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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 21
Luka Doncic Was Caught Trolling Rui Hachimura From the Sideline During Lakers Game 1
The Los Angeles Lakers beat the Houston Rockets 107-98 in Game 1, but one of the best moments from the night had nothing to do with the scoreboard. Rui Hachimura was positioned in the corner on the offensive end, ready for a pass, when Luka Doncic snuck up and started hitting him from behind.
LeBron James News / Total Pro Sports / April 21
LeBron James Injury Update: Will Lakers Star Play Tonight vs. Rockets?
LeBron James faced significant criticism for his alleged lack of form. However, once he reached his prime, the Akron-born silenced his critics with some stellar performances.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 21
Lakers Hire Ryan Kantor As Vice President Of Global Operations
The Los Angeles Lakers announced they have hired Ryan Kantor to become their new Vice President of Global Partnerships. In the newly created role, Kantor will lead and oversee sponsorship revenue generation, sale strategy and new business opportunities both domestically and internationally.
The 'Playoff debut scoring-record by team' quiz
How many of the players with the most points in their NBA debut 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 / Silver Screen & Roll / April 21
Deandre Ayton says JJ Redick’s trust in him gave him confidence vs. Rockets 
The injuries to Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves mean the asks of the Lakers’ role players have increased, both in terms of responsibilities and expected production.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / April 21
Lakers still without Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves; expect bigger test in Game 2
The Lakers will again be without their starting backcourt for Game 2. Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves are both out Tuesday against the Rockets, as noted by The Athletic’s Dan Woike.
LeBron James News / AirJordanChronicles / April 21
Nick Wright outlines why LeBron James still leads in postseason play
After the 107-98 win over the Houston Rockets in Game 1, the conversation around LeBron James shifted from doubt to definition. Fox Sports analyst Nick Wright framed what he saw from the 41-year-old in terms that went beyond longevity.
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.
J.J. Redick News / Fadeaway World / April 21
JJ Redick Calls Rockets 'Desperate'; Reveals Counter Expectations From Lakers
JJ Redick spoke to the media ahead of Game 2 of the Lakers’ first-round series against the Rockets. In his initial remarks regarding Game 1, he analyzed the Rockets’ situation with a bit more candor on how he expects them to play after facing a setback of a loss.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / April 20
Rui Hachimura’s Message After Luka Doncic Update
The Los Angeles Lakers are getting ready to face the Houston Rockets in Game 2 of their first-round series in the NBA Playoffs on Tuesday, April 21. They picked up a 107-98 Game 1 win despite being without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / April 20
Lakers Coach JJ Redick Addresses Luka Doncic Development Before Game 2
Luka Doncic sat out the Los Angeles Lakers’ Game 1 win over the Houston Rockets on Saturday. The 27-year-old is still recovering from a hamstring injury that sidelined him for the tail end of the regular season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / April 20
Lakers' Jaxson Hayes Eligible to Play With Luka Doncic on Slovenian National Team
Jaxson Hayes and Luka Doncic could be the new duo on the international stage after the Los Angeles Lakers center shared some good news. Hayes wants to play in international tournaments with a national team.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 20
Kevin Durant Questionable; Luka Doncic & Austin Reaves Out For Game 2
The Los Angeles Lakers announced that star guards Luka Doncic (left hamstring strain) and Austin Reaves (left oblique muscle strain) remain out for Game 2 of their first round playoff series against the Houston Rockets.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 20
Alperen Sengun reacts to viral LeBron James video from Game 1 vs. Lakers
The Houston Rockets are hopeful for a bounce-back Game 2 performance after a very disappointing Game 1 against LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 20
Bill Simmons trolling Lakers fans’ false hope for playoff run
As LeBron James led the Los Angeles Lakers to a Game 1 win over the Houston Rockets in the first round of the NBA Playoffs, there could be some more excitement from the fanbase on the team’s chances.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 20
Lakers’ Jaxson Hayes has had Luke Kennard stock for over a decade
The Los Angeles Lakers needed other players to step up down the stretch before the NBA Playoffs. King James can still take over games, but those moments are getting fewer and farther between, which gives other players a chance to step up.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 20
Lakers To Pick 25th In 2026 NBA Draft
The NBA announced that the Los Angeles Lakers will have the 25th pick in the first round of the 2026 NBA Draft. The Lakers finished the regular season with a 52-29 record, which was tied with the New York Knicks.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / April 20
JJ Redick’s Message to Luke Kennard Could Change Everything for Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers are trying to stay afloat in the NBA playoffs despite playing with a short-handed roster. Both the Lakers and Houston Rockets were missing stars in Game 1 of their series, however.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 20
Maverick Carter shares LeBron James’ post-retirement plans
LeBron James appears to have already done a lot of thinking about what his post-playing career is going to look like. Maverick Carter, James’ longtime business partner, appeared at the Semafor World Economy recently and opened up about what the two have planned once James retires.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 20
Deandre Ayton Describes Luke Kennard’s Game 1 Performance In 1 Word
The Los Angeles Lakers are gonna need some big performances to take down the Houston Rockets in the first round of the NBA Playoffs and they got that in a big way in Game 1.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / April 20
Jeanie Buss may have hinted at LeBron James' retirement
For months, NBA fans and analysts have speculated whether this is the end of the line for James and the Los Angeles Lakers.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 19
Unlikely hero Luke Kennard leads Lakers to Game 1 win over Rockets
With Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves both out of action and unlikely to return in the series, the Los Angeles Lakers were led by an unlikely hero on Saturday night.
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