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NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 21
Final Injury Report for Rockets-Lakers Game 2: Will Kevin Durant, Luka Doncic Play?
The Los Angeles Lakers are at home on Tuesday night as they host the Houston Rockets in Game 2 of the first round of the NBA Playoffs. Los Angeles enters Tuesday’s game with a 1-0 series lead after defeating Houston at home in Game 1 on Saturday night.
The 'Playoff debut scoring-record by team' quiz
How many of the players with the most points in their NBA debut for each franchise can you name in five minutes?
Marcus Smart News / Silver Screen & Roll / April 21
Marcus Smart happy to be on LeBron’s team instead of opponents in playoffs 
For years, LeBron James and Marcus Smart have shared the court. However, it’s often been on opposing sides. Smart, a longtime Celtic, faced off against James when he was a Cavalier for countless regular-season games and in the postseason during the 2010s.
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 / AirJordanChronicles / April 21
Stephen A. Smith Praises LeBron James Despite Past Feud
The dynamic between LeBron James and Stephen A. Smith is a mixture of professional respect and personal friction. A recent television moment sparked both conversations at the same time.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 21
Lakers get good news on Austin Reaves' injury
The Los Angeles Lakers finally got some positive news on the injury front.
LeBron James News / Stadium Rant / April 21
When Will LeBron James Actually Retire?
LeBron James has been one of the best players in the history of the game, some might say the best to ever do it. He has accomplished things that players have dreamed of doing, and he’s done it at the highest level for 23 years, and counting.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 21
Austin Reaves Further Along In Recovery Process Than Luka Doncic
When the Los Angeles Lakers began their first-round series against the Houston Rockets, they did so without two of their stars in Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.
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.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 21
Jeanie Buss Gets Candid About LeBron James’ Lakers Future
With the NBA playoffs in full swing for the Los Angeles Lakers, the end of the 2025-26 season is drawing near for all 30 teams in the league. Although
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 21
Jaxson Hayes Has Obtained Slovenian Passport To Play With Luka Doncic
Los Angeles Lakers center Jaxson Hayes has quickly built a strong relationship with teammate Luka Doncic both on and off the court, so much so that he has been trying to get a Slovenian passport to play for their national team during the summer.
NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / April 21
How Lakers defense shut down the Rockets in Game 1
Following the first matchup of any playoff series, both teams, win or lose, return to the drawing board and strategize what they can take forward in future contests.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 21
Rui Hachimura Missed Luka Doncic’s Hijinks When He Was Away From Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers are holding out hope that Luka Doncic can join them at some point on the court during the playoffs. The Lakers are off to a solid start in the postseason as they currently own a 1-0 series lead against the Houston Rockets.
Kevin Durant News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 21
Kevin Durant's Injury Situation Would Change Nothing for the Lakers in Game 2
The Lakers went into this first-round series as the shorthanded team. No Luka Doncic, no Austin Reaves. Then Kevin Durant went down too, and suddenly Game 1 felt more level than anyone expected.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 21
Jaxson Hayes Enjoys Seeing Luke Kennard Succeed After Watching Him Growing Up In Ohio
Luke Kennard has been everything the Los Angeles Lakers hoped for and more when they acquired him at the trade deadline. Kennard has fit in perfectly on the Lakers roster, acting as the team’s best shooting threat but also a reliable secondary ball-handler behind LeBron James.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 21
Jeanie Buss: Kobe Bryant Would Be Excited To See Luka Doncic With Lakers
Luka Doncic is set to lead the Los Angeles Lakers for years following his contract extension this past summer. There is arguably no better superstar to serve as the face of the franchise after LeBron James than Doncic given his age, talent and global appeal.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 20
Lakers’ Jaxson Hayes has had Luke Kennard stock for over a decade
The Los Angeles Lakers needed other players to step up down the stretch before the NBA Playoffs. King James can still take over games, but those moments are getting fewer and farther between, which gives other players a chance to step up.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / April 20
JJ Redick’s Message to Luke Kennard Could Change Everything for Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers are trying to stay afloat in the NBA playoffs despite playing with a short-handed roster. Both the Lakers and Houston Rockets were missing stars in Game 1 of their series, however.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / April 20
Jeanie Buss may have hinted at LeBron James' retirement
For months, NBA fans and analysts have speculated whether this is the end of the line for James and the Los Angeles Lakers.
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