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On YouTubeLuka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / May 6
Luka Doncic Has Begun Running But Still Not Cleared For Full Contact
The Los Angeles Lakers have unfortunately been without superstar Luka Doncic this postseason after he suffered a left hamstring strain at the end of the regular season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / May 6
Lakers’ Jarred Vanderbilt day-to-day after finger injury in Game 1
The Lakers may have avoided the worst. Jarred Vanderbilt is day-to-day. Coach JJ Redick said Wednesday that Vanderbilt suffered a dislocation of his right pinky finger during the Game 1 loss to the Thunder.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Field Level Media / May 6
Lakers G Luka Doncic frustrated and unsure of return
Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic broke his silence Wednesday about the hamstring strain that has kept him sidelined since early April. He told reporters at the team hotel in Oklahoma City he doesn't know when he can rejoin the Lakers, who lost 108-90 in Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals against the Thunder on Tuesday night.
The 'NBA Defensive Players of the Year' quiz
The NBA began awarding the Defensive Player of the Year following the 1982-83 season. Since then, the award has been given out 42 times. How many of the 42 can you name in five minutes?
Stephen A Smith News / Hoops Wire / May 6
Stephen A. Smith: LeBron should return to Cavs if he actually wants to win
If LeBron James wants another ring, Stephen A. Smith has a pretty clear idea of where it should happen. Namely, back with the Cavs. Smith said on ESPN that the current Lakers don’t look like a legitimate championship threat, especially with Luka Doncic sidelined by a hamstring injury and the defending champion Thunder, ya know, in the way.
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.
Luka Doncic News / Yardbarker / May 6
Lakers' Luka Doncic reveals timeline for injury recovery
The Los Angeles Lakers and Oklahoma City Thunder played on Tuesday in Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals. Without star guard Luka Doncic, the Lakers just couldn't overcome the Thunder, falling 108-90.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / May 6
LeBron James Defends Austin Reaves After Rough Game 1 Vs. Thunder
Despite being massive underdogs, the Los Angeles Lakers remained competitive for much of the night with the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 1 of their second-round playoff series.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / May 6
Lakers’ Luka Doncic says he’s pushing to return, but still no timeline
Luka Doncic wants to be back. He just doesn’t know when. The Lakers star said Wednesday he’s working toward a return from his Grade 2 left hamstring strain, but isn’t ready to put a date on it, per Khobi Price of The California Post.
Los Angeles Lakers News / AirJordanChronicles / May 6
JR Smith Says LeBron James Just Ended the GOAT Debate
JR Smith recently opined that the coveted GOAT debate should no longer exist. And he is on LeBron James’ side on that debate, along with his own reasons to view ‘King James’ as the GOAT.
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 / Hoops Rumors / May 6
Luka Doncic’s Return From Strained Hamstring Remains Uncertain
Luka Doncic provided an update Wednesday on his Grade 2 left hamstring strain, telling reporters that he wants to return at some point during the playoffs but still doesn’t have a definitive timeline, writes Khobi Price of The California Post.
Marcus Smart News / Lakers Nation / May 6
Marcus Smart Remains Confident Despite Lakers’ Game 1 Loss To Thunder
The Los Angeles Lakers are massive underdogs in their second-round playoff series against the defending NBA Champion Oklahoma City Thunder, and that played out in Game 1 of the series in an 18-point loss.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / May 6
Luka Dončić speaks for first time since injury, says original timeline was 8 weeks 
Luka Dončić spoke to the media for the first time since suffering his hamstring strain in early April on Wednesday following the Lakers’ practice. The news was mixed, but the biggest takeaway is that he is far from a return.
How Shai Gilgeous-Alexander figured out the Lakers defense in Game 1
No team won more games than the Thunder this season. A well-oiled machine with back-to-back 60-win regular seasons flexed its basketball muscle Tuesday night.
NBA News / Total Pro Sports / May 6
Lakers vs. Thunder – 2026 NBA Playoffs: Game Preview, Odds, and Injury Updates (May 7)
Get ready for an intense matchup as the Los Angeles Lakers take on the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 2 of their conference semifinals. The Lakers vs. Thunder Game 2 will tip off at May 7th at 9:30 PM EDT.
NBA News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / May 6
Los Angeles Lakers at Oklahoma City Thunder Preview, Prediction & Odds | May 7, 2026
Thunder are heavy favorites at home in Game 2; expect OKC’s defense and interior size to again overwhelm the Lakers unless Los Angeles finds a way to limit turnovers and get efficient shooting from LeBron.
Luka Doncic News / Yardbarker / May 6
Thunder emerging as stronger favorites against Lakers, as Luka Doncic's status remains uncertain
Doncic hasn't played since April 2 because of a Grade 2 left hamstring strain.
Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / May 6
Luka Doncic’s MRI Results Don’t Line Up Well With Lakers’ Playoff Hopes
Going into the postseason the hope was that the Los Angeles Lakers would be able to extend their run long enough so Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves could return from their respective injuries.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / May 6
Nick Wright urges JJ Redick to give ‘the single worst’ LA Lakers player’s minutes to Bronny James
Nick Wright has sparked a fresh debate around the Los Angeles Lakers’ rotation, and this time, Bronny James is right at the center of it. The Lakers’ Game 1 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder exposed multiple issues, especially with depth and consistency off the bench.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / May 6
The Lakers all agreed they made too many gameplan mistakes in Game 1 vs. Thunder
Against a team as good as the Thunder, there is no margin for error. LeBron James discussed the attention to detail required for LA to have success against OKC before the series even began.
Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / May 6
Austin Reaves Knows He Needs To ‘Play Better’ For Lakers
Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals started on a promising note for the Los Angeles Lakers, but the Oklahoma City Thunder eventually pulled away to secure a 108-90 win.
Bronny James News / Athlon Sports / May 6
Calls Mount for Lakers to Make Bronny James Move for Game 2
Bronny James made his seventh playoff appearance of the season on Tuesday night. He checked in during the fourth quarter of the Los Angeles Lakers’ Game
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / May 6
LeBron James makes strong Luka Doncic remark after Game 1 loss
The Los Angeles Lakers and Oklahoma City Thunder played on Tuesday in Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals, but it didn't end the way LeBron James had hoped.
Austin Reaves News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 6
Lakers’ Austin Reaves refuses to sugarcoat his forgettable Game 1 performance
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves has always exuded a joyful aura. He has an easy smile and likes to joke around with his teammates, especially Luka Doncic.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / May 5
Lakers’ Jarred Vanderbilt suffers gruesome finger injury in Game 1 vs. Thunder
Jarred Vanderbilt had quite a painful moment during Tuesday’s series opener. The Los Angeles Lakers met the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday for Game 1 of their second-round playoff series.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / May 6
LeBron James gets emotional about playing with son Bronny
For James, the NBA isn't just about professional basketball. It's also about family.
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