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Lakers’ Deandre Ayton ejected from Game 4 after flagrant 2 foul on Alperen Sengun

Things have gone from bad to worse for the Los Angeles Lakers in their first attempt at closing out their first-round matchup against the Houston Rockets. The Rockets have built upon their nine-point lead at the halftime intermission and pushed it deep into double digits. And with the Lakers floundering, the Rockets’ aggressiveness and desperation […] The post Lakers’ Deandre Ayton ejected from Game 4 after flagrant 2 foul on Alperen Sengun appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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BREAKING: Los Angeles Lakers Player Ejected From Game 4 Against Rockets

On Sunday night, the Los Angeles Lakers are playing Game 4 of their first-round playoff series against the Houston Rockets in Texas.The Lakers can sweep the series with a victory.Deandre Ayton had 19 points and ten rebounds while shooting 9/12 from the field in his first 25 minutes of playing time.Lakers Player Ejected From Game […] The post BREAKING: Los Angeles Lakers Player Ejected From Game 4 Against Rockets appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Deandre Ayton Reveals LeBron James' Serious Warning for Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers have a commanding 2-0 lead over the Houston Rockets in their first-round NBA playoffs series. LeBron James has been leading the charge for a Lakers side that is missing both Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves due to injury. James has been L.A.’s driving force in the first two ...

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Lakers Get Huge Boost as Rockets Announce Kevin Durant Injury News Before Game 3

The Los Angeles Lakers have absorbed all the momentum they could possibly dream of after the first two games of the 2026 NBA playoffs.  No one believed they would hear (or read) these words just a few weeks after April 2: No Luka Doncic, no Austin Reaves. No problem. Of course, that was the day […] The post Lakers Get Huge Boost as Rockets Announce Kevin Durant Injury News Before Game 3 appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Deandre Ayton reveals what he couldn’t wait to show in the playoffs

LOS ANGELES – Coming into their opening round playoff series against the Houston Rockets, the Los Angeles Lakers knew that limiting All-Star big man Alperen Sengun was going to be a major point of focus. Through the Lakers’ first two games of the playoffs, Deandre Ayton has done an incredible job matching up with his […] The post Deandre Ayton reveals what he couldn’t wait to show in the playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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What LeBron James found ‘insane’ about Game 1 win vs. Rockets

LOS ANGELES – With Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves sidelined indefinitely, it meant that other players on the roster were going to get an opportunity to be part of the Los Angeles Lakers’ playoff rotation. Through the week of practice leading up to Game 1 against the Rockets, head coach JJ Redick settled on Bronny […] The post What LeBron James found ‘insane’ about Game 1 win vs. Rockets appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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LeBron James Reacts to Lakers Teammate's Performance Against Rockets

LeBron James led the Los Angeles Lakers against the Houston Rockets in Game 1 of their NBA playoffs matchup. James orchestrated the offense from the get-go, logging eight assists in the first quarter.  The 23-year veteran finished the game with 19 points, eight rebounds and 13 assists. He also ...

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Luke Kennard Sends Strong Message After Big Game for Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers got a big Game 1 win against the Houston Rockets, 107-98, led by Luke Kennard. The 2025-26 NBA three-point percentage leader scored a game-high 27 points. Kennard was efficient from the field, shooting 69.2% and 5-of-5 from three. During this season’s trade deadline, the ...

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Lakers Risk Angering LeBron James With Controversial Decision Before Rockets Game 2

The Los Angeles Lakers may have to make a major rotation decision ahead of Game 2 against the Rockets that could upset LeBron James. The post Lakers Risk Angering LeBron James With Controversial Decision Before Rockets Game 2 appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Clint Capela on Deandre Ayton’s jab: ‘I was surprised’

Two months ago, Deandre Ayton was frustrated he wasn’t getting the respect he felt he deserved. After talking to the media following a 21-point, 13-rebound performance against the Magic on Feb. 24, he made an offhanded comment as he walked toward the shower. “They’re trying to make me Clint Capela,” he said. “I’m not no Clint Capela.” The...

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Lakers’ LeBron James NBA history even John Stockton couldn’t match in win over Rockets

It was LeBron James leading the way on Saturday night, as the Los Angeles Lakers opened their first-round playoff series with a 107-98 Game 1 win versus the Houston Rockets at Crypto.com Arena. Playing without injured scorers Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, James finished with 19 points, 13 assists, and eight rebounds in 38 minutes. […] The post Lakers’ LeBron James NBA history even John Stockton couldn’t match in win over Rockets appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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LeBron James Reveals What Playing With Bronny James in the Playoffs Really Meant to Him

The Los Angeles Lakers opened their first-round playoff series with a 107-98 win over the Houston Rockets on Saturday night, overcoming multiple injuries and taking an early 1-0 lead. Los Angeles played without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, while Houston was missing Kevin Durant because of a right knee contusion. LeBron James again carried a […] The post LeBron James Reveals What Playing With Bronny James in the Playoffs Really Meant to Him appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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JJ Redick Sends Clear Message on Kevin Durant Injury After Lakers’ Game 1 Win

The Los Angeles Lakers opened their first-round playoff series with a 107-98 victory over the Houston Rockets on Saturday night, overcoming major absences and taking a 1-0 lead. Los Angeles entered the postseason without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, while Houston was forced to play without Kevin Durant after he was ruled out with a […] The post JJ Redick Sends Clear Message on Kevin Durant Injury After Lakers’ Game 1 Win appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Lakers’ JJ Redick gives props to Deandre Ayton for two-way play vs. Rockets

JJ Redick had high praises for Deandre Ayton following the star center’s performance in the Los Angeles Lakers’ Game 1 win over the Houston Rockets in the first round on Saturday night. Ayton took part in his playoff debut as a member of the Lakers. It marked his first time playing in the postseason since […] The post Lakers’ JJ Redick gives props to Deandre Ayton for two-way play vs. Rockets appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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NBA Legend Magic Johnson Reacts To Rockets-Lakers Game

On Saturday night, the Los Angeles Lakers played the Houston Rockets (at home) for Game 1 of their first-round playoff series.The Lakers won by a score of 107-98 to take a 1-0 lead.Luke Kennard led the way with 27 points, four rebounds and three assists while shooting 9/13 from the field and 5/5 from three-point […] The post NBA Legend Magic Johnson Reacts To Rockets-Lakers Game appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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JJ Redick says quiet part out loud about Lakers’ playoff experience

LOS ANGELES – Experience matters in the NBA playoffs, and for the Los Angeles Lakers, they have quite a bit of it. Even with Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves sidelined indefinitely, Lakers head coach JJ Redick can go down his roster when it comes to experience he can count on. Prior to Game 1 of […] The post JJ Redick says quiet part out loud about Lakers’ playoff experience appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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