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Los Angeles Lakers

Steve Nash adamant Luka Doncic should be eligible for NBA awards and not ‘punished for injury’ as he names his MVP

Apr 18, 2026 @ 1:58pm
BasketballNBALos Angeles LakersOklahoma City Thunder
The Sun Sport

NBA legend Steve Nash reckons Luka Doncic should be eligible for the Most Valuable Player award after his injury setback. Los Angeles Lakers star Doncic won an appeal this week…

Read moreSteve Nash adamant Luka Doncic should be eligible for NBA awards and not ‘punished for injury’ as he names his MVP

Lakers Fans Upset Over Giannis Antetokounmpo Message on Saturday

Apr 18, 2026 @ 1:30pm
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsLos Angeles LakersMilwaukee Bucks
Athlon Sports

Los Angeles Lakers fans are reacting to what Giannis Antetokounmpo said.

Read moreLakers Fans Upset Over Giannis Antetokounmpo Message on Saturday

NBA Playoff Predictions: Which West Teams Get Past Round 1? Expect Tight Battles

Apr 18, 2026 @ 1:29pm
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsLos Angeles LakersOklahoma City ThunderPhoenix Suns
College Football Network

Predictions for all four Western Conference first-round series in the 2026 NBA Playoffs, including Thunder vs. Suns and Lakers vs. Rockets.

Read moreNBA Playoff Predictions: Which West Teams Get Past Round 1? Expect Tight Battles

Is Kevin Durant Playing Tonight Against Lakers? Major Concerns Loom for Rockets’ Superstar Status for Game 1 of 2026 NBA Playoffs (April 18)

Apr 18, 2026 @ 1:00pm
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsLos Angeles Lakers
College Football Network

The Houston Rockets could have a disadvantage against the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 1 of their first-round series.

Read moreIs Kevin Durant Playing Tonight Against Lakers? Major Concerns Loom for Rockets’ Superstar Status for Game 1 of 2026 NBA Playoffs (April 18)

Adam Silver Offers Insight Into LeBron James’ Plans for Next Season

Apr 18, 2026 @ 12:31pm
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsLos Angeles Lakers
Athlon Sports

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver expects LeBron James to play next season, downplaying retirement rumors as the Lakers star enters free agency.

Read moreAdam Silver Offers Insight Into LeBron James’ Plans for Next Season

‘I Don’t Like LA’ — Giannis Antetokounmpo Dashes Lakers Fans’ Dream With Shot at ‘Superficial’ Los Angeles

Apr 18, 2026 @ 12:26pm
BasketballNBALos Angeles LakersMilwaukee Bucks
Pro Football Network

Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo took a shot at Los Angeles despite recent trade rumors linking him to the Lakers.

Read more‘I Don’t Like LA’ — Giannis Antetokounmpo Dashes Lakers Fans’ Dream With Shot at ‘Superficial’ Los Angeles

Rockets vs. Lakers 2026 NBA Playoffs Game 1 prediction, odds, pick

Apr 18, 2026 @ 12:00pm
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsLos Angeles Lakers
ClutchPoints

The 2026 NBA Playoffs are underway and we’re back with another betting prediction and pick for this Western Conference Game 1 showdown. The Houston Rockets take on the Los Angeles Lakers with Houston coming as favorites to take an early series lead. Check our NBA odds series for the Rockets-Lakers prediction and pick. The Houston Rockets secured the Western […] The post Rockets vs. Lakers 2026 NBA Playoffs Game 1 prediction, odds, pick appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rockets Get Warning From 3-Time Champion as Kevin Durant Status Looms vs Lakers

Apr 18, 2026 @ 11:58am
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsLos Angeles Lakers
Heavy

The Rockets face growing concern as Kevin Durant’s injury status looms vs the Lakers, raising major questions from three-time NBA champion. The post Rockets Get Warning From 3-Time Champion as Kevin Durant Status Looms vs Lakers appeared first on Heavy Sports.

Read moreRockets Get Warning From 3-Time Champion as Kevin Durant Status Looms vs Lakers

LeBron James Retirement Rumors Draw Strong Message from Adam Silver

Apr 18, 2026 @ 11:50am
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsLos Angeles Lakers
Heavy

Does Silver think James is going to retire this offseason? The post LeBron James Retirement Rumors Draw Strong Message from Adam Silver appeared first on Heavy Sports.

Read moreLeBron James Retirement Rumors Draw Strong Message from Adam Silver

Lakers Get Surprising Take From 3-Time NBA Champion Ahead of Rockets Series

Apr 18, 2026 @ 11:27am
BasketballNBAGolden State WarriorsHouston RocketsLos Angeles LakersOrlando MagicPhoenix SunsUtah Jazz
Heavy

The Lakers receive a surprising playoff outlook from three-time NBA champion ahead of their series vs the Rockets. The post Lakers Get Surprising Take From 3-Time NBA Champion Ahead of Rockets Series appeared first on Heavy Sports.

Read moreLakers Get Surprising Take From 3-Time NBA Champion Ahead of Rockets Series

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Latest Comments Douse Lakers Trade Rumors in Cold Water

Apr 18, 2026 @ 11:25am
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsLos Angeles LakersMiami HeatMilwaukee Bucks
Heavy

Antetokounmpo appears set to find his way out of Milwaukee this offseason The post Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Latest Comments Douse Lakers Trade Rumors in Cold Water appeared first on Heavy Sports.

Read moreGiannis Antetokounmpo’s Latest Comments Douse Lakers Trade Rumors in Cold Water

Draymond Green Defends Kevin Durant Amid Talk Surrounding Phoenix Suns Exit

Apr 18, 2026 @ 11:01am
BasketballNBAGolden State WarriorsHouston RocketsLos Angeles LakersPhoenix Suns
Total Pro Sports

Draymond Green defended Kevin Durant against the narrative that he was the reason the Phoenix Suns missed the playoffs last season

Read moreDraymond Green Defends Kevin Durant Amid Talk Surrounding Phoenix Suns Exit

Is Kevin Durant playing tonight? Rockets vs. Lakers 2026 NBA Playoffs Game 1 injury report

Apr 18, 2026 @ 10:49am
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsLos Angeles Lakers
ClutchPoints

The Houston Rockets listed Kevin Durant as questionable ahead of Game 1 against the Los Angeles Lakers, adding uncertainty to Saturday’s playoff opener at Crypto.com Arena. Durant is dealing with a right knee contusion, according to the Rockets’ injury report released Friday morning. The 37-year-old was first added to the report Friday afternoon, joining Steven […] The post Is Kevin Durant playing tonight? Rockets vs. Lakers 2026 NBA Playoffs Game 1 injury report appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Read moreIs Kevin Durant playing tonight? Rockets vs. Lakers 2026 NBA Playoffs Game 1 injury report

Adam Silver teases Lakers star LeBron James’ plans for next season

Apr 18, 2026 @ 10:28am
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsLos Angeles Lakers
ClutchPoints

As the Los Angeles Lakers prepare to open the 2026 NBA Playoffs against the Houston Rockets, commissioner Adam Silver offered insight into LeBron James’ future, indicating that the 41-year-old is expected to continue his career into next season. Silver addressed James’ outlook during an appearance on The Carton Show on WFAN with Craig Carton on […] The post Adam Silver teases Lakers star LeBron James’ plans for next season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Houston Rockets vs LA Lakers Prediction, X-Factors, Injury Report & Starting Lineups | Game 1, 2026 NBA Playoffs

Apr 18, 2026 @ 10:10am
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsLos Angeles Lakers
College Football Network

The Houston Rockets are set to renew their rivalry with the Los Angeles Lakers in the first round of the NBA playoffs on Saturday at Crypto.com Arena.

Read moreHouston Rockets vs LA Lakers Prediction, X-Factors, Injury Report & Starting Lineups | Game 1, 2026 NBA Playoffs

LeBron James Sends Blunt Message to Lakers Before Rockets Series

Apr 18, 2026 @ 9:25am
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsLos Angeles Lakers
Athlon Sports

The Los Angeles Lakers will open their first-round playoff series against the Houston Rockets on Saturday. Ahead of Game 1, Lakers superstar LeBron James issued a blunt message to his team. The Lakers enter the 2026 postseason without two key players, Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. Both are out ...

Read moreLeBron James Sends Blunt Message to Lakers Before Rockets Series

I Don't Care If Doncic Plays Or Not, Give Me Houston

Apr 18, 2026 @ 9:00am
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsLos Angeles Lakers
OutKick

This is more than just a battle between Kevin Durant and LeBron James as the Rockets take on the Lakers.

Read moreI Don't Care If Doncic Plays Or Not, Give Me Houston

Is LeBron James Playing Tonight vs. Rockets? Latest Injury Update on Lakers Star

Apr 18, 2026 @ 8:45am
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsLos Angeles Lakers
Total Pro Sports

LeBron James is expected to play through illness as the Los Angeles Lakers face the Houston Rockets, offering hope despite injuries to Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.

Read moreIs LeBron James Playing Tonight vs. Rockets? Latest Injury Update on Lakers Star

‘No Point in Having the Rule’ — Ex-NFL LB Gets Blunt on Luka Dončić, Cade Cunningham’s 65-Game Exception

Apr 18, 2026 @ 8:39am
BasketballNBALos Angeles LakersOklahoma City Thunder
Pro Football Network

Emmanuel Acho criticized the NBA granting Luka Dončić, Cade Cunningham an exemption on the 65-game rule, warning it creates anarchy.

Read more‘No Point in Having the Rule’ — Ex-NFL LB Gets Blunt on Luka Dončić, Cade Cunningham’s 65-Game Exception

NBA Champion Highlights Underrated Factor in LeBron James-Michael Jordan GOAT Debate

Apr 18, 2026 @ 8:12am
BasketballNBALos Angeles Lakers
Pro Football Network

Former guard Nick Young highlights coaching disparities in the LeBron James and Michael Jordan GOAT debate on social media.

Read moreNBA Champion Highlights Underrated Factor in LeBron James-Michael Jordan GOAT Debate

Poll: Kevin Durant vs. LeBron Jamesames

Apr 18, 2026 @ 8:00am
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsLos Angeles Lakers
Athlon Sports

[Editor’s note: Welcome to Athlon Sports’ poll of the day, where we ask readers to weigh in on the biggest topic of the day. Thanks for voting, and be sure to sound off in the comment section.] Now that the play-in tournament is over, the real NBA playoffs begin in earnest Saturday, with four of ...

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Short-handed Lakers are underdogs against Rockets but can’t be dismissed

Apr 18, 2026 @ 8:00am
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsLos Angeles Lakers
NY Post Sports

Let’s cut to the chase: The Lakers should be underdogs for their first-round NBA playoff series against the Rockets.  The Lakers’ Luka Doncic is expected to watch Saturday’s game from the bench while he recovers from injury. If you took the top-two scorers away from most playoff teams, which is the reality the Lakers faced...

Read moreShort-handed Lakers are underdogs against Rockets but can’t be dismissed

Lakers being counted out —but chemistry one thing Rockets can’t defend

Apr 18, 2026 @ 8:00am
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsLos Angeles Lakers
NY Post Sports

Despite injuries to Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, the Lakers’ chemistry built during a dominant March run could be the X-factor against the Rockets in their first-round playoff series.

Read moreLakers being counted out —but chemistry one thing Rockets can’t defend

What channel is Lakers vs. Rockets on today? Time, TV schedule, live stream to watch Game 1 of NBA Playoffs series – sportingnews.com

Apr 18, 2026 @ 7:42am
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsLos Angeles Lakers
Sporting News

What channel is Lakers vs. Rockets on today? Time, TV schedule, live stream to watch Game 1 of NBA Playoffs series  sportingnews.com

Read moreWhat channel is Lakers vs. Rockets on today? Time, TV schedule, live stream to watch Game 1 of NBA Playoffs series – sportingnews.com
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