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Latest Details Emerge on Austin Reaves’ Comeback From Injury Ahead of Game 3 vs. Rockets

The Los Angeles Lakers could be on the verge of a timely boost as Austin Reaves closes in on a return ahead of Game 3 against the Houston Rockets. Reaves, who suffered a Grade 2 left oblique strain on April 2, had an initial expectation to miss four to six weeks.

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Why Kendrick Perkins Rates LeBron James Among NBA’s Top Five at Age 41

Many analysts have cited various reasons why LeBron James remains one of the top players, even at the twilight of his career. But former NBA Champion Kendrick Perkins offered a more personal perspective after the veteran’s latest playoff showing.

Deandre Ayton News / Total Pro Sports / April 24

Lakers’ Deandre Ayton Puts NBA World on Notice With Bold Defensive Claim

Deandre Ayton is making the most of his chances in LA’s first-round series against the Houston Rockets, and according to him, he’s now capable of guarding anybody on the floor.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 23

Rich Paul confident Lakers’ LeBron James can play five more years

Rich Paul expressed confidence towards the idea of Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James continuing his NBA career well into his 40s. James is 23 years into his remarkable career, one that will undoubtedly send him to the Hall of Fame.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / April 23

Deandre Ayton Reveals LeBron James' Serious Warning for Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers have a commanding 2-0 lead over the Houston Rockets in their first-round NBA playoffs series. LeBron James has been leading the charge for a Lakers side that is missing both Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves due to injury.

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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 / Field Level Media / April 23

Short-handed Lakers show grit in leading series vs. Rockets

Beyond LeBron James' individual brilliance and extensive postseason history of carrying teams to heights previously unimagined, perhaps the characteristic most overlooked within these Los Angeles Lakers was their collective ability to overcome obstacles during the regular season.

Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / April 23

Lakers Injury Report: Austin Reaves Questionable For Game 3 Vs. Rockets

The Los Angeles Lakers released their injury report for Game 3 against the Houston Rockets and Austin Reaves (left oblique muscle strain) has been upgraded to questionable while Luka Doncic (left hamstring strain) remains out.

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.

Kevin Durant returns in Game 2 vs. Lakers, but Rockets still lose

LeBron James takes a jab at Kevin Durant’s real height

LeBron James outduels Kevin Durant as Lakers take 2-0 series lead

What factors will decide the Lakers-Rockets playoff series?

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LeBron James News / Yardbarker

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.

Deandre Ayton News / Lakers Nation / April 23

Deandre Ayton Having Fun Playing Defense Against Rockets

Lost in the shuffle of the Los Angeles Lakers’ swarming defensive effort against superstar Kevin Durant has been the outstanding job the team has done in containing the Houston Rockets’ other All-Star in Alperen Sengun.

Jake Laravia News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 23

Lakers' Jake LaRavia Suffers Injury Ahead of Game 3 vs. Rockets

The Los Angeles Lakers came into their first-round playoff series against the Houston Rockets shorthanded, with both Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves dealing with injuries that have kept them sidelined for Game 1 and Game 2.

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Luka Doncic News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 23

Luka Doncic Spotted Shooting After Practice at Lakers Facility Amid Injury Concerns

The Los Angeles Lakers are deep into their first-round playoff series against the Houston Rockets, and the biggest question hanging over the team is still the same: When will Luka Doncic come back?

Rui Hachimura News / Lakers Nation / April 23

Rui Hachimura Has Been Preparing All Year To Play Big Postseason Minutes

The likes of Marcus Smart and Luke Kennard have gotten a ton of praise for their performance in the playoffs so far for the Los Angeles Lakers. But another role player who has been extremely important not just in the postseason, but all season long, has been Rui Hachimura.

Austin Reaves News / Field Level Media / April 23

Austin Reaves cleared for on-court work, could rejoin Lakers' lineup in 7-10 days

Austin Reaves is working out on the court and closing in on rejoining the Lakers' lineup. Reaves was cleared for the latest step in his progression of rehab from a Grade 2 oblique strain suffered on April 2 against the Oklahoma City Thunder, the same game in which Luka Doncic (hamstring) was injured.

LeBron James News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 23

Shannon Sharpe Fires Back at LeBron James Doubters After Lakers Playoff Run

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is 41 years old, playing in his 19th postseason, and performing at another level without his two best teammates.

Marcus Smart News / Lakers Nation / April 23

Marcus Smart ‘Grateful’ To Be Back Contributing In Playoffs

Marcus Smart is only four years removed from winning the Defensive Player of the Year award. However, injuries and trades derailed him, limiting him to 54 games and zero playoff appearances for two teams in the last two seasons.

Luke Kennard News / Lakers Nation / April 23

Luke Kennard: Lakers ‘Gotta Believe In What We Have’

Almost no one could have predicted that the Los Angeles Lakers — missing both Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves — would be leading the Houston Rockets 2-0 through two games of their first round playoff series.

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?

LeBron James outduels Kevin Durant as Lakers take 2-0 series lead

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 23

Skip Bayless Makes Bold Claim About Lakers Without Luka Doncic

Just days after head coach JJ Redick publicly defended Luka Doncic and called out media bias around the team and MVP snub, the narrative around the Los Angeles Lakers has taken a strange turn, and one loud media voice is now questioning whether the team even needs Luka at all.