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Game 6 Win Over Rockets To Clinch Series

The Los Angeles Lakers held a commanding 3-0 series lead against the Houston Rockets, but then proceeded to drop Games 4 and 5. After failing to close things out at Crypto.com Arena, pressure began to seep into L.A.’s mind as Houston seemingly stole all momentum.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / May 2

JJ Redick’s Challenge to Deandre Ayton Becomes Public After Lakers Win

The Lakers finally overcame the Rockets and claimed the series on Friday. But the win wasn’t easy, as players faced several obstacles. However, to overcome one such challenge, JJ Redick issued a task to his player, Deandre Ayton.

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How many of the players who scored the most points in a playoff game for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / May 2

Kendrick Perkins Walks Back 'Senior Citizen' LeBron James Comment After Lakers Quash Rockets

Kendrick Perkins had some strong words for LeBron James on Friday and by the end of the night, he had to take them back. Earlier in the day on First Take, Perkins called James a "41-year-old senior citizen" trying to carry a struggling Los Angeles Lakers team.

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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 / AirJordanChronicles / May 2

Jeanie Buss Details How the Lakers Kept the Luka Doncic Trade Private

In what many would still rank as the biggest trade in ‌NBA history, the Luka Doncic trade changed the fate of the Los Angeles Lakers for at least a decade.

NBA News / AirJordanChronicles / May 2

Nick Wright Criticizes Shifting Narratives Around Lakers-Rockets Series

The six-game series between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Houston Rockets in the first round of the NBA Playoffs prompted sportscaster Nick Wright to highlight differing views of LeBron James.

Luka Doncic News / Total Pro Sports / May 2

Luka Doncic’s Return Timeline Takes Concerning Turn With Latest Update

Luka Doncic is having a good time with his teammates sitting on the bench, but that’s not where the Los Angeles Lakers fans want him. While they are keeping a close eye on his return, the latest update suggests the wait may be longer than expected.

Los Angeles Lakers News / AirJordanChronicles / May 2

LeBron James Expresses Confidence in Beating 'Father Time' After Game 6 Performance

41-year-old LeBron James led the shorthanded Los Angeles Lakers to a first-round series victory against the Houston Rockets. The oldest player in the league is still playing at an unprecedented level, and it seems like he is just toying with ‘Father Time’. James led ‌the Lakers to a 98-78 win in the closeout Game 6 on Friday.

LeBron James News / Hoops Wire / May 2

LeBron James, Lakers defense shut down and bounce Rockets

The Lakers did not light it up. They did not need to. They shut it down instead. The Lakers smothered the Rockets 98-78 in Game 6, closing out the first-round series behind a defense that never really let Houston breathe.

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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 / Lakers Nation / May 2

Lakers Vs. Thunder Series Schedule And Dates For Playoff Games

The Los Angeles Lakers have fought their way to the second round of the NBA playoffs by blowing out the Houston Rockets in Game 6. L.A. took a commanding 3-0 series lead against Houston, but allowed them to make things interesting by winning two straight.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / May 2

JJ Redick Names Player Who’s Had ‘Greatest Career’ in NBA History

LeBron James carried the Los Angeles Lakers past the Houston Rockets in the first-round of the 2026 NBA playoffs. On Friday, James' 28-point game gave the Lakers enough in Game 6 to lead them to the Western Conference semifinals against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

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NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / May 2

3 takeaways from Lakers’ series clinching Game 6 win vs. Rockets

There will be no Game 7. After dropping consecutive closeout games that simultaneously put the series in jeopardy and gave the Rockets real momentum, the Lakers took care of business in Game 6, dominating the Rockets and leaving no doubt on who the better team was with a 98-78 victory.

NBA News / Field Level Media / May 2

NBA roundup: Lakers end Rockets' comeback dreams, win series in 6

LeBron James scored 18 of his 28 points in a runaway first half for the visiting Los Angeles Lakers, who cruised to a 98-78 victory over the Houston Rockets on Friday and claimed their Western Conference first-round playoff series in six games.

NBA News / Yardbarker / May 2

Rockets' regular-season strategy falls apart again in playoffs

After an embarrassing home blowout ended their playoff dreams, the Rockets' once-bright future is looking very cloudy.

Lakers romp past Rockets, seal series in 6, set date with Thunder

Latest update on Luka Doncic doesn't sound good for Lakers

Raptors stay alive on RJ Barrett's physics-defying game-winning three

Pistons force Game 7 with historic comeback against Magic

Magic had the worst playoff half in NBA history in Game 6 loss

What Magic can learn from their collapse in Game 6 vs. Pistons

The 'Most points in an NBA Cup game' quiz

Luka Doncic News / Larry Brown Sports / May 2

Latest update on Luka Doncic doesn't sound good for Lakers

Luka Doncic does not appear to be anywhere close to returning for the Los Angeles Lakers this postseason.

Did Draymond Green predict LeBron James' retirement out of self-interest?

The 'Active 30-point triple-doubles' quiz

Austin Reaves News / Athlon Sports / May 1

Lakers Share Austin Reaves Update Ahead of Game 6

The Los Angeles Lakers are looking to finish the job and advance to the Western Conference semifinals and face the Oklahoma City Thunder. However, they still have to take care of the Houston Rockets and eliminate them in Game 6 on Friday.

Rich Paul News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 1

Rich Paul Shares Blunt Take on LeBron's Legacy as Lakers Risk Historic Playoff Collapse

The Los Angeles Lakers are getting dangerously close to being on the wrong side of NBA history, with LeBron James and company losing their grip on their first-round playoff series with the Houston Rockets.

Marcus Smart News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 1

Lakers’ Marcus Smart Gets Real About What Must Change Before Game 6

After winning the first three games of their first-round playoff series against the Houston Rockets, the Los Angeles Lakers have now lost two straight, letting Alperen Sengun and company climb back into it with the chance to make NBA history if they can win the next two games.

LeBron James News / Yardbarker / May 1

Kendrick Perkins calls out LeBron James in playoff prediction

Kendrick Perkins calls out Lakers' LeBron James in suprising playoff prediction

LeBron James is the self-proclaimed king, but can he help the Los Angeles Lakers pull off a Game 6 win in their playoff series against the Houston Rockets?

Lakers are playing with fire as they head into Game 6 vs. Rockets

Did Draymond Green predict LeBron James' retirement out of self-interest?

Skip Bayless calls LeBron James' GOAT case 'laughable'

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