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Stephen A. Smith Calls Out LeBron James Over GOAT Debate Comments in Fiery Rant

We all thought for a second that Stephen A. Smith had turned a new leaf with his tirades against LeBron James, but in reality, he’s far from being done. When talking about the ‘greatest of all time’ in basketball, there’s no clear winner.

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Austin Reaves Cleared To Play In Game 5

The Lakers will have Austin Reaves back in the lineup tonight as they try to close out their first-round series against Houston, reports ESPN’s Shams Charania (Twitter link).

Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / April 29

Austin Reaves Available For Game 5 Vs. Rockets

The Los Angeles Lakers announced that guard Austin Reaves (left oblique muscle strain) has been upgraded to available for Game 5 against the Houston Rockets.

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The 'Most 3's in a playoff game by team' quiz

How many of the players to make the most three-pointers in a single playoff game for each NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active NBA players with a 200-three-pointer season' quiz

The '30-point, 0-assist playoff games' quiz

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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.

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 29

Skip Bayless calls LeBron James' GOAT case 'laughable'

In an interview with ESPN's Dave McMenamin, Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James was asked the age-old GOAT debate question. While James was very respectful about Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan, he did not hide that he feels he is a “one of one.”

LeBron James finally opens up on Michael Jordan, GOAT debate

Draymond Green drops a hint about LeBron James retirement

Two Lakers players get fined for criticizing the referees

The 'Most NBA games played' quiz

NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 29

Final Injury Report for Rockets-Lakers Game 5: Will Austin Reaves, Kevin Durant Play?

The Los Angles Lakers are at home on Wednesday night as they host the Houston Rockets in Game 5 of their first-round playoff series. Los Angeles enters Wednesday’s game with a 3-1 series lead after losing on the road to Houston on Sunday night in Game 4.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 29

Why Jeanie Buss dropped ‘hammer’ on her brother over Lakers tanking strategy

While the Los Angeles Lakers are currently a game away from advancing to the Western Conference Semi-Finals, there was a time when the team was down in the doldrums of a multi-year tank, with no guarantee the team would come away with the sort of superstar the Buss Family built their reputation around.

Luke Kennard News / Lakers Nation / April 29

Luke Kennard Doing ‘Whatever It Takes’ To Help Lakers Win

The Los Angeles Lakers have an unexpected 3-1 series lead over the Houston Rockets, despite missing both Luka Doncic (Grade 2 left hamstring strain) and Austin Reaves (Grade 2 left oblique strain) in every game.

NBA News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 29

3 Keys for Lakers to Close Out Series vs. Rockets in Game 5

The Los Angeles Lakers will head into Game 5 against the Houston Rockets on Wednesday with an opportunity to end the first-round playoff series, with the storied franchise sporting a 3-1 lead over Alperen Sengun and company.

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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.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / April 29

LeBron James Wishes His First Highlight Assist to Bronny Looked Different

LeBron James and Bronny James have already made NBA history together. But LeBron will tell you one of those moments could have looked a little better.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 29

Lakers’ Jeanie Buss reveals Jerry Buss’ genius move that’s ‘illegal in most countries because of murder’

Los Angeles Lakers governor Jeanie Buss detailed a unique estate decision by her father, Jerry Buss, that shaped the franchise’s long-term ownership structure,

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The 'Most 3's in a playoff game by team' quiz

The 'Season triple-double leaders by team' quiz

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The 'No.2-overall NFL Draft picks' quiz

LeBron James News / Hoops Wire / April 29

LeBron James calls GOAT debate ‘tiring,’ reflects on Michael Jordan

LeBron James isn’t running from the conversation. He’s just tired of it. Speaking with ESPN’s Dave McMenamin, James addressed the long-running debate between himself and Michael Jordan and didn’t sugarcoat how he feels about it.

Luka Doncic News / Hoops Wire / April 29

Report: Luka Doncic could miss Lakers’ potential second-round series

The Lakers may have to plan ahead without Luka Doncic. According to Shams Charania of ESPN, Doncic could miss a potential second-round series against the Thunder if the Lakers advance.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 29

LeBron James ‘Pissed Off’ About Adou Thiero Ejection In Game 4 Loss

LeBron James finally looked human in the Los Angeles Lakers’ Game 4 loss to the Houston Rockets as he struggled with scoring and taking care of the basketball.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / April 29

Lakers looking to make multiple front office hires including assistant GM

As the Lakers focus on a critical Game 5 against the Rockets on the court, the team is also preparing for important moves off the court as well. One of the bigger changes expected under the new ownership of Mark Walter is an expansion of the front office.

Los Angeles Lakers News / AirJordanChronicles / April 29

Stephen A. Smith Says Lebron James Should Focus On Legacy Over Goat Debate Frustration

Stephen A. Smith has clarified numerous times that he doesn’t view LeBron James as the GOAT. However, the veteran analyst recently revealed that James should be happy about the position he holds in Smith’s book instead of worrying about his position in the GOAT debate.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 29

Draymond Green Praises Bronny James For Postseason Play

The Los Angeles Lakers have needed contributions from their entire roster with Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves out for the first four games of their first round series against the Houston Rockets.