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NBA News / Lakers Nation / April 26
Lakers Achieved Rare NBA Playoffs History With Game 3 Comeback Vs. Rockets
The Los Angeles Lakers, historically speaking, should not have won Game 3 against the Houston Rockets. They trailed 101-95 with Houston holding possession of the ball with 34.4 seconds remaining in the fourth quarter.
Marcus Smart News / Lakers Nation / April 26
Marcus Smart Implores Lakers To ‘Be Like A Lion’ In Game 4 Against Rockets
Arguably one of the most impactful moves in the entire NBA last summer was Marcus Smart signing with the Los Angeles Lakers. What he has given them so far in the playoffs is exactly what L.A.
The 'Active 40-point playoff games' quiz
How many of the active NBA players to score 40+ points in an postseason game can you name in five minutes?
LeBron James News / Athlon Sports / April 25
NBA Announces Mistake Involving LeBron James in Lakers Win
The Los Angeles Lakers took down the Houston Rockets in Game 3 of their NBA playoff series on Friday night. LeBron James stepped up big time with 29 points, 13 rebounds, six assists, three steals and one block to lead the Purple and Gold to a 112-108 overtime victory.
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 25
Lakers Injury Report: Austin Reaves, Kevin Durant Questionable For Game 4
The Los Angeles Lakers and Houston Rockets have released their preliminary injury reports for Game 4 on Sunday at 6:30 p.m. PT in Houston. Austin Reaves (Grade 2 left oblique strain) and Kevin Durant (left ankle sprain) are both listed as questionable to play.
NBA News / Field Level Media / April 25
Lakers' vets paving way for series sweep over Rockets
The two elder statesmen of the Los Angeles Lakers, LeBron James and Marcus Smart, had shouldered the load of a dramatic fourth-quarter comeback against the Houston Rockets in Game 3 of that first-round series, performing with the ideal blend of poise and desperation.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Pro Sports / April 25
Lakers HC JJ Redick Provides Key Update on Austin Reaves Ahead of Game 4
The Los Angeles Lakers are gearing up for a thrilling Game 4 in their first-round playoff series against the Houston Rockets, set to tip off at 10:00 PM EDT on April 25 at the Toyota Center.
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 / Total Pro Sports / April 25
Rich Paul Explains Why Lakers Should Feel 'Delighted' to Have Had LeBron James
LeBron James is making waves and shifting perceptions with his incredible performance for the Los Angeles Lakers in the first round of the playoffs against the Houston Rockets.
LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / April 25
LeBron James Discusses How He Is Able To Conserve Energy For Crunch Time
The Los Angeles Lakers now hold a commanding 3-0 series lead over the Houston Rockets after a masterful late-game showing from LeBron James and Marcus Smart.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 25
What Lakers’ JJ Redick told LeBron James after LA selected Bronny in NBA Draft
The Los Angeles Lakers find themselves on the verge of sweeping the Houston Rockets after their 112-108 victory in Game 3. LeBron James not only showed that he is still more than capable of leading a winning team in the postseason, but also shared memorable minutes with his son, Bronny James.
Rui Hachimura News / Silver Screen & Roll / April 25
Rui Hachimura was maybe a little too honest after latest Lakers win 
To call Friday’s Game 3 win for the Lakers over the Rockets improbable would be quite the understatement. Down six without the ball and just 30 seconds left, LA somehow forced overtime before coming away with a win that puts them firmly in the driver’s seat in the series.
Bronny James News / The Spun / April 25
Fox Sports Host Has Major Issue With Bronny James Media Coverage
The Los Angeles Lakers are out to a 3-0 start to their series against the Houston Rockets and can close the series out with time to rest as early as tomorrow.
Marcus Smart News / Lakers Nation / April 25
Marcus Smart Continues To Make Lakers Postseason History
When the Los Angeles Lakers signed Marcus Smart this summer, there was risk involved given his injury history, age and not playing for a contender in a few years.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 25
JJ Redick Fires Up the Lakers Locker Room After Game 3 OT Victory
Houston had the Los Angeles Lakers right where they wanted them. Up six with under 30 seconds left, the Rockets were seconds away from cutting the series deficit to 2-1.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 25
LeBron James' big moments lifting Lakers to commanding series lead vs. Rockets
A series many thought would go one way due to key injuries has gone the completely other direction. With their come-from-behind Game 3 win on Friday night, it's the Los Angeles Lakers who have a commanding 3-0 series lead over the Houston Rockets.
Alperen Sengun News / Larry Brown Sports / April 24
Rockets could make shocking move if they lose in first round to the Lakers
The Houston Rockets are currently down 0-3 to the Los Angeles Lakers, and a lot may be riding on what happens from here.
Luke Kennard News / Yardbarker / April 23
How Lakers' Luke Kennard is flipping the script in Los Angeles
Now, a trade-deadline acquisition who was widely viewed as underwhelming doesn't look so shabby anymore.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 23
What factors will decide the Lakers-Rockets playoff series?
When the Los Angeles Lakers' two leading scorers, Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, went down against the Oklahoma City Thunder on April 2, many speculated their playoff hopes were diminished and that a short series was inevitable. Instead, they're up 2-0 on the Rockets. What will determine how the rest of the series plays out?
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