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On YouTubeLuka Doncic News / Larry Brown Sports / April 28
Lakers get worrisome news on Luka Doncic injury return timeline
The Los Angeles Lakers are up 3-1 in the first-round series against the Houston Rockets, and they have done that without Austin Reaves and Luka Doncic.
Jabari Smith News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 28
Jabari Smith’s Blunt Lakers Take Adds Fuel to High-Stakes Game 5 Clash
After losing the first three games of the first-round playoff series against the Los Angeles Lakers, the Houston Rockets kept their season alive by getting a win in Game 4, forcing a Game 5 back at Crypto.com Arena.
The 'Season triple-double leaders by team' quiz
How many of the players to record the most triple-doubles in one season since the NBA/ABA merger for each 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 / Lakers Nation / April 28
Deandre Ayton ‘Can’t Wait’ For Game 5 Against Rockets
The Los Angeles Lakers lost to the Houston Rockets in Game 4, though it wasn’t because of Deandre Ayton as he had his best game of the series. Ayton was the lone bright spot for the Lakers offensively as he led the team with a double-double of 19 points and 10 rebounds.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 28
Austin Reaves Feeling ‘Good’ Ahead Of Potential Return To Lakers Lineup
All indications are that Austin Reaves is likely to return to the Los Angeles Lakers’ lineup for Game 5 against the Houston Rockets. While JJ Redick said after practice on Tuesday that he will be a game-time decision, reports indicate the Lakers are optimistic he will be able to play.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / April 28
'Miserable' Austin Reaves shares major injury update amid Lakers playoff run
Help might finally be on the way for the Los Angeles Lakers — not that they've needed it so far.
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 / Lakers Nation / April 28
Phil Jackson Advocates For NBA Rule Change
Los Angeles Lakers legendary coach Phil Jackson has not been around the NBA in any official capacity since 2017, when he and the New York Knicks parted ways after three years of him as their top basketball decision-maker in the front office.
Austin Reaves News / Hoops Wire / April 28
Lakers’ Austin Reaves trending toward return for Game 5
The Los Angeles Lakers may be getting a key piece back at just the right time. There’s growing optimism that Austin Reaves could return for Game 5 against the Houston Rockets on Wednesday night after missing about four weeks with a Grade 2 oblique strain, per ESPN.
Kendrick Perkins News / AirJordanChronicles / April 28
Kendrick Perkins discusses the high stakes of the Lakers vs. the Rockets Game 5 matchup
According to Perkins, the stakes couldn’t be higher as the Los Angeles Lakers prepare to face the Houston Rockets in a crucial Game 5. The Lakers currently hold a 3-1 lead but face rising momentum from a confident Houston squad.
NBA News / Total Pro Sports / April 28
Lakers Receive Encouraging Update on Star Guard Before Crucial Game 5 vs. Rockets
The Los Angeles Lakers are one win away from ending their first-round battle with Houston, and now they might be getting perfect-timing help. Up 3-1 in the series, LA returns home for Game 5 with momentum, confidence, and a chance to close things out at Crypto.com Arena.
LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / April 28
LeBron James Becomes First Player To Reach Significant Playoff Milestone
Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James became the first player in NBA history to make 3,000 career playoff field goals. James accomplished the feat with his second basket of Game 4 against the Houston Rockets.
NBA News / Total Pro Sports / April 28
Rockets vs. Lakers – 2026 NBA Playoffs: Game Preview and Injury Updates (Apr 29)
Coming into the postseason, not a lot of critics wanted to give the Los Angeles Lakers a chance. Playing without the likes of Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, the purple and gold brigade were severely shorthanded.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 28
Optimism Austin Reaves Will Return In Game 5
The Los Angeles Lakers have been without both of their star guards Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves for the first four games of their series against the Houston Rockets, but reinforcements appear to be on the way.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 28
Marcus Smart Believes Lakers’ Fatigue In Game 4 Was More Mental Than Physical
The Los Angeles Lakers were unable to complete the sweep of the Houston Rockets in their first round playoff series, dropping Game 4 in blowout fashion.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Rumors / April 27
Marcus Smart, Luke Kennard Fined By NBA
The Lakers’ backcourt wracked up a pair of fines for their comments to the referees after Game 4, the league announced (via Twitter). Marcus Smart has
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / April 27
Lakers aim to fix turnover issue: ‘Majority are mental’
Turnovers have been a talking point for the Lakers throughout their first-round series vs. the Rockets, and it remains an issue even with L.A. holding a 3-1 lead.
LeBron James News / AirJordanChronicles / April 27
'It Started With Me': LeBron James Takes Accountability For Lakers’ Game 4 Loss
It wasn’t just a postgame soundbite, as LeBron James’ words after the Los Angeles Lakers’ playoff Game 4 silenced people. No drama, just clear responsibility from a player who built his legacy based on accountability.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / April 27
Should Lakers' Austin Reaves suit up for Game 5 vs. Rockets?
For Los Angeles Lakers fans, it looked too good to be true. With the team up 3-0 in their series against the Houston Rockets, an interesting detail popped up on the injury report for Game 4.
Los Angeles Lakers News / AirJordanChronicles / April 27
JJ Redick Addresses DeAndre Ayton’s Game 4 Ejection
JJ Redick addressed the controversial call that led to DeAndre Ayton’s ejection during Game 4’s loss against the Rockets. The play proved to be a turning point for the Lakers.
Los Angeles Lakers News / A to Z Sports / April 27
Dalton Knecht finally tossed a tiny bone by JJ Redick, and he made the most of it in Lakers’ loss
The former Tennessee standout finally made his playoff debut this season, and he did a little bit with the few minutes that his head coach finally gave him.
LeBron James News / Larry Brown Sports / April 27
LeBron James suffers an embarrassing low for the first time in his NBA career
LeBron James is an incredible ageless wonder, but he can’t always beat Father Time. The Los Angeles Lakers superstar forward lost one of those battles on Sunday.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / April 26
Lakers HC JJ Redick provides update on Luka Doncic's injury recovery
Somewhere along the line in the playoffs, things start to become slightly less rational. Minutes get longer, rotations get shorter and seemingly any injury is handled with more hopeful prognoses than it likely deserves.
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