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NBA News / Lakers Nation / April 24
Lakers Vs. Rockets Game 3 Injury Updates: Austin Reaves & Kevin Durant Out
The Los Angeles Lakers announced that guard Austin Reaves (left oblique muscle strain) has been downgraded to out for Game 3 of their first round playoff series against the Houston Rockets.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / April 24
NBA Notes: Lakers, Deandre Ayton, Spurs, Keldon Johnson, Rockets
The Lakers continue to win. How they’re doing it is drawing some attention. Deandre Ayton finished with just six points in Tuesday’s Game 2 victory over the Rockets and wasn’t part of the closing group.
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.
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?
NBA News / Lakers Nation / April 24
Clint Capela ‘Surprised’ By Deandre Ayton Comments
Of all the potential storylines coming into this first round playoff series between the Los Angeles Lakers and Houston Rockets, one that hasn’t gotten as much attention as many might have assumed is the matchup between Deandre Ayton and Clint Capela.
NBA News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 24
Three Bold Predictions for Lakers vs Rockets Game 3
The Los Angeles Lakers head to Houston for Game 3 with a 2-0 series lead, still without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. The Rockets are coming back home knowing they have to win, and that changes everything tonight.
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.
J.J. Redick News / Silver Screen & Roll / April 24
JJ Redick was disappointed that Luka Dončić was not an MVP finalist 
Luka Dončić has already had a Hall of Fame-caliber career, with this season being his best yet. He averaged a league-leading 33.5 points per game and was named the Western Conference Player of the Month in January and March.
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 / Lakers Nation / April 24
Deandre Ayton: LeBron James & JJ Reddick Not Letting Lakers Get Comfortable Against Rockets
The Los Angeles Lakers lead the Houston Rockets 2-0 in their first round playoff series, a moderate surprise given how shorthanded they are. The Lakers have been without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, but still managed to defend their home court thanks to contributions from everyone on the roster.
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 / Silver Screen & Roll / April 24
LeBron James explains how Luke Kennard has been able to have breakout postseason
It was obvious that Luke Kennard’s importance was going to rise with the Lakers this postseason with their starting backcourt players, Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves out.
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 / Lakers Nation / April 24
Luke Kennard Not Surprised By Increased Level Of Play
Luke Kennard has been a revelation for the Los Angeles Lakers as he’s helped lead them to a 2-0 series lead over the Houston Rockets. Kennard has been a consistent source of offense for a Lakers team that’s been without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, and he’s delivered with two big playoff performances.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 24
JJ Redick Compares LeBron James In Transition To Mack Truck
The role players of the Los Angeles Lakers have stepped up in a massive way so far in their first round playoff series against the Houston Rockets and have gotten much deserved praise for doing so.
Austin Reaves News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 24
Is Lakers’ Austin Reaves returning from injury for Game 3 vs. Rockets?
The Los Angeles Lakers will look to take a commanding 3-0 lead when they visit the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center on Friday for Game 3 of their first-round series in the playoffs.
Los Angeles Lakers News / AirJordanChronicles / April 24
Why Kendrick Perkins Rates LeBron James Among NBA’s Top Five at Age 41
Many analysts have cited various reasons why LeBron James remains one of the top players, even at the twilight of his career. But former NBA Champion Kendrick Perkins offered a more personal perspective after the veteran’s latest playoff showing.
Deandre Ayton News / Total Pro Sports / April 24
Lakers’ Deandre Ayton Puts NBA World on Notice With Bold Defensive Claim
Deandre Ayton is making the most of his chances in LA’s first-round series against the Houston Rockets, and according to him, he’s now capable of guarding anybody on the floor.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / April 23
Deandre Ayton Reveals LeBron James' Serious Warning for Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers have a commanding 2-0 lead over the Houston Rockets in their first-round NBA playoffs series. LeBron James has been leading the charge for a Lakers side that is missing both Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves due to injury.
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.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / April 23
Lakers’ JJ Redick Announces Jake LaRavia Injury News Before Game 3 Against Rockets
The Los Angeles Lakers head into Game 3 of their first round playoff series with a 2-0 lead over the Houston Rockets. In Game 1, Luke Kennard exploded for a career playoff-high 27 points while LeBron James added 19 points and 13 assists in a 107-98 win.
LeBron James News / Total Pro Sports / April 23
NBA Analysts Claim LeBron James is Closing Gap in GOAT Debate Amid Dominant Playoff Run
The debate over who holds the title of the GOAT in NBA history—LeBron James or Michael Jordan—has been a hot topic for years. Supporters of James argue that his all-time records and impressive achievements set him apart.
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 / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 23
Skip Bayless Makes Bold Claim About Lakers Without Luka Doncic
Just days after head coach JJ Redick publicly defended Luka Doncic and called out media bias around the team and MVP snub, the narrative around the Los Angeles Lakers has taken a strange turn, and one loud media voice is now questioning whether the team even needs Luka at all.
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.
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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