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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 25
LeBron James & Marcus Smart Lead Overtime Game 3 Win Over Rockets
The Los Angeles Lakers held serve at home in Games 1 and 2 against the Houston Rockets, but then went on the road for a pivotal Game 3. Not many people
The 'NBA Playoff 30-point teammates' quiz
How many of the most recent teammates to score at least 30 points in the same NBA Playoff game can you name in seven 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.
NBA News / Total Pro Sports / April 25
Luka Doncic Caught Mocking Alperen Sengun’s Absurd Movements in Hilarious Moment
Even if he’s sitting on the bench, Luka Doncic isn’t letting any given moment go dull. And the same was the case during the Los Angeles Lakers’ Game 3 win over the Houston Rockets.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / April 25
Bryce James Had Words After Arizona Teammate’s NBA Draft Decision
As the NFL Draft moves beyond its first day, many have shifted their attention to the upcoming NBA Draft. Several top college basketball stars have already announced their decisions, and one of the most recent declarations has caught the attention of Bryce James.
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 / Field Level Media / April 25
NBA roundup: Lakers rally for OT win, 3-0 lead on Rockets
LeBron James and Marcus Smart recorded double-doubles as the Los Angeles Lakers took a stranglehold on their first-round playoff series against the host Houston Rockets with a 112-108 overtime victory in Game 3 on Friday.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / April 25
LeBron James And Marcus Smart Explain Their Game-Saving Plays In Huge Win Over Rockets
The Los Angeles Lakers looked all set to taste defeat for the first time in these playoffs in Game 3 against the Houston Rockets, but came away with a stunning 112-108 overtime win instead.
J.J. Redick News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 25
Lakers’ JJ Redick reveals ‘next play’ mindset during comeback win over Rockets
With the clock winding down in regulation, it looked as though the Los Angeles Lakers were on the verge of losing their first game of the 2026 NBA playoffs.
Los Angeles Lakers News / AirJordanChronicles / April 25
Watch: Bronny James Completes Reverse Layup After Assist From Father LeBron
LeBron and Bronny James just made NBA history. The duo became the first father-son pair to record an assist to each other in a playoff game during Friday’s Game 3 win over the Houston Rockets.
NBA News / Field Level Media / April 24
Lakers pull out OT win over Rockets, move to verge of sweep
LeBron James and Marcus Smart recorded double-doubles as the Los Angeles Lakers took a stranglehold on their first-round playoff series against the host Houston Rockets with a 112-108 overtime victory in Game 3 on Friday.
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.
Austin Reaves News / Athlon Sports / April 24
Lakers Announce Austin Reaves' Availability for Game 3 in Houston
Availability had become a major talking point for the Los Angeles Lakers heading into their first-round playoff series against the Houston Rockets. Austin Reaves, sidelined with a Grade 2 left oblique strain, was upgraded to questionable for Game 3 on Thursday.
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.
The '5 3-pointer, 5-steal playoff games' quiz
How many of the NBA players to knock down five three-pointers and rack up five steals in the same playoff game can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 24
Luke Kennard Explains Why JJ Redick Partnership Has Been So Great
Luke Kennard landed in the perfect spot at the trade deadline as he’s become an important member of Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick’s rotation.
Deandre Ayton News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 24
Lakers Deandre Ayton Makes His Biggest Defensive Claim Yet
The Los Angeles Lakers are up 2-0 on the Houston Rockets heading into Game 3 at Toyota Center, doing it without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. It has been a collective effort, but Deandre Ayton is now stepping into the spotlight with a claim that is hard to ignore.
Los Angeles Lakers News / AirJordanChronicles / April 24
Stephen A. Smith, Kenny Smith Weigh In on LeBron James and Michael Jordan’s legacy
LeBron James is leading the heavily short-handed Los Angeles Lakers in the playoff series against the Houston Rockets. And his performances got Stephen A.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 24
JJ Redick Reveals Conversation With Marcus Smart Helped Turn Things Around For Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers are heading to Houston with a 2-0 series lead in the first round, despite missing both Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. Head coach JJ Redick has cooked up a near-perfect scheme for Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets, but it’s been the unexpected leaps from Marcus Smart and Luke Kennard that have really helped L.A.
Luke Kennard News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 24
Luke Kennard Is Putting His High School QB Skills to Use in the Lakers Playoffs
Luke Kennard was a pretty good quarterback back in high school. Now, with the Lakers up 2-0 on the Rockets in the playoffs, those same skills are showing up on the biggest stage.
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.
Austin Reaves News / Field Level Media / April 23
Austin Reaves cleared for on-court work, could rejoin Lakers' lineup in 7-10 days
Austin Reaves is working out on the court and closing in on rejoining the Lakers' lineup. Reaves was cleared for the latest step in his progression of rehab from a Grade 2 oblique strain suffered on April 2 against the Oklahoma City Thunder, the same game in which Luka Doncic (hamstring) was injured.
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?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / April 22
Lakers’ Austin Reaves closer to return than Luka Doncic
The Lakers are in control of their first-round series. They just aren’t whole. Even without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, the Lakers have jumped out to a 2-0 lead over the Rockets.
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