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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / HITC / April 25
Marcus Smart earns the ultimate Steph Curry praise from JJ Redick after Game 3 heroics
Marcus Smart delivered one of the defining performances of the playoffs, and it did not go unnoticed by his head coach. In a game where the Los Angeles Lakers needed composure, toughness, and timely execution, Smart checked every box.
Rui Hachimura News / Lakers Nation / April 25
Rui Hachimura Makes Admission About Lakers’ Game 3 Win Over Rockets
The Los Angeles Lakers put together an improbable overtime victory on Friday night against the Houston Rockets. L.A. trailed by six points with under 30 seconds remaining, but forced two turnovers and scored six points to force the extra period.
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Marcus Smart News / Silver Screen & Roll / April 25
How Marcus Smart entered Lakers lore with Game 3 performance 
It’s widely regarded that a series doesn’t begin until a team loses at home. In that sense, the Lakers got the series started on Friday. The purple and
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 / Lakers Nation / April 25
JJ Redick Praises LeBron James & Marcus Smart For Winning Plays In Game 3
Game 3 was a dog fight for the Los Angeles Lakers and they definitely had to earn it to take a 3-0 series lead over the Houston Rockets. Thankfully, LeBron James and Marcus Smart were in L.A.’s corner, making winning plays down the stretch to lead a comeback overtime victory.
NBA News / Trade Talk Sports / April 25
LeBron James’ Late-Game Heroics Push Rockets to the Brink of Elimination
No Luka Doncic, no Austin Reaves, no problem for LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers so far this postseason. With their MVP on the shelf because of
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 25
LeBron James Calls Lob To Bronny James Against Rockets ‘Special Moment’
Without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves available, LeBron James and the rest of the Los Angeles Lakers have been forced to step into bigger roles during their playoff series against the Houston Rockets.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 25
LeBron James & Marcus Smart Lead Overtime Game 3 Win Over Rockets
The Los Angeles Lakers held serve at home in Games 1 and 2 against the Houston Rockets, but then went on the road for a pivotal Game 3. Not many people
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.
NBA News / Total Pro Sports / April 25
Luka Doncic Caught Mocking Alperen Sengun’s Absurd Movements in Hilarious Moment
Even if he’s sitting on the bench, Luka Doncic isn’t letting any given moment go dull. And the same was the case during the Los Angeles Lakers’ Game 3 win over the Houston Rockets.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / April 25
Bryce James Had Words After Arizona Teammate’s NBA Draft Decision
As the NFL Draft moves beyond its first day, many have shifted their attention to the upcoming NBA Draft. Several top college basketball stars have already announced their decisions, and one of the most recent declarations has caught the attention of Bryce James.
J.J. Redick News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 25
JJ Redick Fires Up the Lakers Locker Room After Game 3 OT Victory
Houston had the Los Angeles Lakers right where they wanted them. Up six with under 30 seconds left, the Rockets were seconds away from cutting the series deficit to 2-1.
NBA News / Field Level Media / April 25
NBA roundup: Lakers rally for OT win, 3-0 lead on Rockets
LeBron James and Marcus Smart recorded double-doubles as the Los Angeles Lakers took a stranglehold on their first-round playoff series against the host Houston Rockets with a 112-108 overtime victory in Game 3 on Friday.
NBA News / Field Level Media / April 24
Lakers pull out OT win over Rockets, move to verge of sweep
LeBron James and Marcus Smart recorded double-doubles as the Los Angeles Lakers took a stranglehold on their first-round playoff series against the host Houston Rockets with a 112-108 overtime victory in Game 3 on Friday.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 25
LeBron James' big moments lifting Lakers to commanding series lead vs. Rockets
A series many thought would go one way due to key injuries has gone the completely other direction. With their come-from-behind Game 3 win on Friday night, it's the Los Angeles Lakers who have a commanding 3-0 series lead over the Houston Rockets.
Alperen Sengun News / Larry Brown Sports / April 24
Rockets could make shocking move if they lose in first round to the Lakers
The Houston Rockets are currently down 0-3 to the Los Angeles Lakers, and a lot may be riding on what happens from here.
Deandre Ayton News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 24
Lakers Deandre Ayton Makes His Biggest Defensive Claim Yet
The Los Angeles Lakers are up 2-0 on the Houston Rockets heading into Game 3 at Toyota Center, doing it without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. It has been a collective effort, but Deandre Ayton is now stepping into the spotlight with a claim that is hard to ignore.
Luke Kennard News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 24
Luke Kennard Is Putting His High School QB Skills to Use in the Lakers Playoffs
Luke Kennard was a pretty good quarterback back in high school. Now, with the Lakers up 2-0 on the Rockets in the playoffs, those same skills are showing up on the biggest stage.
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.
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?
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