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Lakers Announce Major Austin Reaves News as Chances of Sweep Skyrocket

Apr 25, 2026 @ 8:32pm

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Austin Reaves’ imminent return to the Los Angeles Lakers’ starting lineup is here. Just as the Lakers are slowly shifting their sights to the second round of the playoffsThe Lakers have completely jumped the Rockets, pushing their lead to 3-0 after a miraculous win Friday night in Houston. The Rockets have one last chance before […] The post Lakers Announce Major Austin Reaves News as Chances of Sweep Skyrocket appeared first on Heavy Sports.

Lakers’ Austin Reaves receives injury status for Game 4 vs. Rockets

Apr 25, 2026 @ 6:52pm

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ClutchPoints

The Los Angeles Lakers have thus far been just fine without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves in their first-round series against the Houston Rockets. LeBron James has been playing like someone at least a decade younger than 41, and produced another display in Game 3. And well, he may as well have to continue operating […] The post Lakers’ Austin Reaves receives injury status for Game 4 vs. Rockets appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Why Kevin Durant wasn’t on bench during Rockets’ awful Game 3 loss

Apr 25, 2026 @ 6:35pm

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NY Post Sports

Kevin Durant, who also missed Game 1 of the first round series with a bruised right knee, sat out of the Rockets' 112-108 overtime loss to LA with a sprained ankle.

Draymond Green Rips Into Tari Eason After Lakers’ Clutch Run Leaves Rockets on the Ropes

Apr 25, 2026 @ 5:50pm

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College Football Network

Draymond Green singled out Tari Eason for fierce criticism following the Houston Rockets’ chastening overtime home loss to the LA Lakers. The Rockets looked like a team that lacked motivation as they fell 112-108 in Game 3 of the first-round series on Saturday. They were second-best all night and are now one loss away from […]

Kevin Durant Accused Of Quitting On Houston Rockets – The Spun

Apr 25, 2026 @ 4:46pm

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The Spun

Kevin Durant Accused Of Quitting On Houston Rockets The Spun

Lakers HC JJ Redick Provides Key Update on Austin Reaves Ahead of Game 4

Apr 25, 2026 @ 4:20pm

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Total Pro Sports

The Lakers are gearing up for Game 4 of the first-round playoff series against the Houston Rockets, and ahead of the game, JJ Redick dropped a positive update on Austin Reaves return

Rich Paul Explains Why Lakers Should Feel “Delighted” to Have Had LeBron James

Apr 25, 2026 @ 3:15pm

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Total Pro Sports

Rich Paul believes that the Lakers should appreciate LeBron James' presence in the franchise and must focus on keeping him.

Lakers vs. Rockets – 2026 NBA Playoffs: Game Preview, Odds, and Injury Updates (Apr 26)

Apr 25, 2026 @ 3:08pm

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Total Pro Sports

LeBron James defies age as Lakers storm back for an overtime thriller, pushing the Houston Rockets to the brink of elimination and setting the stage for a potential sweep in Game 4.

‘Dumbest Team In the Playoffs’ – NBA Champion Tears Into Rockets’ Mistakes to Hand Over Lakers Game 3 Win

Apr 25, 2026 @ 2:25pm

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Pro Football Network

The Rockets blow a 97% win probability in 34 seconds, leading Kendrick Perkins to slam them for being dysfunctional.

Reason for Kevin Durant’s no-show on Rockets bench in Game 3 revealed

Apr 25, 2026 @ 1:38pm

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Larry Brown Sports

Kevin Durant was entirely MIA for Friday’s Game 3 against the Los Angeles Lakers, but it at least seems like he had a good reason for it. The Houston Rockets star Durant had to sit out of Game 3 at Toyota Center in Houston, Texas due to a left ankle sprain. Durant was a late … The post Reason for Kevin Durant’s no-show on Rockets bench in Game 3 revealed appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

Lakers' Bronny James stuns with stat vs Rockets bench in Game 3 – sportingnews.com

Apr 25, 2026 @ 1:31pm

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Sporting News

Lakers' Bronny James stuns with stat vs Rockets bench in Game 3 sportingnews.com

Did Kevin Durant Request a Trade After Rockets’ Game 3 Loss? Debunking Viral Tweet

Apr 25, 2026 @ 1:28pm

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College Football Network

Kevin Durant was announced out of the roster for Game 3 against the Los Angeles Lakers due to a left ankle sprain.

Bronny & LeBron James Are Absolutely Breaking the Game With Insane On-Court Numbers vs. Rockets

Apr 25, 2026 @ 1:00pm

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Total Pro Sports

LeBron and Bronny James have delivered eye-catching numbers against Houston, with their on-court impact turning heads fast.

Shannon Sharpe Fires Back at Critics Questioning LeBron James’ Ability to Still Lead Amid Lakers 3-0 Lead

Apr 25, 2026 @ 12:33pm

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Total Pro Sports

With the Lakers up 3-0 against the Rockets, Shannon Sharpe defended LeBron James and pushed back on doubts about his ability to still lead.

“I Don’t Feel Good”: LeBron James Keeps It 100% Real After Gruelling Overtime Game 3 Win vs Rockets

Apr 25, 2026 @ 12:30pm

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College Football Network

Since Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves remain on the sidelines, LeBron James has taken the reins of the Los Angeles Lakers in Round 1 of the playoffs.

"We’re still warriors" – Alperen Sengun defies history after the Rockets suffer a "1 in 1,713" playoff heartbreak – Basketball Network

Apr 25, 2026 @ 12:11pm

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Nick Wright Calls Out Nepotism Talks on Bronny James After +4 Performance vs Rockets in Game 3

Apr 25, 2026 @ 11:30am

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College Football Network

Bronny James remains under constant scrutiny from fans, given the kind of star power and legacy he carries on his shoulders.

Luka Doncic Caught Mocking Alperen Sengun’s Absurd Movements in Hilarious Moment

Apr 25, 2026 @ 8:11am

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Total Pro Sports

Luka Doncic mocked Alperen Sengun from the bench in a viral moment during Game 3, as the Lakers defeated the Rockets to take a commanding 3-0 series lead.

JJ Redick Loses It Over Repeated Lane Violations by Rockets During Free Throws

Apr 25, 2026 @ 7:52am

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Total Pro Sports

JJ Redick did not hide his anger at the Rockets’ aggressive approach early in the game, particularly regarding repeated foul situations.

Ime Udoka Throws Young Core Under the Bus as Rockets Fear First-Round Exit

Apr 25, 2026 @ 7:38am

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Total Pro Sports

Ime Udoka called out the Rockets’ “horrendous mistakes” after a Game 3 collapse vs the Lakers, as Houston blew a late lead and fell into a 3-0 series deficit.