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

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.

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

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.

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

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...

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

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.

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

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 […]

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

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.

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Stephen A. Smith makes brutal prediction about Lakers’ playoff chances

The NBA playoffs field is set, and LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers will face Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets in the first round. Unfortunately for LA, Austin Reaves and Luka Doncic are out with injuries, making the playoff path even more difficult. On Monday, ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith had a brutal … The post Stephen A. Smith makes brutal prediction about Lakers’ playoff chances appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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