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Luka Doncic has been sidelined since April 2 with a Grade 2 left hamstring strain. He flew to Madrid shortly after for specialized stem cell treatment, with the Lakers set to open the playoffs against the Houston Rockets on April 18.

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‘Jerry West: The Logo’ Documentary Reveals New Lakers Stories, Son Shares Kobe Bryant, Shaquille O’Neal Moments

For most of the basketball world, Los Angeles Lakers legend Jerry West and NBA icon will forever be known as “The Logo.” But for his son, Ryan West, the upcoming documentary Jerry West: The Logo offers something far more personal.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 16

Why Rockets will smash Lakers in 5 games with Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves injured

Earlier in the 2025-26 season, it looked as though the Houston Rockets had all the makings of a pretender despite adding Kevin Durant into the mix. Fans have gotten so frustrated towards the Rockets for their poor execution in crunch time, and their offense can get clogged at times due to the lack of spacing.

Rui Hachimura News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 16

Rui Hachimura’s stern warning ahead of Game 1 vs. Rockets

LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Lakers know their opening round series of the NBA playoffs against the Houston Rockets is going to be physical. The Rockets are a team that thrives on physicality and is going to look to set the tone in that regard in Game 1.

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The 'Most 25-PPG NBA seasons' quiz

How many of the 39 players in NBA history to average at least 25 points-per-game in at least five seasons can you name in six minutes?

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Pro Sports / April 16

JJ Redick Shares Strong Belief in Bronny James’ Growing Role Ahead of Houston Rockets Series

The Los Angeles Lakers will have their hands full against the Houston Rockets because Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves might not suit up. And JJ Redick is fully aware of that.

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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.

Deandre Ayton News / Silver Screen & Roll / April 15

Deandre Ayton excited to make his Lakers playoff debut: ‘I want to do backflips’

Let’s rewind the clock back to last summer. Deandre Ayton showed up to his Lakers introductory press conference, ecstatic to join the franchise. He spoke about how excited he was to play with Luka Dončić and how he wanted to prove his critics wrong with a bounce-back year in Los Angeles.

LeBron James News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 15

LeBron James leads intense Lakers conditioning session before Rockets series

The Los Angeles Lakers are getting their bearings together to face the Houston Rockets in the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs. And it is naturally LeBron James leading the way.

Austin Reaves News / Athlon Sports / April 15

Austin Reaves Practice Video Emerges After Lakers Injury Update

The Los Angeles Lakers kick off their NBA playoffs campaign on Saturday against the Houston Rockets. L.A. will host Game 1 of this opening-round best-of-seven series at Crypto.com Arena.

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 15

Marcus Smart vows Lakers won’t get punked by Rockets in playoffs

The Los Angeles Lakers are heading into the NBA playoffs on fumes, and they know it.

Lakers get crucial Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves injury updates ahead of playoffs

Bronny James gets bad news in his attempt for a trademark

At 37, Rockets superstar Kevin Durant still belongs on All-NBA first team

The 'Most points in an NBA Cup game' quiz

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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 / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 15

Lakers’ Rui Hachimura praises LeBron James for vocal leadership despite role change

LeBron James played more of a secondary option kind of role with the Los Angeles Lakers this season, while Luka Doncic filled in as the organization’s superstar.

Jerry West News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 15

Kenya Barris Reveals Why Lakers Legend Jerry West’s Story Is ‘Bigger Than Basketball’ in Documentary

As anticipation builds for Jerry West: The Logo ahead of its April 16 premiere on Prime Video, director Kenya Barris set out to tell a story about the Los Angeles Lakers legend that goes far beyond basketball.

Rui Hachimura News / Lakers Nation / April 15

Rui Hachimura Gives Key To Lakers’ Success During 2025-26 Season

Rui Hachimura has been a vital part to the Los Angeles Lakers’ success, filling in as a reliable scorer either as a starter or off the bench. Hachimura started the 2025-26 season as a starter, but really hit his stride once he was moved to the bench in favor of Marcus Smart.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 15

When Was the Last Time the Lakers Won a Title?

The Los Angeles Lakers are one of the most decorated franchises in NBA history, with 17 championships split between their Minneapolis and Los Angeles eras.

LeBron James News / Total Pro Sports / April 15

Patrick Beverley Claims LeBron James Could Tie Michael Jordan in GOAT Debate With One Special Run

The debate over who is the greatest player in NBA history has been ongoing for a long time, with two prominent figures at the center: Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan and Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James.

Stephen A Smith News / Total Pro Sports / April 15

Stephen A. Smith Suggests Bold Strategic Approach for Los Angeles Lakers Amid Injury Concerns

The playoffs are here, but the Los Angeles Lakers aren’t walking in at full strength. We don’t have Luka Doncic or Austin Reaves, and that puts pretty much everything on LeBron James again.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 15

JJ Redick Explains Why Lakers Signed Nick Smith Jr. Over Drew Timme

Just before the end of the 2025-26 season, the Los Angeles Lakers waived Kobe Bufkin and signed Nick Smith Jr. to a standard, two-year NBA deal. Smith was playing on a two-way contract and in order to be eligible for the playoff roster, the Lakers needed to upgrade his deal.