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NBA News / Stadium Rant / April 15
Lakers Versus Rockets: 2 Legends Meet Again On the Big Stage
The Los Angeles Lakers and LeBron James take on Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets in round one of the NBA Playoffs! Two legends clash for the fourth time in the postseason.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / April 15
Schedule for Lakers vs. Rockets first round playoff series 
For the second year running, the Lakers will enter the playoffs with home court advantage. Unfortunately, the odds of this series playing out better than the last remain low.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 15
Lakers’ JJ Redick refutes relying solely on LeBron James vs. Rockets in playoffs
The Los Angeles Lakers and the Houston Rockets will begin their best-of-seven first-round matchup in the playoffs on Saturday at Crypto.com Arena. The main question on everybody’s mind: Can LeBron James still carry a heavy load?
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?
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / April 15
Bronny James Faces Setback as Nike’s Bid to Trademark Lakers Star’s Logo Gets Denied
Nike’s promise in Bronny James has always been sky high. He first signed with them on an NIL deal before he began college at USC. That was in 2022, and now in 2026, the son of LeBron James already has his player-exclusive kicks.
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 / Total Pro Sports / April 15
How LeBron James Could Settle GOAT Debate With Statement Win Over Kevin Durant
Once gone, it’s not coming back, and we’re talking about LeBron James most evident case against Kevin Durant. The Los Angeles Lakers are locked in with the Houston Rockets for the first round of the NBA playoffs.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 14
Bronny James gets bad news in his attempt for a trademark
Bronny James’ recent attempt for a trademark ended up as an airball. The Los Angeles Lakers guard James had a trademark filing through Nike get rejected by the United States Patent and Trademark Office, Michael Rothstein of ESPN reported on Tuesday.
Austin Reaves News / Silver Screen & Roll / April 14
Lakers playoff opponents expecting Austin Reaves to return in first round vs. Rockets
The injuries to Lakers stars Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves brought a cloud of uncertainty. Neither player has a set timeline for their return and they have many more questions than answers about their status.
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 / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 14
Why Jake LaRavia is actually excited to guard Kevin Durant in the playoffs
The Los Angeles Lakers will not have it easy in the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs. Apart from the fact that they will be without two of their top players, Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, sidelined with injuries, the Lakers are also facing Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets in the opening round.
NBA News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 14
3 Reasons Lakers Can Actually Upset Rockets
After securing the No. 4 seed in the Western Conference, the Los Angeles Lakers will face Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets in the first round of the NBA playoffs.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / April 14
Lakers coach JJ Redick offers updates on Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves
The Lakers won’t have Luka Doncic or Austin Reaves anytime soon. Head coach JJ Redick made that clear Tuesday, saying neither guard is close to returning and that no formal update is expected before Game 1 of the team’s first-round series, per Dave McMenamin of ESPN.
Los 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.
LeBron James News / EssentiallySports / April 14
'They Don’t Like Me': LeBron James Wants Lakers-Celtics NBA Finals, Hints on Personal Playoffs Outlook
The Los Angeles Lakers have met the Boston Celtics 12 times in the NBA Finals. And LeBron James doesn’t mind a 13th matchup and a possible win to add to the history books.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Rumors / April 15
JJ Redick offers updates on Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves that Lakers fans won't want to hear
Neither Luka Doncic nor Austin Reaves is close to returning to action for the Lakers, according to head coach JJ Redick.
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.
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.
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