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Kevin Durant News / Silver Screen & Roll / April 22
Lakers defense rises to the challenge Kevin Durant, Rockets gave them 
LOS ANGELES — Back in March, the Lakers were winning games thanks to an incredibly potent offense. One month later, they’re winning playoff games on the back of their defense.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / April 22
Player Grades: Lakers vs. Rockets
The Lakers can write a hearty book of all the role players who have stepped up in big moments throughout the franchise’s history. When you win 17 NBA titles, that list is pretty long, in fact.
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 / Fadeaway World / April 22
Lakers Player Ratings: LeBron, Kennard, And Smart Outplay Rockets In Fantastic Game 2 Victory
The Los Angeles Lakers delivered a poised, veteran-led performance to take control of Game 2, leaning on shot-making, discipline, and timely defense to outlast the Houston Rockets.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / April 22
5 Things We Learned After Lakers Take Commanding 2-0 Lead Against The Disastrous Rockets
The Los Angeles Lakers won Game 2 and tightened their grip on this series. A 101-94 victory over the Houston Rockets now gives them a commanding 2-0 lead, and the tone couldn’t feel more different on each side.
LeBron James News / Field Level Media / April 22
LeBron James nets 28 as Lakers grab 2-0 lead on Rockets
LeBron James compiled 28 points, eight rebounds and seven assists to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a 101-94 victory over the visiting Houston Rockets to take a 2-0 lead in their first-round Western Conference playoff series on Tuesday.
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 / Hoops Wire / April 22
Lakers take 2-0 lead on Rockets without Luka Doncic, without Austin Reaves
The Lakers are missing pieces. They are not missing belief. LeBron James led the way with 28 points, eight rebounds and seven assists as Los Angeles beat the visiting Rockets, 101-94, on Tuesday to take a 2-0 series lead.
NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / April 22
Lakers grind out Game 2 win over Rockets
In a rock fight of a Game 2, the Lakers did just enough to go ahead 2-0 in the series with a 101-94 win over the Rockets. Offense was a precious commodity throughout the contest, a change of pace from the opening game of the series.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / April 22
Lakers Beat Rockets To Take 2-0 Series Lead
Luka Doncic was presented with his Western Conference Player of the Month for March and scoring champion awards, and the Los Angeles Lakers then built on their Game 1 win to defeat the Houston Rockets, 101-94.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 22
Kevin Durant returns in Game 2 vs. Lakers, but Rockets still lose
If the Houston Rockets can't win with a healthy Kevin Durant, their first-round series against the Los Angeles Lakers in the Western Conference playoffs could be a short one.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / April 21
JJ Redick Shares Update on Austin Reaves' Injury Recovery
The Los Angeles Lakers are missing the offensive production from Austin Reaves this playoffs. Reaves has been out with a Grade 2 left oblique strain before the 2025-26 NBA season ended.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 21
Lakers get good news on Austin Reaves' injury
The Los Angeles Lakers finally got some positive news on the injury front.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 21
Jeanie Buss Gets Candid About LeBron James’ Lakers Future
With the NBA playoffs in full swing for the Los Angeles Lakers, the end of the 2025-26 season is drawing near for all 30 teams in the league. Although
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 21
Jaxson Hayes Has Obtained Slovenian Passport To Play With Luka Doncic
Los Angeles Lakers center Jaxson Hayes has quickly built a strong relationship with teammate Luka Doncic both on and off the court, so much so that he has been trying to get a Slovenian passport to play for their national team during the summer.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 21
Jaxson Hayes Enjoys Seeing Luke Kennard Succeed After Watching Him Growing Up In Ohio
Luke Kennard has been everything the Los Angeles Lakers hoped for and more when they acquired him at the trade deadline. Kennard has fit in perfectly on the Lakers roster, acting as the team’s best shooting threat but also a reliable secondary ball-handler behind LeBron James.
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.
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