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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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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Lakers Announce LeBron James Injury Update Before NBA Playoffs

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LeBron James has had to carry a heavier load for the Los Angeles Lakers of late. This is after they lost both Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves to major injuries just weeks before the start of the NBA playoffs. The Lakers are optimistic they will get both Doncic and Reaves back for the postseason, but ...

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Lakers should be proud of 2025-26 season regardless of playoffs

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The Lakers’ postseason became murkier as soon as Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves went down with regular-season-ending injuries.  Suddenly, the Lakers went from one of the NBA’s hottest teams to viewed as the most vulnerable among the top-six seeds in the Western Conference.  The Lakers’ Big 3 of Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves and LeBron James...

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Kenyon Martin takes a shot at the Lakers and their ‘4 white boys’

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Kenyon Martin is not a believer in the Los Angeles Lakers heading into the playoffs. The retired former NBA All-Star Martin made waves this week with his comments about the Lakers on Gilbert Arenas’ “Gil’s Arena” show. Martin believes that the Lakers are not going anywhere this year because they rely on too many white … The post Kenyon Martin takes a shot at the Lakers and their ‘4 white boys’ appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Denver Nuggets’ Playoff Hopes Take Sudden Scary Turn Before Spurs Game

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The Denver Nuggets are back at home tonight to take on the second-best team in the Western Conference, the San Antonio Spurs. In their last matchup, the Nuggets came out victorious after a thrilling fourth quarter that saw both teams converting crucial baskets down the stretch.  Ultimately, it was Nikola Jokic who got the best […] The post Denver Nuggets’ Playoff Hopes Take Sudden Scary Turn Before Spurs Game appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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“Lakers Are Dead Birds”- Kendrick Perkins Sounds Off on Los Angeles Lakers With Brutal Playoff Outlook

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The Lakers enter the postseason facing a grim outlook after devastating injuries derailed their momentum. Kendrick Perkins predicts a first-round exit, citing the impossible burden on LeBron James.

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Lakers’ LeBron James talks adjusting to primary option role without Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves

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LeBron James is embracing old responsibilities as the current top star of the Los Angeles Lakers following injuries to Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. Los Angeles finds itself in a vulnerable spot going into the playoffs. They secured a postseason berth for the fourth consecutive year but see significant challenges heading their way. Doncic and […] The post Lakers’ LeBron James talks adjusting to primary option role without Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Kendrick Perkins sounds off with ‘first-round exit’ Lakers playoff prediction

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ESPN’s Kendrick Perkins didn’t hold back in his playoff prediction for the Los Angeles Lakers, using a dead-bird analogy in his outlook on the Western Conference. Perkins isn’t buying into the hype surrounding LeBron James and the Lakers blowout win against the Phoenix Suns without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. Perkins can’t see the Lakers […] The post Kendrick Perkins sounds off with ‘first-round exit’ Lakers playoff prediction appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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