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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 14
Luka Doncic & Austin Reaves Both Out ‘Indefinitely’
At the very least, both Luka Doncic (Grade 2 left hamstring strain) and Austin Reaves (Grade 2 left oblique injury) will be out to start the playoffs for the Los Angeles Lakers.
Jaxson Hayes News / Lakers Nation / April 14
Jaxson Hayes Returns To Practice & Reveals If He Will Be Ready For Game 1 Vs. Rockets
The Los Angeles Lakers will need an entire team effort if they plan defeating the Houston Rockets in the first round of the NBA playoffs without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.
The 'Three-point leaders by NBA season' quiz
The NBA instituted the three-point line during the 1979-80 season. How many of the league leaders in three-pointers made for every season since then can you name in five minutes?
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 / Hoops Rumors / April 14
Lakers’ Redick: Doncic, Reaves Remain Out Indefinitely
Neither Luka Doncic nor Austin Reaves is close to returning to action for the Lakers, according to head coach JJ Redick, who told reporters on Tuesday not to expect a formal update on either player before Game 1 of the team’s first-round series on Saturday.
The '5+ NBA First-Team All-Defense' quiz
How many of the 21 players in NBA history to earn five First-Team All-Defense designations in their career can you name in five minutes?
LeBron James News / BasketballNews.com / April 14
LeBron James faces unprecedented burden as Lakers enter playoffs shorthanded
The Los Angeles Lakers are heading into the postseason with more questions than answers, and the biggest one sits at the center of everything they hope to accomplish.
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.
The '600-point NBA postseasons' quiz
How many of the 19 players in NBA history to score at least 600 points in one playoff run at least once in their career can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 14
Marcus Smart Discusses Challenge Of Guarding Kevin Durant
Marcus Smart returned just before the end of the 2025-26 season and helped the Los Angeles Lakers to a couple of wins. The Lakers closed the regular season on a three-game winning streak, setting up a first round matchup with the Houston Rockets.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 14
LeBron James, Luka Doncic & Austin Reaves Among Most-Viewed Players On NBA Socials
The Los Angeles Lakers bear their preseason expectations and finished fourth in the Western Conference, finishing the 2025-26 season with a 53-29 record.
NBA’s 2025-26 season most watched players revealed, LeBron James beats Victor Wembanyama
LeBron James has once again set the standard off the court, topping the NBA’s most viewed players list for the 2025-26 season despite entering his 23rd year in the league.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 14
Deandre Ayton Looking Forward To ‘Physical’ Playoff Matchup With Rockets
The Los Angeles Lakers have a tough task ahead of them in the playoffs as they are set to face the Houston Rockets in the first round. Being without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves for at least the start of the series means the team will have to rely on others to step up and one player who they will need a big series from is Deandre Ayton.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 14
JJ Redick: LeBron James Had ‘Remarkable’ Season For Lakers
In his 23rd NBA season, LeBron James continued to defy all logic and play at an All-Star caliber level for the Los Angeles Lakers. There were some concerns about how he would hold up, especially considering he missed the first 14 games of the season because of injury.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / April 14
'LeBron Is 41…Where Is Your Pride?': Stephen A. Smith Questions Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves’ Investment on Health
The Los Angeles Lakers are limping into the playoffs with two of their three stars on the shelf, and somehow, the only one still standing is 41‑year‑old LeBron James in his 23rd season.
Dalton Knecht News / EssentiallySports / April 14
'He Is the Truth': NBA Champion Makes Bold Prediction on Dalton Knecht Ahead of Lakers-Rockets Playoffs Battle
Most of LakeShow thinks Dalton Knecht has tied a neat little bow to his Purple & Gold in the regular season finale. One Lakers star, who knows what it’s like to be a roleplayer to a franchise cornerstone like Kobe Bryant, believes there’s a little more left in the young forward.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Pro Sports / April 14
Stephen A. Smith Rips Into Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves While Praising LeBron James’ Durability
The Los Angeles Lakers are facing an uphill battle in the first round of the NBA playoffs against the Houston Rockets. Austin Reaves is slated to miss the entire series.
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 13
Stephen A. Smith makes brutal prediction about Lakers’ playoff chances
The NBA Playoff field is set, and LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers face Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets in the first round. Unfortunately for LA, Austin Reaves and Luka Doncic are out with injuries, making the playoff path even more difficult.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 14
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.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / April 12
Lakers converting Nick Smith Jr. to standard contract
The Lakers are promoting guard Nick Smith Jr. from his two-way deal to a standard NBA contract, his agent told Shams Charania of ESPN. Smith will receive a two-year deal, giving Los Angeles another depth option heading into the playoffs.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / April 10
Will Lakers add to their roster ahead of the playoffs?
With Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves dealing with injuries late in the season, Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka will have to get creative.
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