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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / HITC / April 18
LeBron James claps back at Ron Harper for calling out his influence on Bronny James
LeBron James did not hold back when addressing comments from Ron Harper, turning a subtle jab into a full-blown response. The exchange stems from remarks Harper made earlier this year about parenting and influence, comments that many interpreted as a dig at how LeBron has handled Bronny James’ path to the NBA.
The 'Most NBA-debut points by NBA team' quiz
How many of the players to score the most points in their NBA debut for every franchise 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 / Yardbarker / April 18
Adam Silver may have revealed LeBron James' plans for next season
LeBron James will close his 23rd NBA season with an opportunity to keep stacking the bricks of an almost flawless résumé.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 18
Rui Hachimura Praises LeBron James For Being Vocal Leader For Lakers
In Year 23, LeBron James had to do more adjusting on and off the floor than he ever has. James missed the start of the regular season for the first time in his career due to a sciatic nerve injury, and later came back as the Los Angeles Lakers’ third option behind Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / April 18
Reviewing Lakers-Rockets Regular-Season Matchups Ahead Of First-Round Series
The middle of the Western Conference was in flux for much of the regular season as four teams were separated by just a couple of games. In the end, the Los Angeles Lakers wound up with the fourth seed and will take on the Houston Rockets in the first round of the NBA Playoffs.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 18
JJ Redick Reveals Lakers’ Mindset Until Luka Doncic & Austin Reaves Return
JJ Redick kicks off his second postseason as a head coach on Saturday against the Houston Rockets, but unfortunately the Los Angeles Lakers are going into this series without both 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.
Luka Doncic News / AirJordanChronicles / April 18
Luka Doncic Reacts After NBA and NBPA Grant Eligibility Under 65-Game Rule Exception
The NBA has agreed to consider Luka Doncic and Cade Cunningham eligible for the end-of-season awards. Both the Los Angeles Lakers and the Detroit Pistons stars filed their appeals after finishing the season with 64 games each. The NBPA (National Basketball Players Association) had appealed on behalf of both players.
Luka Doncic News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 18
Lakers Luka Doncic Back in LA After Injury Treatment Ahead of Playoffs
The Los Angeles Lakers have been waiting for this for two weeks. Luka Doncic, who has been rehabbing a Grade 2 left hamstring strain in Spain, made it back to Los Angeles on April 17, just before the team's playoff opener against the Houston Rockets.
Luka Doncic News / Fadeaway World / April 17
Luka Doncic Is Finally Back In Los Angeles One Day Before Rockets Series
Ever since tweaking his hamstring earlier this month, Lakers guard Luka Doncic has been receiving treatment overseas as part of his ongoing recovery. But now, according to the latest intel, the six-time All-Star is officially stateside, and right on time for this team’s opening game against the Rockets.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 17
Lakers’ playoff X-factor vs. Rockets with Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves injured
The Los Angeles Lakers face a daunting task in winning a series in the NBA playoffs without star guards Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. The Houston Rockets are the type of athletic, and long team that pose problems for the Lakers.
J.J. Redick News / EssentiallySports / April 17
Lakers Already Know What They’ll Do About JJ Redick’s Future, Per Insider
While the injury-riddled Los Angeles Lakers brace for a tough first-round showdown with the Houston Rockets, head coach JJ Redick isn’t coaching for his job- at least not according to those inside the building.
Dalton Knecht News / Athlon Sports / April 17
Lakers Make Dalton Knecht Gesture Before Game 1 Against Rockets
The No. 4 seed Los Angeles Lakers will face the No. 5 seed Houston Rockets on Saturday in Game 1 of their first-round playoff series. Los Angeles enters the matchup without its starting guards Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, leaving head coach JJ Redick with several rotation decisions.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / April 17
Lakers could bring LeBron James back under one condition
If James wants to stay in Southern California, he's going to have to make some concessions.
Bronny James News / Larry Brown Sports / April 16
Bronny James likely to have playoff role for Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers’ injury situation is serious enough that they might have to lean on Bronny James during their upcoming playoff series. Lakers coach JJ Redick said Wednesday that James will likely be part of the team’s gameplan for their Western Conference quarterfinal series against the Houston Rockets.
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