the Lakers to close out the first-round series against the Rockets tonight, but seemingly fell short as Houston’s desperation fueled their comeback from an early 11-point hole in the game.

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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.

NBA News / Lakers Nation / April 30

Lakers Fail To Close Out Rockets In Game 5 At Home

After dropping their first game of the series in Game 4, the Los Angeles Lakers returned home and looked to close out the Houston Rockets in Game 5 at Crypto.com Arena.

Reed Sheppard News / Yardbarker / April 30

Reed Sheppard helps Rockets survive on LeBron's historic night

Reed Sheppard's clutch play late helps Rockets stave off elimination vs. Lakers on LeBron James' historic night

A historic night from LeBron James and the long-awaited return of Austin Reaves were still not enough to prevent the short-handed Houston Rockets from taking Wednesday's Game 5.

Pistons avoid elimination behind Cade Cunningham's historic performance

Cavs ride hot hand of Dennis Schroder to take pivotal Game 5 vs. Raptors

Lakers get major Luka Doncic update

Skip Bayless calls LeBron James' GOAT case 'laughable'

NBA legend Magic Johnson issues apology to the 76ers

Charles Barkley apologizes for his bad NBA playoff prediction

Los Angeles Lakers News / AirJordanChronicles / April 30

LeBron James Adds Another Playoff History Milestone to His Name, Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen Follow

Even at 41, LeBron James isn’t showing any signs of slowing down. After leading the Lakers to a 3-0 start over the Houston Rockets, James set a record that might just take decades for another player to reach.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker

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.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / AirJordanChronicles / April 30

Charles Barkley Questions LeBron James’ Stamina as Lakers Face Playoff Pressure

Charles Barkley recently raised alarms for Los Angeles Lakers Nation, questioning LeBron James’ stamina ahead of Wednesday’s high-stakes Game 5 at Crypto.com Arena.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Pro Sports / April 30

Stephen A. Smith Calls Out LeBron James Over GOAT Debate Comments in Fiery Rant

We all thought for a second that Stephen A. Smith had turned a new leaf with his tirades against LeBron James, but in reality, he’s far from being done. When talking about the ‘greatest of all time’ in basketball, there’s no clear winner.

Austin Reaves News / Hoops Rumors / April 29

Austin Reaves Cleared To Play In Game 5

The Lakers will have Austin Reaves back in the lineup tonight as they try to close out their first-round series against Houston, reports ESPN’s Shams Charania (Twitter link).

Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / April 29

Austin Reaves Available For Game 5 Vs. Rockets

The Los Angeles Lakers announced that guard Austin Reaves (left oblique muscle strain) has been upgraded to available for Game 5 against the Houston Rockets.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 29

Ex-Lakers owner Jeanie Buss tells heartbreaking Luka Doncic story involving Kobe, Gigi Bryant right before they died

Luka Doncic arrived in Los Angeles under peculiar circumstances. The five-time All-NBA superstar had done pretty much everything that the Dallas Mavericks could have plausibly asked of him (and more), and yet he was still traded to the Los Angeles Lakers in a blindside move last February.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 29

LeBron James looks to extend streak that started when Bronny was just 3

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers are on the verge of sending the Houston Rockets to Cancun. They have a chance to close out their first-round series in the 2026 NBA Playoffs against Houston on Wednesday night at Crypto.com Arena, where Game 5 is scheduled to be played.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 29

Luke Kennard Doing ‘Whatever It Takes’ To Help Lakers Win

The Los Angeles Lakers have an unexpected 3-1 series lead over the Houston Rockets, despite missing both Luka Doncic (Grade 2 left hamstring strain) and Austin Reaves (Grade 2 left oblique strain) in every game.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 29

LeBron James ‘Pissed Off’ About Adou Thiero Ejection In Game 4 Loss

LeBron James finally looked human in the Los Angeles Lakers’ Game 4 loss to the Houston Rockets as he struggled with scoring and taking care of the basketball.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / April 29