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Lakers Coach JJ Redick Addresses Luka Doncic Development Before Game 2

Luka Doncic sat out the Los Angeles Lakers’ Game 1 win over the Houston Rockets on Saturday. The 27-year-old is still recovering from a hamstring injury that sidelined him for the tail end of the regular season.

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Lakers' Jaxson Hayes Eligible to Play With Luka Doncic on Slovenian National Team

Jaxson Hayes and Luka Doncic could be the new duo on the international stage after the Los Angeles Lakers center shared some good news. Hayes wants to play in international tournaments with a national team.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 20

Kevin Durant Questionable; Luka Doncic & Austin Reaves Out For Game 2

The Los Angeles Lakers announced that star guards Luka Doncic (left hamstring strain) and Austin Reaves (left oblique muscle strain) remain out for Game 2 of their first round playoff series against the Houston Rockets.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 20

Lakers To Pick 25th In 2026 NBA Draft

The NBA announced that the Los Angeles Lakers will have the 25th pick in the first round of the 2026 NBA Draft. The Lakers finished the regular season with a 52-29 record, which was tied with the New York Knicks.

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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.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / April 20

JJ Redick’s Message to Luke Kennard Could Change Everything for Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers are trying to stay afloat in the NBA playoffs despite playing with a short-handed roster. Both the Lakers and Houston Rockets were missing stars in Game 1 of their series, however.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 20

Maverick Carter shares LeBron James’ post-retirement plans

LeBron James appears to have already done a lot of thinking about what his post-playing career is going to look like. Maverick Carter, James’ longtime business partner, appeared at the Semafor World Economy recently and opened up about what the two have planned once James retires.

Luka Doncic News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 20

Luka Doncic Seen at Lakers' Practice Facility Ahead of Game 2

After securing the Game 1 win over the Houston Rockets, the Los Angeles Lakers have given superstar guard Luka Doncic more time to recover from his Grade 2 hamstring and potentially get back on the floor at some point during this first-round series.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 20

Jeanie Buss Discusses Whether She Wants LeBron James Back With Lakers

LeBron James has proven that he can play longer he if wants to, but he remains non-committal about his playing future. For now, James seems content playing for the Los Angeles Lakers even if it means playing third fiddle to Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.

Marcus Smart News / Lakers Nation / April 20

Marcus Smart Explains ‘New Feeling’ In Return To Playoffs

In the first nine seasons of his NBA career, Marcus Smart was in the playoffs every year as a member of the Boston Celtics. But it had been three years since his last playoff contest as he failed to make it as a member of the Memphis Grizzlies and Washington Wizards after being traded.

NBA News / The Lead / April 20

Is LeBron James and Kevin Durant’s Playoff Rivalry Almost Over?

Two of the greatest players to ever pick up a basketball will face off on the world stage once again, but this time could be the last. Stars have aligned

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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.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 20

Deandre Ayton Describes Luke Kennard’s Game 1 Performance In 1 Word

The Los Angeles Lakers are gonna need some big performances to take down the Houston Rockets in the first round of the NBA Playoffs and they got that in a big way in Game 1.

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Lakers' Owner Jeanie Buss Shares Emotional Luka Doncic Story Involving Kobe Bryant and Gigi

The Los Angeles Lakers escaped with a convincing victory in Game 1 without their franchise player. Luke Kennard scored a career playoff-high 27 points