Lakers Star LeBron James Makes NBA History in Game 1 Against Rockets
41-year-old LeBron James continues to make history as he leads the Lakers past the Rockets in Game 1 of their first-round playoff series.
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Ime Udoka Reveals Unfortunate Kevin Durant Incident After Game 1 Injury Update
The Houston Rockets and Los Angeles Lakers are both without key players for their first-round playoff matchup on Saturday.
4 Rockets bold predictions vs. Lakers in 2026 NBA Playoffs
The Los Angeles Lakers may be the higher No. 4 seed in their first-round series against the No. 5 Houston Rockets. However, they enter it as the firm underdogs, with 11 of 12 ESPN NBA experts backing Houston, and only two expecting the series to last seven games, per Yahoo Sports. This is in huge […] The post 4 Rockets bold predictions vs. Lakers in 2026 NBA Playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.
How facing Draymond Green, Warriors changed Alperen Sengun’s playoff approach
Alperen Sengun and the Houston Rockets are gearing up for their best-of-seven series against LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers in the first round of the playoffs. It is Sengun’s second straight appearance in the playoffs, and he is expected to carry a heavy load for the fifth-seeded Rockets, who will have homecourt disadvantage. […] The post How facing Draymond Green, Warriors changed Alperen Sengun’s playoff approach appeared first on ClutchPoints.
LeBron James Sends Kevin Durant Message Before Rockets Series
LeBron James and Kevin Durant will relive a long-standing rivalry in the first round of the NBA Playoffs. James’ Los Angeles Lakers will face Durant and the Houston Rockets in the first round of the postseason. It’s the fourth-seeded Lakers who will have home-court advantage against the ...
Lakers’ LeBron James reminds LA about Rockets’ major strength
The Los Angeles Lakers undoubtedly have a mammoth task ahead of them in the first-round series against the Houston Rockets, especially in the absence of Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. With Houston entering as the league’s most dominant rebounding unit and Los Angeles ranking near the bottom across every major glass metric, LeBron James sent […] The post Lakers’ LeBron James reminds LA about Rockets’ major strength appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Rockets HC Ime Udoka gets 100% real about Alperen Sengun relationship
The Houston Rockets enter the postseason with momentum and clarity, as their internal dynamic between head coach Ime Udoka and All-Star center Alperen Sengun continues to define the team’s identity. The Rockets secured the No. 5 seed in the West after a strong 52–30 regular season and will square off with the No. 4 seed […] The post Rockets HC Ime Udoka gets 100% real about Alperen Sengun relationship appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Lakers Starter Gives ‘Brutal’ Outlook on Kevin Durant Ahead of Playoffs
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.
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.
Final Injury Report for Grizzlies-Rockets: Will Kevin Durant, Alperen Sengun Play?
The Houston Rockets may be without multiple key players in Sunday night’s game against the Memphis Grizzlies.
Houston Rockets NBA Playoffs Picture: Updated Standings, Best Case Scenario After Loss To Timberwolves (Apr. 10)
The Houston Rockets clinch the #5 seed in the West following Friday's loss against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
NBA Player Props Today: Best Bets for Friday, April 10
These NBA prop bets for Friday lean on strong recent production, favorable individual matchups, and playoff pressure across the slate.
Timberwolves vs. Rockets prediction, odds, pick – 4/10/2026
We’re back to continue our NBA betting prediction and picks as the regular season winds down, turning attention towards the conclusion of this Western Conference rivalry as the Minnesota Timberwolves (47-33) take on the Houston Rockets (51-29). Check our NBA odds series for the Timberwolves-Rockets prediction and pick. The Minnesota Timberwolves are sixth in the Western Conference […] The post Timberwolves vs. Rockets prediction, odds, pick – 4/10/2026 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
4 best Giannis trades Bucks must consider after NBA Investigation
The relationship between Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks franchise is growing worse and worse by the day, so it seems, with Antetokounmpo making cryptic remarks all across the media amid the Bucks’ decision to hold him out of action. Antetokounmpo is asserting that he’s healthy enough to play, and the Bucks think otherwise; this […] The post 4 best Giannis trades Bucks must consider after NBA Investigation appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Where to Watch Timberwolves vs. Rockets Live: Streaming & TV Coverage Worldwide (Apr 10)
Houston Rockets seek revenge against Minnesota Timberwolves after last loss, riding a seven-game streak behind Kevin Durant and Alperen Sengun as Wolves struggle with poor form.
Where to Watch 76ers vs. Rockets Live: Streaming & TV Coverage Worldwide (Apr 9)
The Philadelphia 76ers face a red-hot Houston Rockets team in a matchup with major playoff implications on both sides.
Chris Broussard lays out perfect Giannis trade destination
With the relationship between Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks potentially strained amid the league’s investigation, speculation grows that a trade could come to fruition at some point during the offseason. On Tuesday, NBA Insider Chris Broussard argues why he thinks the Houston Rockets would be a perfect destination for Antetokounmpo. During the latest episode […] The post Chris Broussard lays out perfect Giannis trade destination appeared first on ClutchPoints.
“I Thought JJ Redick Was Aggressive”: Fans Mock Rockets HC Ime Udoka For Unleashing on Alperen Sengun
Even though the Houston Rockets won a close game against the Golden State Warriors, head coach Ime Udoka was livid with Alperen Sengun.
Official NBA Report Details Two Incorrect Calls Costing Warriors Against Rockets
Stephen Curry looked sharp after two months out, dropping 29 points and leading a rally that cut a 15-point deficit to one before Golden State fell short.
NBA fesses up to two poor calls benefitting Rockets in Sunday’s Warriors loss
As Stephen Curry was back for the Golden State Warriors on Sunday, it came in a 117-116 loss to the Houston Rockets, though the latest from the NBA reveals that the officiating crew got a few calls wrong towards the end of the game. Though Curry excelled for the Warriors in his return, it could’ve […] The post NBA fesses up to two poor calls benefitting Rockets in Sunday’s Warriors loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Ime Udoka Loses His Cool on Alperen Sengun Before Benching Him for Missing Wide-Open Three
Ime Udoka fumes as Alperen Sengun misses a wide-open three, benches him mid-game, as the Houston Rockets battle the Stephen Curry-led Golden State Warriors in a tense showdown.
Rockets vs. Warriors Post-Game Stats: Kevin Durant & Co. Ruin Stephen Curry’s Comeback Night
Stephen Curry returned to the Warriors lineup on Sunday against the Houston Rockets, but the Warriors ultimately lost the game, 116-117.
Rockets fans erupt with reactions to wild ending in win vs. Warriors
Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry made his much-awaited return from a knee injury on Sunday, but it was Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun who had a heroic moment. Sengun sank the game-winning bucket with 11.1 seconds left to lift the Rockets past the Warriors, 117-116, at Chase Center and notch their sixth straight victory. […] The post Rockets fans erupt with reactions to wild ending in win vs. Warriors appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Rockets vs. Warriors: Prediction, Probable Starting Lineups, and Head-to-Head Stats (Apr 5)
Mark the calendar for an exciting game as the Houston Rockets face the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center on April 5