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Los Angeles Lakers

If LeBron James gets Lakers past Rockets, where would it rank on his greatest achievements list?

Apr 14, 2026 @ 8:00am
BasketballNBALos Angeles Lakers
NY Post Sports

If LeBron James carries the Lakers past the Rockets in the first round of the playoffs, it would be his greatest achievement yet.  The Lakers are missing their two top players in Luka Doncic (hamstring) and Austin Reaves (oblique). They’re down 60 points a game.  The good news? Their third option is James. The bad...

Read moreIf LeBron James gets Lakers past Rockets, where would it rank on his greatest achievements list?

Lakers Given New ‘Optimistic’ Luka Doncic Return Date for Playoffs

Apr 14, 2026 @ 4:36am
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsLos Angeles Lakers
Heavy

A source close to Luka Doncic remains "optimistic" that the Lakers guard could return for Game 3, 4 or 5 against the Rockets in the playoffs. The post Lakers Given New ‘Optimistic’ Luka Doncic Return Date for Playoffs appeared first on Heavy Sports.

Read moreLakers Given New ‘Optimistic’ Luka Doncic Return Date for Playoffs

‘A Disappointment’ — Former NFL Player Urges Luka Dončić To Return for NBA Playoffs to Save His Lakers ‘Legacy’

Apr 14, 2026 @ 2:11am
BasketballNBALos Angeles Lakers
Pro Football Network

A former NFL player urges Luka Dončić to "continue his legendary career arc" in the 2026 playoffs to avoid being a "disappointment."

Read more‘A Disappointment’ — Former NFL Player Urges Luka Dončić To Return for NBA Playoffs to Save His Lakers ‘Legacy’

NBA Bracing for Massive Shake-Up Involving Kawhi Leonard, LeBron James, and Giannis Antetokounmpo

Apr 14, 2026 @ 12:18am
BasketballNBAGolden State WarriorsHouston RocketsLos Angeles ClippersLos Angeles LakersMilwaukee Bucks
Total Pro Sports

The league might look different next year, as Kawhi Leonard, LeBron James, and Giannis Antetokounmpo are rumored to play for other teams, according to a report from a renowned basketball insider.

Read moreNBA Bracing for Massive Shake-Up Involving Kawhi Leonard, LeBron James, and Giannis Antetokounmpo

LeBron James Extends Record That Leaves Kobe Bryant and Kevin Durant Far Behind

Apr 14, 2026 @ 12:06am
BasketballNBALos Angeles Lakers
Total Pro Sports

LeBron James secured his 70th Player of the Week award, putting him far ahead of legends like Kobe Bryant and Kevin Durant in the all-time count.

Read moreLeBron James Extends Record That Leaves Kobe Bryant and Kevin Durant Far Behind

LeBron James and Bronny James May Have Father, Son Moment vs Rockets

Apr 14, 2026 @ 12:03am
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsLos Angeles Lakers
Heavy

When the Los Angeles Lakers take on the Houston Rockets, LeBron James and Bronny James may take the court together. The post LeBron James and Bronny James May Have Father, Son Moment vs Rockets appeared first on Heavy Sports.

Read moreLeBron James and Bronny James May Have Father, Son Moment vs Rockets

"How the hell he healthy?:" Stephen A. Smith praises LeBron James' durability, takes subtle shot at Luka Doncic ahead of NBA playoffs – Sportskeeda

Apr 13, 2026 @ 11:26pm
BasketballNBADallas MavericksLos Angeles Lakers
Sportskeeda

"How the hell he healthy?:" Stephen A. Smith praises LeBron James' durability, takes subtle shot at Luka Doncic ahead of NBA playoffs  Sportskeeda

Read more"How the hell he healthy?:" Stephen A. Smith praises LeBron James' durability, takes subtle shot at Luka Doncic ahead of NBA playoffs – Sportskeeda

Luka Dončić Injury Update: Study Reveals Return Timeline After Injections

Apr 13, 2026 @ 11:19pm
BasketballNBALos Angeles Lakers
Heavy

Luka Dončić injury update: A new study reveals how injections could impact his return timeline and when the Lakers star may be back. The post Luka Dončić Injury Update: Study Reveals Return Timeline After Injections appeared first on Heavy Sports.

Read moreLuka Dončić Injury Update: Study Reveals Return Timeline After Injections

Stephen A. Smith Rips Into Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves While Praising LeBron James’ Durability

Apr 13, 2026 @ 10:58pm
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsLos Angeles Lakers
Total Pro Sports

Stephen A. Smith called out Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves for not investing in their health like what LeBron James does on a yearly basis.

Read moreStephen A. Smith Rips Into Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves While Praising LeBron James’ Durability

Lakers Starter Gives ‘Brutal’ Outlook on Kevin Durant Ahead of Playoffs

Apr 13, 2026 @ 9:19pm
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsLos Angeles Lakers
Heavy

Lakers guard Marcus Smart has seen Kevin Durant in the playoffs before and he called the experience 'brutal' as LA prepares for the Rockets. The post Lakers Starter Gives ‘Brutal’ Outlook on Kevin Durant Ahead of Playoffs appeared first on Heavy Sports.

Read moreLakers Starter Gives ‘Brutal’ Outlook on Kevin Durant Ahead of Playoffs

‘Where’s Your Pride? Where’s Your Dignity?’ — Stephen A. Smith Blasts Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves As Injuries Derail Lakers

Apr 13, 2026 @ 8:16pm
BasketballNBALos Angeles Lakers
Pro Football Network

The Los Angeles Lakers are heading into the playoffs without their two biggest stars, and Stephen A. Smith is not holding back. With Luka Dončić sidelined by a Grade 2 hamstring strain and Austin Reaves dealing with a Grade 2 oblique injury, the burden of carrying a 53-29 Lakers team into the first round against […]

Read more‘Where’s Your Pride? Where’s Your Dignity?’ — Stephen A. Smith Blasts Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves As Injuries Derail Lakers

Warriors Predicted As LeBron James Landing Spot, but Only if the Lakers Legend Makes a ‘Significant’ Sacrifice

Apr 13, 2026 @ 7:33pm
BasketballNBACleveland CavaliersGolden State WarriorsLos Angeles LakersNew York Knicks
Pro Football Network

LeBron James is being linked to the Warriors, Knicks, and Cavaliers as free agency nears, but a key condition could shape his next big NBA move.

Read moreWarriors Predicted As LeBron James Landing Spot, but Only if the Lakers Legend Makes a ‘Significant’ Sacrifice

After stunning end to regular season, Lakers turn attention to Rockets

Apr 13, 2026 @ 7:08pm
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsLos Angeles Lakers
NY Post Sports

For six weeks, Lakers coach JJ Redick emphasized that the focus was on his team, not their variety of opponents, as they looked to build the right mentality for the playoffs. That stopped being the case as soon as the final buzzer of the regular season went off after the Lakers beat the Jazz on...

Read moreAfter stunning end to regular season, Lakers turn attention to Rockets

Will Luka Doncic Play in Playoffs For Lakers? Shams Charania Reveals Potential Return Timeline for Slovenian Star – Sportskeeda

Apr 13, 2026 @ 6:02pm
BasketballNBALos Angeles Lakers
Sportskeeda

Will Luka Doncic Play in Playoffs For Lakers? Shams Charania Reveals Potential Return Timeline for Slovenian Star  Sportskeeda

Read moreWill Luka Doncic Play in Playoffs For Lakers? Shams Charania Reveals Potential Return Timeline for Slovenian Star – Sportskeeda

LeBron James Drops Out of Top 3 in NBA Jersey Sales As 12-Time All-Star Reclaims No. 1 Spot

Apr 13, 2026 @ 5:54pm
BasketballNBALos Angeles Lakers
Pro Football Network

LeBron James drops out of the top 3 in NBA jersey sales as a familiar rival reclaims the No. 1 spot in the latest rankings.

Read moreLeBron James Drops Out of Top 3 in NBA Jersey Sales As 12-Time All-Star Reclaims No. 1 Spot

NBA free agents: Top 25 players set to hit open market during 2026 offseason

Apr 13, 2026 @ 5:52pm
BasketballNBAChicago BullsDenver NuggetsDetroit PistonsGolden State WarriorsHouston RocketsLos Angeles ClippersLos Angeles LakersMiami HeatMinnesota TimberwolvesOklahoma City ThunderPhoenix SunsSacramento KingsToronto RaptorsWashington Wizards
ClutchPoints

There are going to be a lot of ways to add talent to NBA rosters this offseason. Some great veteran players have already been linked in trade rumors, and the 2026 NBA Draft class is looking like one of the best classes in recent memory. Now that the regular season is over, teams are thinking […] The post NBA free agents: Top 25 players set to hit open market during 2026 offseason appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Read moreNBA free agents: Top 25 players set to hit open market during 2026 offseason

Luka Doncic Keeps NBA Trend That Joel Embiid Started Going

Apr 13, 2026 @ 5:13pm
BasketballNBAChicago BullsDallas MavericksLos Angeles LakersOklahoma City ThunderOrlando MagicPhiladelphia 76ers
Heavy

Back in 2021-2022, Joel Embiid fired up what would become a five-year NBA trend. The Philadelphia 76ers star made NBA history that year, as he became the first international player to win a scoring title. After Steph Curry won it one year prior, Embiid averaged 30.57 points per game. He went back-to-back in 2022-2023 by […] The post Luka Doncic Keeps NBA Trend That Joel Embiid Started Going appeared first on Heavy Sports.

Read moreLuka Doncic Keeps NBA Trend That Joel Embiid Started Going

Lakers Fans Thrilled to See Dalton Knecht Rediscover His Mojo Before Playoffs: “Hope This Can Help Him Get Over the Mental Slump”

Apr 13, 2026 @ 4:26pm
BasketballNBALos Angeles Lakers
College Football Network

Dalton Knecht seemed to be a promising rookie when he joined the Los Angeles Lakers as the 17th overall pick in the 2024 NBA draft.

Read moreLakers Fans Thrilled to See Dalton Knecht Rediscover His Mojo Before Playoffs: “Hope This Can Help Him Get Over the Mental Slump”

Is Luka Dončić Playing in Game 1? Latest Update on Lakers Star’s Injury Status for Rockets Playoff Series

Apr 13, 2026 @ 4:25pm
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsLos Angeles Lakers
Pro Football Network

With Luka Doncic nursing a hamstring injury, will he return for game 1 of the Lakers’ first round series against the Rockets?

Read moreIs Luka Dončić Playing in Game 1? Latest Update on Lakers Star’s Injury Status for Rockets Playoff Series

Stephen A. Smith Issues Harsh Reality Check on Los Angeles Lakers Without Luka Doncic & Austin Reaves 

Apr 13, 2026 @ 4:09pm
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsLos Angeles Lakers
Total Pro Sports

Following devastating injuries to Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, the Lakers face a grim playoff forecast. Stephen A. Smith warns that LeBron James cannot overcome the deep Rockets roster on his own.

Read moreStephen A. Smith Issues Harsh Reality Check on Los Angeles Lakers Without Luka Doncic & Austin Reaves 

Luka Doncic to return to LA Friday, sparking speculation of first-round availability

Apr 13, 2026 @ 3:32pm
BasketballNBACleveland CavaliersLos Angeles Lakers
NY Post Sports

Luka Doncic, who went to Spain to receive treatment on his injured hamstring, will return to the United States on Friday, sources told the California Post. Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic drives past Cleveland Cavaliers guard Max Strus. The Lakers’ star guard suffered a Grade 2 left hamstring strain in a 134-96 loss to the...

Read moreLuka Doncic to return to LA Friday, sparking speculation of first-round availability

Latest Lakers’ Luka Doncic injury update hints at possible first-round playoff return

Apr 13, 2026 @ 3:20pm
BasketballNBALos Angeles Lakers
ClutchPoints

Los Angeles Lakers superstar guard Luka Doncic is expected to return from Spain and rejoin the team on Friday, at which point he will be further evaluated by the team’s medical staff, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. Doncic has spent the last week in Spain receiving an injection that could help in the recovery process […] The post Latest Lakers’ Luka Doncic injury update hints at possible first-round playoff return appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Read moreLatest Lakers’ Luka Doncic injury update hints at possible first-round playoff return

Did Kevin Durant Start Dancing During Rockets Game After Lakers Playoff Matchup Confirmation? Debunking Viral Tweet

Apr 13, 2026 @ 2:50pm
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsLos Angeles Lakers
College Football Network

The NBA is ready to get into the postseason, and in a video circulating on social media, Kevin Durant was seen dancing

Read moreDid Kevin Durant Start Dancing During Rockets Game After Lakers Playoff Matchup Confirmation? Debunking Viral Tweet

Russell Westbrook Shares Career Decision After 18th NBA Season

Apr 13, 2026 @ 2:35pm
BasketballNBADenver NuggetsHouston RocketsLos Angeles ClippersLos Angeles LakersOklahoma City ThunderSacramento KingsWashington Wizards
Athlon Sports

After playing 64 games during his 18th NBA season, Russell Westbrook made his stance clear on his next move.

Read moreRussell Westbrook Shares Career Decision After 18th NBA Season
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