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On YouTubeMarcus Smart News / Silver Screen & Roll / April 15
Marcus Smart calls Game 1 ‘tremendously important’ for Lakers 
While a seven-game series is all about the first to four, not the first to one, there is added pressure on the Lakers to come out victorious in Game 1.
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.
Austin Reaves News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 15
Austin Reaves Shows Encouraging Sign After Lakers Practice
Lakers fans have had nothing but bad news on the injury front lately, with both Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves ruled out to start the playoffs. But something happened after practice that might give them a little hope.
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?
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.
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.
Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / April 15
Luka Doncic Extends NBA Scoring Streak For International Players
Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic has won the NBA’s scoring title in his first full season donning the purple and gold. He averaged 33.5 points per game in 64 games of action, putting him clearly ahead of the next-highest scorer on the year.
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.
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.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / April 15
Why Nike’s trademark application for Bronny James’ logo was denied
Nike’s attempt to trademark Bronny James’ “B9” logo has been denied, with officials citing concerns over similarity to an existing brand. The decision comes as Bronny continues to build his identity both on and off the court.
Rui Hachimura News / Lakers Nation / April 15
Rui Hachimura Set Lakers Franchise Record During 2025-26 Season
Rui Hachimura has made excellent strides as an overall player since the Los Angeles Lakers traded for him back in 2023. Even though he was a former lottery pick Hachimura felt like a player who hadn’t reached his potential, but now he had grown into one of the most important players on the Lakers’ roster.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / April 15
Lakers Receive Encouraging News Before NBA Playoffs
The Los Angeles Lakers enter the 2026 NBA playoffs with both momentum and uncertainty after securing the No. 4 seed in the Western Conference. Their reward is a first-round matchup against Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets, with Los Angeles holding home-court advantage in Games 1, 2, 5 and 7, if necessary.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / April 15
Nobody believes in the Los Angeles Lakers
The Lakers are going into the playoffs with few expectations. Injuries to Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves leave them in an unenviable position. While they secured the No.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 15
LeBron James Happy To Not Be In Play-In Tournament
Since the creation of the NBA Play-In Tournament during the 2021 season, LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers have found themselves having to take part three times.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The Spun / April 15
Charles Barkley Cracks Bronny James Joke Before Start Of NBA Playoffs
With the NBA playoffs set to begin later this week, Charles Barkley couldn't help but take a jab at Bronny James. Bronny, the son of NBA legend LeBron James, just wrapped up his second season with the Los Angeles Lakers.
Bronny James News / Fadeaway World / April 15
Bronny James ‘B9’ Nike Logo Trademark Gets Denied For One Reason
Bronny James hit an unexpected roadblock off the court after Nike saw its trademark filing for his ‘B9’ logo denied by the United States Patent and Trademark Office.
Austin Reaves News / Fadeaway World / April 15
Austin Reaves Gets Surprise Visit From His Arkansas Teacher He Called Mom
Austin Reaves experienced one of the most emotional moments of his career off the court when he was surprised by his former high school teacher, Priscilla Callahan, during a recent appearance in Los Angeles.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 15
JJ Redick Gives 2 Keys To Lakers’ Series With Rockets
The Los Angeles Lakers have a tall task ahead of them, literally and figuratively, as they get set to match up with the Houston Rockets in the first round of the playoffs.
Luka Doncic News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 15
Former Lakers Trainer Breaks Down What Possible Treatment Luka Doncic Is Getting in Spain
Luka Doncic flew to Spain with a Grade 2 hamstring strain and a ticking clock. The playoffs are days away, Austin Reaves is also out, and the Los Angeles Lakers are heading into a first-round series against the Houston Rockets without their two best guards.
Marcus Smart News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 15
Lakers’ Marcus Smart refuses to let Houston punk LA in playoffs
The Los Angeles Lakers will face a monumental challenge in their first-round series against the Houston Rockets. With both Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves out due to injury, the onus falls on LeBron James and the Lakers’ supporting cast to rise up to the challenge as they take on a talented Rockets team led by Kevin Durant.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 14
Bronny James gets bad news in his attempt for a trademark
Bronny James’ recent attempt for a trademark ended up as an airball. The Los Angeles Lakers guard James had a trademark filing through Nike get rejected by the United States Patent and Trademark Office, Michael Rothstein of ESPN reported on Tuesday.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Rumors / April 15
JJ Redick offers updates on Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves that Lakers fans won't want to hear
Neither Luka Doncic nor Austin Reaves is close to returning to action for the Lakers, according to head coach JJ Redick.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / April 14
Lakers get crucial Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves injury updates ahead of playoffs
ESPN insider Shams Charania recently revealed more info on their statuses.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 15
Kenyon Martin takes a shot at the Lakers and their ‘4 white boys’
Kenyon Martin is not a believer in the Los Angeles Lakers heading into the playoffs. The retired former NBA All-Star Martin made waves this week with his comments about the Lakers on Gilbert Arenas’ “Gil’s Arena” show.
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