Kevin Durant’s Ex-Teammate Sends Strong Warning to Rockets Superstar Ahead of Playoff Series vs. LeBron James’ Lakers
Kendrick Perkins delivers a blunt message to Kevin Durant about taking on 41-year-old LeBron James and the depleted Lakers.
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Lakers’ Marcus Smart gets 100% real about facing Kevin Durant in the playoffs
The Los Angeles Lakers enter the 2026 NBA playoffs after finishing the regular season 53-29, securing the No. 4 seed in the Western Conference with a 131-107 win over the Utah Jazz on Sunday night. That result locked in a first-round matchup against the Houston Rockets. Although the Lakers won the season series 2-1 against […] The post Lakers’ Marcus Smart gets 100% real about facing Kevin Durant in the playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.
JJ Redick Makes Feelings Clear on Lakers Drawing Rockets in First-Round Without Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves
JJ Redick vows the LA Lakers will fight and try to win their playoff series against the Houston Rockets despite missing Austin Reaves and Luka Doncic.
“A guy who averaged 34-8-8 ” – Shannon Sharpe says LeBron James needs to turn back the clock if the Lakers want to survive the first round of the playoffs – Basketball Network
“A guy who averaged 34-8-8 ” - Shannon Sharpe says LeBron James needs to turn back the clock if the Lakers want to survive the first round of the playoffs Basketball Network
Kendrick Perkins shuts down Lakers' playoff hopes even with Luka Doncic comeback: "I can say they're 95% cooked" – Basketball Network
Kendrick Perkins shuts down Lakers' playoff hopes even with Luka Doncic comeback: "I can say they're 95% cooked" Basketball Network
2026 Lakers Playoffs Schedule: First-Round Matchup, TV, Date, Time and More
A look at the LA Lakers' schedule after clinching the No. 4 seed of the Western Conference playoffs.
What Does the Legacy Patch on LeBron James' Jersey Mean? Closer Look at Another Milestone for Lakers Superstar – Sportskeeda
What Does the Legacy Patch on LeBron James' Jersey Mean? Closer Look at Another Milestone for Lakers Superstar Sportskeeda
“Bronny Is a Benchwarmer at Best”: Fans React to Bronny James’ Sizzling Shooting Against Worst Western Conference Team
Fans mock Bronny James' hot shooting against the Utah Jazz on Sunday.
Major Update on Luka Doncic Status for Lakers-Rockets Playoff Series
Luka Doncic is not expected to be ready for Game 1 of the Lakers versus Rockets playoff series that begins on Saturday. The post Major Update on Luka Doncic Status for Lakers-Rockets Playoff Series appeared first on Heavy Sports.
"Deserves Apologies From So Many": NBA Fans Praise Bronny James' Efficient 11-Point Game as Lakers Guard Gets Comfortable – Sportskeeda
"Deserves Apologies From So Many": NBA Fans Praise Bronny James' Efficient 11-Point Game as Lakers Guard Gets Comfortable Sportskeeda
Lakers Issued Strong Warning Ahead of Rockets Playoff Series
Rockets HC Ime Udoka has issued a warning to the Lakers, suggesting that his team has "flipped the switch" since their last encounters. The post Lakers Issued Strong Warning Ahead of Rockets Playoff Series appeared first on Heavy Sports.
NBA World Reacts To Los Angeles Lakers Announcing Roster Decision Before Playoffs
On Sunday night, the Los Angeles Lakers played the final game of their 2026 regular season when they hosted the Utah Jazz.The Lakers won by a score of 131-107.Deandre Ayton led the way with 22 points and ten rebounds while shooting 10/14 from the field in 26 minutes of playing time.Los Angeles Lakers Announce Roster […] The post NBA World Reacts To Los Angeles Lakers Announcing Roster Decision Before Playoffs appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Deandre Ayton was clueless about Lakers’ first-round opponent in playoffs
The Los Angeles Lakers have a tough task ahead as they will go up against the Houston Rockets in the first round of the playoffs. The Lakers will be severely handicapped, as Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves are expected to sit out the series due to a hamstring injury and an oblique injury, respectively. With […] The post Deandre Ayton was clueless about Lakers’ first-round opponent in playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Deandre Ayton admits he felt surprised that the Lakers' postseason matchup is the Rockets – sportingnews.com
Deandre Ayton admits he felt surprised that the Lakers' postseason matchup is the Rockets sportingnews.com
JJ Redick reveals reality of preparing for Lakers’ tough playoff series vs. Rockets
LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Lakers controlled what they could with a 131-107 win against the Utah Jazz on the final day of the regular season. But with the Denver Nuggets defeating the San Antonio Spurs, the Lakers were locked into the No. 4 seed and will face the Houston Rockets in the opening […] The post JJ Redick reveals reality of preparing for Lakers’ tough playoff series vs. Rockets appeared first on ClutchPoints.
‘It Makes Me So Mad’ – 7-Time NBA Champion Blasts LeBron James’ Critics As Lakers Star Wraps Historic 23rd Season
Robert Horry defends Lakers forward LeBron James, claiming the 41-year-old remains better than most of the current league.
Lakers fans will love Marcus Smart’s update after blowout vs. Jazz
The Los Angeles Lakers had no trouble disposing of the Utah Jazz, 131-107, at Crypto.com Arena on Sunday. The Lakers ended the regular season with a three-game winning streak, compiling a 53-29 record, including 28-13 at home. The Lakers held a comfortable lead at halftime, 65-42, and did not look back. They had the chance […] The post Lakers fans will love Marcus Smart’s update after blowout vs. Jazz appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Jazz vs. Lakers Post-Game Stats: LA Secure 4th Seed With Win to Set Up Playoff Clash vs. Houston Rockets
The Lakers are now set to face the Houston Rockets in the first round of the playoffs after a 131-107 win over the Jazz.
Exclusive: How Nick Smith Jr. has navigated challenging Lakers season
When the Los Angeles Lakers signed Nick Smith Jr. to a two-way contract before the start of the season, he was walking into a situation unfamiliar to him. It meant plenty of time spent in the G League for Smith with the Lakers’ South Bay affiliate. He had played in the G League before on […] The post Exclusive: How Nick Smith Jr. has navigated challenging Lakers season appeared first on ClutchPoints.
NBA Announces Details for Lakers vs Rockets Game 1
The Los Angeles Lakers‘ hot streak in March had them sitting in the Western Conference’s third seed for a while. However, the Denver Nuggets recently took advantage of LA’s struggles as injuries piled up. After the Nuggets jumped the Lakers in the standings, they didn’t look back. With 11-straight wins, the Nuggets locked up the […] The post NBA Announces Details for Lakers vs Rockets Game 1 appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Kendrick Perkins hits Rockets’ Kevin Durant with LeBron James warning
Kevin Durant and LeBron James are gearing up for another showdown in the playoffs as the Houston Rockets and the Los Angeles Lakers will duke it out next week. Durant’s former teammate Kendrick Perkins says he better not lose to James’ Lakers. Uploading a new episode of the Perk Unplugged show, Perkins does go on […] The post Kendrick Perkins hits Rockets’ Kevin Durant with LeBron James warning appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Lakers beat Jazz, finish 2025-26 as fourth seed in West
There were three keys for the Lakers to have a successful Sunday to close out the regular season.
Lakers’ JJ Redick uses Rory McIlroy as excuse for press conference tardiness
Los Angeles Lakers coach JJ Redick was a few minutes late to his media conference at Crypto.com Arena on Sunday ahead of their game against the Utah Jazz. It was their last assignment in the regular season, and it was easy to assume that Redick had to spend more time talking to his players. Hence, […] The post Lakers’ JJ Redick uses Rory McIlroy as excuse for press conference tardiness appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The LeBron James conversation that changed the Lakers season
LOS ANGELES – During a recent episode of the ‘Mind The Game’ podcast, Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James revealed a conversation he had with Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves about how to play when he was on the court. He stressed playing their games and not trying to cater too much to him, that […] The post The LeBron James conversation that changed the Lakers season appeared first on ClutchPoints.