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Analyst drops bold LeBron James-Kevin Durant comparison before Lakers-Rockets playoff clash

Apr 14, 2026 @ 2:46pm

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With LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers preparing for the NBA Playoffs, the opponent in the first round will be star Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets. As the storyline will be that James and Durant are battling it out with the Lakers and the Rockets, respectively, this analyst speaks about the comparison between […] The post Analyst drops bold LeBron James-Kevin Durant comparison before Lakers-Rockets playoff clash appeared first on ClutchPoints.

NBA 2026 Postseason Schedule: Complete Timeline for Play-In, Playoffs, and Finals

Apr 14, 2026 @ 2:08pm

Total Pro Sports

NBA 2026 postseason schedule revealed, full timeline for play-in, playoffs, and Finals dates you need to know.

NBA Play-In starts tonight: The stakes, matchups and pressure points

Apr 14, 2026 @ 1:56pm

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FanSided

The NBA Play-In Tournament begins tonight. Here's what's on the line for the eight teams trying to earn the last few postseason spots.

Jayson Tatum’s insane Achilles recovery earns LeBron James’ stamp of celebration

Apr 14, 2026 @ 1:45pm

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ClutchPoints

The Boston Celtics have a legitimate chance to win the NBA Championship this season, and a lot of that has to do with the speedy recovery and stellar play of Jayson Tatum. After missing 10 months with a torn Achilles tendon suffered during Game 4 of the second round of the NBA playoffs against the […] The post Jayson Tatum’s insane Achilles recovery earns LeBron James’ stamp of celebration appeared first on ClutchPoints.

LeBron James declares Thunder the title favorite, but Steve Nash has some ‘nitpicks’

Apr 14, 2026 @ 1:25pm

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ClutchPoints

The NBA Playoffs are here. Most are anticipating the Oklahoma City Thunder repeating as NBA champions. They finished the season with the best record in the league at 64-18 and won their third straight 30-point game against the LA Lakers, 123-87, on April 7. Meanwhile, LeBron James has the Thunder winning outright, but his co-host on the […] The post LeBron James declares Thunder the title favorite, but Steve Nash has some ‘nitpicks’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Former NBA Player Says Lakers Can't Win With 'Four White Boys' On The Court

Apr 14, 2026 @ 1:20pm

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OutKick

Former NBA player Kenyon Martin says the Lakers cannot go far in the playoffs if they play "four white boys" together, like Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.

Lakers’ LeBron James feeling like a young kid again with ‘lit’ playoff mic drop

Apr 14, 2026 @ 12:56pm

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ClutchPoints

The Los Angeles Lakers recently learned that their first round opponent for the upcoming NBA playoffs will be the Houston Rockets, with the series set to begin on Saturday evening in LA. Unfortunately, the Lakers will be without both Austin Reaves and Luka Doncic at least at the beginning of this series, meaning the pressure […] The post Lakers’ LeBron James feeling like a young kid again with ‘lit’ playoff mic drop appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Mavericks React to Cooper Flagg Announcement After One NBA Season

Apr 14, 2026 @ 11:51am

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Athlon Sports

Cooper Flagg and the Dallas Mavericks focused on the future this 2025-26 NBA season. The Mavericks finished with a 26-56 record, good enough for No. 3 in the Southwest Division and No. 12 overall in the Western Conference. Dallas traded forward Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers for Anthony ...

"Shoot them all Bron" – Kevin Garnett urges LeBron James to go out guns blazing against Houston in the Playoffs – Basketball Network

Apr 14, 2026 @ 10:41am

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Basketball Network

"Shoot them all Bron" - Kevin Garnett urges LeBron James to go out guns blazing against Houston in the Playoffs Basketball Network

Luka Doncic Recovery Timeline Comes Into Focus After Lakers Star’s Spain Treatment

Apr 14, 2026 @ 10:28am

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Total Pro Sports

Luka Doncic’s recovery timeline after Spain treatment, with injections done and at least 10 days needed before Lakers star can safely return from hamstring injury.

Lakers Playoff Opponents on Alert Over Austin Reaves’ Potential Early Return

Apr 14, 2026 @ 9:56am

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Total Pro Sports

Lakers playoff opponents brace for Austin Reaves’ early return, as Brian Windhorst reports growing belief he could rejoin LeBron James despite Luka Doncic’s absence soon.

Injured Luka Doncic to Rejoin Lakers Ahead of Rockets Series Opener

Apr 14, 2026 @ 9:04am

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College Football Network

After recieving multiple injections on his injured hamstring in Spain, Luka Doncic is set to rejoin the team in LA ahead of first-round series.

‘Jerry West: The Logo’ offers a fascinating look at what made an NBA legend great and complex

Apr 14, 2026 @ 9:00am

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Awful Announcing

There will never be another like Jerry West again. West was a singular figure in sports history. He was so iconic that his silhouette inspired the NBA’s logo. As great a basketball player as he was, he was an even better basketball executive. He was the first three-time inductee into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of…

Lakers Get Concerning LeBron James Update Just Before Playoff Series vs Rockets

Apr 14, 2026 @ 8:09am

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Heavy

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers are getting prepared to play the Houston Rockets in the first round of the NBA playoffs. But news involving James’ future in Los Angeles won’t ease whether it’s the middle of the season or the week of the postseason. The Lakers have seen a devastating chain of events in the […] The post Lakers Get Concerning LeBron James Update Just Before Playoff Series vs Rockets appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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

Apr 14, 2026 @ 8:00am

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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...

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

Apr 14, 2026 @ 4:36am

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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.

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

Apr 14, 2026 @ 2:11am

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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."

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

Apr 14, 2026 @ 12:18am

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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.

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

Apr 14, 2026 @ 12:06am

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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.

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

Apr 14, 2026 @ 12:03am

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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.

"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

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Sportskeeda

"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

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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.

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

Apr 13, 2026 @ 10:58pm

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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.

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

Apr 13, 2026 @ 9:19pm

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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.