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On YouTubeDeandre Ayton News / Silver Screen & Roll / April 27
Neither the Lakers or Rockets understood Deandre Ayton’s ejection in Game 4 
Ejections for Flagrant 2 fouls typically are pretty egregious and easy to understand. By definition, they involve excessive force, which rarely leaves doubt about an ejection.
NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / April 27
3 takeaways from Lakers’ Game 4 loss vs. Rockets
You can’t fake desperation. The Rockets fought hard in Game 3, but lost and were down 3-0 entering Game 4. With their season on the line, Houston decided they’d rather head back to LA instead of clearing out their lockers as they demolished the Lakers, 115-96.
NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / April 27
Rockets overwhelm lackluster Lakers in Game 4 rout to avoid sweep
On the heels of a grueling Game 3 win, the Lakers came out flat and were subsequently routed by the Rockets, 115-96. From the jump, it was pretty clear the Lakers didn’t have the right level of effort and played as such throughout.
The 'Active 40-point playoff games' quiz
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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 27
Rockets Extend Series With Game 4 Win Over Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers took the court on Sunday night with an opportunity to sweep the Houston Rockets in their first-round series. Injuries have been a theme for both teams as Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves have missed every game for L.A.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / April 26
Lakers HC JJ Redick provides update on Luka Doncic's injury recovery
Somewhere along the line in the playoffs, things start to become slightly less rational. Minutes get longer, rotations get shorter and seemingly any injury is handled with more hopeful prognoses than it likely deserves.
Austin Reaves News / Athlon Sports / April 26
Lakers Announce Unfortunate Austin Reaves News on Sunday
Los Angeles Lakers star Austin Reaves has been inching closer to his highly anticipated return to action. The 6-foot-5 guard has been sidelined throughout their first-round NBA playoffs series against the Houston Rockets.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / April 26
Lakers Vs. Rockets Report: Austin Reaves And Kevin Durant Out For Game 4
The Los Angeles Lakers released an updated injury report for Game 4 against the Houston Rockets, which still Austin Reaves (left oblique muscle strain) unavailable.
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.
Luke Kennard News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 26
Luke Kennard claps back at critics who demanded more aggression
LOS ANGELES – By now there’s no question that the Los Angeles Lakers’ acquisition of Luke Kennard was the steal of the trade deadline. Kennard has been invaluable to the team during the playoffs in their opening round series against the Houston Rockets.
LeBron James News / Athlon Sports / April 26
Lakers' LeBron James Eyes Historic NBA Playoff Record vs. Rockets in Game 4
LeBron James made his NBA debut in 2003, when the league looked completely different. Twenty-three seasons later, he's still playing and still chasing records at 41 years old.
Los Angeles Lakers News / AirJordanChronicles / April 26
JJ Redick Reveals the Conversation He Had With LeBron When Lakers Drafted Bronny
JJ Redick and LeBron James set a firm coaching boundary before Bronny James ever suited up for the Lakers. The head coach confirmed he would treat the rookie as a teammate rather than LeBron’s son.
J.J. Redick News / Silver Screen & Roll / April 26
JJ Redick was impressed at how hard the Lakers played in Game 3
This Lakers-Rockets series hasn’t featured pretty basketball. The Lakers have played without Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves, and the Rockets have had two games without Kevin Durant.
Los Angeles Lakers News / AirJordanChronicles / April 26
Marcus Smart Opens Up on Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves’ Role Beyond the Court
Marcus Smart is fueling the Los Angeles Lakers’ playoff charge while stars Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves remain sidelined. Despite their injuries, Smart credits his teammates’ vocal leadership from the bench for the team’s commanding series lead.
Austin Reaves News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 26
Should the Lakers Let Austin Reaves Play in Game 4? 3 Reasons to Be Cautious
Heading into Game 4 against the Houston Rockets on Sunday at the Toyota Center, the Los Angeles Lakers have the opportunity to pull off the sweep, marking one of the biggest upsets in the first round of the NBA playoffs.
LeBron James News / HITC / April 26
LeBron James on brink of tying Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s legendary playoff record
The Los Angeles Lakers face the Houston Rockets this Sunday in Game 4, holding a commanding 3-0 lead in the series. JJ Redick’s team have dominated despite missing Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, their two primary scoring options throughout the regular season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 26
Bronny James: Scoring First Playoff Points Provided Great Confidence
Just one month ago not many would have envisioned Bronny James being part of the the Los Angeles Lakers’ playoff rotation even if it’s come in limited minutes in every game so far.
Marcus Smart News / Lakers Nation / April 26
Marcus Smart Implores Lakers To ‘Be Like A Lion’ In Game 4 Against Rockets
Arguably one of the most impactful moves in the entire NBA last summer was Marcus Smart signing with the Los Angeles Lakers. What he has given them so far in the playoffs is exactly what L.A.
J.J. Redick News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 25
JJ Redick Fires Up the Lakers Locker Room After Game 3 OT Victory
Houston had the Los Angeles Lakers right where they wanted them. Up six with under 30 seconds left, the Rockets were seconds away from cutting the series deficit to 2-1.
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.
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.
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