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'Be Ready': JJ Redick Sends Clear Message as Bronny James Set for Key Role vs. Rockets Playoff Battle

Last year, rookie Bronny James played just four minutes in the playoffs, and this year, things will change. The sophomore year began with little trust from the head coach once again, as the 21-year-old was assigned to G-League duties.

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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.

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.

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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?

The 'Three-point leaders by NBA season' quiz

The 'Season triple-double record by team' quiz

The '60-point NBA games' quiz

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 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 / 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.

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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.

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.

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The 'Most 25-PPG NBA seasons' quiz

The 'Three-point leaders by NBA season' quiz

The 'Five 3's off the bench games' quiz

The 'Masters runners-up since 2000' quiz

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.

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.

J.J. Redick News / Silver Screen & Roll / April 15

JJ Redick says rebounding, turnovers are two biggest keys for Rockets playoff series

Now that the Lakers are set to play the Rockets in the playoffs, LA can focus on just one opponent and game plan for them. The good news for the Lakers is that they won the regular-season series against Houston 2-1.

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

LeBron James Reveals His Ideal Finals Matchup for Lakers

The 2026 NBA Playoffs are here, and for LeBron James, it isn't just about winning a championship. It's about who he wins it against. The Lakers are locked in as the No.

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.