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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 25
LeBron James Discusses How He Is Able To Conserve Energy For Crunch Time
The Los Angeles Lakers now hold a commanding 3-0 series lead over the Houston Rockets after a masterful late-game showing from LeBron James and Marcus Smart.
Marcus Smart News / Lakers Nation / April 25
Marcus Smart Continues To Make Lakers Postseason History
When the Los Angeles Lakers signed Marcus Smart this summer, there was risk involved given his injury history, age and not playing for a contender in a few years.
The 'NBA Playoff 30-point teammates' quiz
How many of the most recent teammates to score at least 30 points in the same NBA Playoff game can you name in seven minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / April 25
Rich Paul: Lakers should do everything they can to keep LeBron James
Rich Paul is a little biased, given that he’s LeBron James‘ agent. But like most everyone else, he has seen what James has done for the Lakers lately. What has James done?
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 / HITC / April 25
Marcus Smart earns the ultimate Steph Curry praise from JJ Redick after Game 3 heroics
Marcus Smart delivered one of the defining performances of the playoffs, and it did not go unnoticed by his head coach. In a game where the Los Angeles Lakers needed composure, toughness, and timely execution, Smart checked every box.
Rui Hachimura News / Lakers Nation / April 25
Rui Hachimura Makes Admission About Lakers’ Game 3 Win Over Rockets
The Los Angeles Lakers put together an improbable overtime victory on Friday night against the Houston Rockets. L.A. trailed by six points with under 30 seconds remaining, but forced two turnovers and scored six points to force the extra period.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / April 25
Lakers’ JJ Redick Provides Austin Reaves Update After Win Against Rockets
The Los Angeles Lakers entered the playoffs with the NBA's worst injury luck, as star guards Luka Doncic (hamstring) and Austin Reaves (oblique) weren't available for the start of their first-round matchup with the Houston Rockets.
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.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 25
JJ Redick Praises LeBron James & Marcus Smart For Winning Plays In Game 3
Game 3 was a dog fight for the Los Angeles Lakers and they definitely had to earn it to take a 3-0 series lead over the Houston Rockets. Thankfully, LeBron James and Marcus Smart were in L.A.’s corner, making winning plays down the stretch to lead a comeback overtime victory.
LeBron James News / Trade Talk Sports / April 25
LeBron James’ Late-Game Heroics Push Rockets to the Brink of Elimination
No Luka Doncic, no Austin Reaves, no problem for LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers so far this postseason. With their MVP on the shelf because of
NBA News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 25
Lakers Hand Rockets One of the Most Embarrassing Records in NBA Playoff History
The Los Angeles Lakers did not play their best basketball in Game 3. They were sloppy, got outrebounded, had 21 turnovers and trailed by six with under 30 seconds left in regulation.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 25
LeBron James Calls Lob To Bronny James Against Rockets ‘Special Moment’
Without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves available, LeBron James and the rest of the Los Angeles Lakers have been forced to step into bigger roles during their playoff series against the Houston Rockets.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 25
LeBron James & Marcus Smart Lead Overtime Game 3 Win Over Rockets
The Los Angeles Lakers held serve at home in Games 1 and 2 against the Houston Rockets, but then went on the road for a pivotal Game 3. Not many people
NBA News / Field Level Media / April 25
NBA roundup: Lakers rally for OT win, 3-0 lead on Rockets
LeBron James and Marcus Smart recorded double-doubles as the Los Angeles Lakers took a stranglehold on their first-round playoff series against the host Houston Rockets with a 112-108 overtime victory in Game 3 on Friday.
NBA News / Field Level Media / April 24
Lakers pull out OT win over Rockets, move to verge of sweep
LeBron James and Marcus Smart recorded double-doubles as the Los Angeles Lakers took a stranglehold on their first-round playoff series against the host Houston Rockets with a 112-108 overtime victory in Game 3 on Friday.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 25
LeBron James' big moments lifting Lakers to commanding series lead vs. Rockets
A series many thought would go one way due to key injuries has gone the completely other direction. With their come-from-behind Game 3 win on Friday night, it's the Los Angeles Lakers who have a commanding 3-0 series lead over the Houston Rockets.
Alperen Sengun News / Larry Brown Sports / April 24
Rockets could make shocking move if they lose in first round to the Lakers
The Houston Rockets are currently down 0-3 to the Los Angeles Lakers, and a lot may be riding on what happens from here.
The '5 3-pointer, 5-steal playoff games' quiz
How many of the NBA players to knock down five three-pointers and rack up five steals in the same playoff game can you name in five minutes?
Deandre Ayton News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 24
Lakers Deandre Ayton Makes His Biggest Defensive Claim Yet
The Los Angeles Lakers are up 2-0 on the Houston Rockets heading into Game 3 at Toyota Center, doing it without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. It has been a collective effort, but Deandre Ayton is now stepping into the spotlight with a claim that is hard to ignore.
Luke Kennard News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 24
Luke Kennard Is Putting His High School QB Skills to Use in the Lakers Playoffs
Luke Kennard was a pretty good quarterback back in high school. Now, with the Lakers up 2-0 on the Rockets in the playoffs, those same skills are showing up on the biggest stage.
Luke Kennard News / Yardbarker / April 23
How Lakers' Luke Kennard is flipping the script in Los Angeles
Now, a trade-deadline acquisition who was widely viewed as underwhelming doesn't look so shabby anymore.
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?
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