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NBA Playoffs: Biggest Matchups to Watch in Rockets vs. Lakers

NBA Playoffs: Biggest Matchups to Watch in Rockets vs. Lakers

Back in March, the Los Angeles Lakers rattled off two straight wins in Houston against the Rockets, and at the time, both teams' fate looked to be decided.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 14
NBA Playoffs: JJ Redick Reveals Key to Lakers vs. Rockets

NBA Playoffs: JJ Redick Reveals Key to Lakers vs. Rockets

As heavily favored as the Houston Rockets are against an injury-riddled Los Angeles Lakers squad heading into the first round of the NBA playoffs, nothing is guaranteed.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 14
Rockets' Clint Capela Likes Upside of Hawks' Jonathan Kuminga

Rockets' Clint Capela Likes Upside of Hawks' Jonathan Kuminga

Houston Rockets center Clint Capela knows what it's like to be a young, unheralded prospect, while trying to make it in the NBA. Proving your worth isn't always easy.

Tari Eason News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 14
Underrated Matchups That Could Define The Rockets' First Round Matchup

Underrated Matchups That Could Define The Rockets' First Round Matchup

The Houston Rockets are preparing to take on the historic Los Angeles Lakers in the first round of the postseason. After a season filled with ups and downs, the Rockets are moving into the playoffs playing some of their best basketball of the season.

Charlotte Hornets News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'Three-point leaders by NBA season' quiz

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?

The 'Most 200-three-pointer NBA seasons' quiz
The 'Most 6-three-pointer NBA games' quiz
The 'Most 3's in a NBA playoff game' quiz
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 14
Breaking Down the Houston Rockets Path to the 2026 NBA Finals

Breaking Down the Houston Rockets Path to the 2026 NBA Finals

Last season, the Houston Rockets finished with 52 wins and captured the No. 2 seed in a loaded Western Conference. This year, they had the same record, but the NBA got a lot more top-heavy.

NBA News / Yardbarker
The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history

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 / Houston Rockets on SI / April 14
There Is One Area the Houston Rockets Should Dominate in Their Series With the Lakers

There Is One Area the Houston Rockets Should Dominate in Their Series With the Lakers

The Houston Rockets will face the Los Angeles Lakers, beginning this Saturday in Los Angeles. After their loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Rockets knew they would start the playoffs on the road.

LeBron James News / HITC / April 14
LeBron James’ series vs Houston Rockets could settle GOAT debate, says NBA analyst

LeBron James’ series vs Houston Rockets could settle GOAT debate, says NBA analyst

The debate over the greatest basketball player of all time continues to divide opinion between LeBron James and Michael Jordan. Jordan’s six NBA titles and dominant peak remain central to his case, while LeBron’s longevity, all-around production and sustained excellence across multiple teams strengthen his argument.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 14
Rockets' Rafael Stone has 'Regret' About Expectations Comment

Rockets' Rafael Stone has 'Regret' About Expectations Comment

The Houston Rockets’ 2025-26 regular season campaign ended in similar fashion as their 2024-25 one – with 52 wins and 30 losses. That finish was viewed as a success and indication that the Rockets were on the rise, due in large part, to their stockpile of young prospects.

Tari Eason News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 14
3 Reasons the Rockets can Beat the Lakers

3 Reasons the Rockets can Beat the Lakers

The Rockets are officially locked into a first-round series with the Lakers, which tips off on Saturday, April 18. It’s been a rollercoaster season for Houston, but they’re now primed for a postseason run with a beatable LA team standing in the way.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 14
Kendrick Perkins is done with GOAT convo if LeBron’s Lakers beats Kevin Durant, Rockets

Kendrick Perkins is done with GOAT convo if LeBron’s Lakers beats Kevin Durant, Rockets

As the Los Angeles Lakers gear up for a high-stakes 2026 NBA playoff opener, one poundit has shifted the spotlight from X’s and O’s to legacy-defining stakes.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 14
Where do the Rockets Rank in the NBA's West Playoff Power Rankings?

Where do the Rockets Rank in the NBA's West Playoff Power Rankings?

After an extremely entertaining regular season, the NBA postseason is finally here. Sunday's final full slate of games sealed the playoff seeding, with the Play-In Tournament starting Tuesday.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker
The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career

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 / Houston Rockets on SI / April 14
Are The Rockets Better Suited Now to Handle the Lakers Defense?

Are The Rockets Better Suited Now to Handle the Lakers Defense?

The NBA Playoffs have now arrived for the Houston Rockets, who will take on the Los Angeles Lakers in a first-round series. The Rockets are the five seed

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 14
Two Storylines to Watch in the Rockets' First-Round Playoff Series vs. Lakers

Two Storylines to Watch in the Rockets' First-Round Playoff Series vs. Lakers

The Houston Rockets' playoff opponent was made official on the final day of the regular season after the Denver Nuggets took down the San Antonio Spurs.

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The 'Three-point leaders by NBA season' quiz
 The 'Three-point leaders by NBA season' quiz
The 'Five 3's off the bench games' quiz
 The 'Five 3's off the bench games' quiz
The 'Masters runners-up since 2000' quiz
 The 'Masters runners-up since 2000' quiz
The 'NBA top-seed top-scorers' quiz
 The 'NBA top-seed top-scorers' quiz
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 14
Despite Rockets' Identical Record, Kevin Durant Trade is Justified

Despite Rockets' Identical Record, Kevin Durant Trade is Justified

The Houston Rockets' 2025-26 season is officially in the books. Well, regular season, that is. Houston finished with an identical 52-30 record as last season's surprising team, although this time it got them the fifth seed in the Western Conference.

Clint Capela News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 13
Clint Capela Reaches Personal Milestone in Rockets' Rout over Grizzlies

Clint Capela Reaches Personal Milestone in Rockets' Rout over Grizzlies

Clint Capela’s signing last offseason was one that drew question marks, as the Houston Rockets already boasted depth at the center position. This was a team that had already established an identity of playing bully ball.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 13
Rockets vs. Lakers Tactical Breakdown: Three ways Houston can Beat LA

Rockets vs. Lakers Tactical Breakdown: Three ways Houston can Beat LA

The Rockets are officially set to take on the Lakers in their firs-round series, hoping to grab their first series win since 2020. It's been a rollercoaster season for Houston, which would all be made better by ousting LA from the postseason.

Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / April 13

Rockets finish fifth in Western Conference as 2026 NBA Playoffs bracket locks into place

Everyone loves a best-case scenario.  Well, folks, Houston Rockets fans (finally) have one. Why finally?  It’s been a challenging 2025-26 season.  Fred VanVleet was down from the onset.

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 13
Four NBA coaches with their jobs on the line in the playoffs

Four NBA coaches with their jobs on the line in the playoffs

Twenty teams survived the NBA regular season to reach the playoffs or play-in tournaments. That doesn't mean their coaches have job security.

Doc Rivers shares emotional statement after leaving the Bucks
Lakers get crucial Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves injury updates ahead of playoffs
Magic close regular season with a thud against Celtics backups
Pistons end regular season on historic note with win over Pacers
The 'NBA players to record 40+ point games' quiz 
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 14
At 37, Rockets superstar Kevin Durant still belongs on All-NBA first team

At 37, Rockets superstar Kevin Durant still belongs on All-NBA first team

At 37, Kevin Durant continues to defy time. In his first season with the Houston Rockets, the veteran forward delivered another elite campaign, proving he remains one of the most unstoppable scorers in NBA history.

Magic close regular season with a thud against Celtics backups
Four NBA coaches with their jobs on the line in the playoffs
Lakers get crucial Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves injury updates ahead of playoffs
The 'Triple-Double & 5 steal NBA games' quiz
Clint Capela News / Larry Brown Sports / April 13
Clint Capela had a great story about a career first against the Grizzlies

Clint Capela had a great story about a career first against the Grizzlies

Clint Capela has been in the NBA since 2014, but it wasn’t until Sunday that he finally made a shot from behind the arc. With the Rockets resting Kevin

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 12
Kendrick Perkins hits Rockets’ Kevin Durant with LeBron James warning

Kendrick Perkins hits Rockets’ Kevin Durant with LeBron James warning

Kevin Durant and LeBron James are gearing up for another showdown in the playoffs as the Houston Rockets and the Los Angeles Lakers will duke it out next week.

Houston Rockets News / Field Level Media / April 12
Rockets rest starters, rout short-handed Grizzlies

Rockets rest starters, rout short-handed Grizzlies

Clint Capela produced a double-double in his third start of the season while Tari Eason and Reed Sheppard combined for 39 points as the host Houston Rockets closed the regular season with a 132-101 victory over the short-handed Memphis Grizzlies on Sunday.

Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / April 12
The Houston Rockets’ 2025-26 End Of Season Awards Chances

The Houston Rockets’ 2025-26 End Of Season Awards Chances

The 2025-26 regular season is almost at an end. The recent model for revealing end-of-season awards, however, has been a steady drip-feed during the playoffs.

Amen Thompson News / Last Word On Sports / April 12
The Problem With Amen Thompson’s New Career High

The Problem With Amen Thompson’s New Career High

The Houston Rockets will play their final game of the 2025-26 season on Sunday night. Unfortunately, it will be against the tanking Memphis Grizzlies and won’t make any playoff difference to either team.

JD Davison News / Hoops Rumors / April 7
Rockets Promoting JD Davison To Standard Roster

Rockets Promoting JD Davison To Standard Roster

The Rockets have agreed to a two-year contract with guard JD Davison and will promote him to their standard 15-man roster, agent Corey Marcum tells ESPN’s Shams Charania (Twitter link).

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