Lakers’ Austin Reaves Sends Strong Warning to Thunder
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Alperen Sengun Drops Mic on Trade Rumors After Houston Rockets Elimination
Sengun addressed the noise post-elimination, making his stance clear as speculation grows around Houston’s next big roster move.
Lakers Drop Significant News on Star Ahead of Game 1 vs Thunder
Getting ready to face a mountainous task, the Los Angeles Lakers sense the opportunity ahead. The Lakers took care of business in the first round by defeating the Houston Rockets in six games. Things got hairy briefly with the Lakers losing back-to-back games to allow the Rockets to pull within a game of tying the […] The post Lakers Drop Significant News on Star Ahead of Game 1 vs Thunder appeared first on HEAVY.
JJ Redick Gets High Praise from Thunder’s Champion Mentor Ahead of Round 2
Ahead of their NBA playoffs clash in Round 2, LA Lakers coach JJ Redick received high praise from OKC Thunder’s champion coach Mark Daigneault. According to Daigneault, Redick has been doing a great job as the Lakers’ head tactician for two years since transitioning from an NBA analyst to a head coach with the most […] The post JJ Redick Gets High Praise from Thunder’s Champion Mentor Ahead of Round 2 appeared first on HEAVY.
Will Anderson Jr. reacts to his unexpected interaction with LeBron James
Houston Texans defensive end Will Anderson Jr. seemingly couldn’t believe his interaction with LeBron James during an NBA playoff game on Friday. Anderson turned heads when he helped the four-time NBA Most Valuable Player get up from the floor during Game 6 of the Los Angeles Lakers series against the Houston Rockets at the Toyota … The post Will Anderson Jr. reacts to his unexpected interaction with LeBron James appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
5 Houston Rockets who won't be back next season after first-round flop
Houston's season ended not with a bang but a whimper, and now some hard questions need to be asked.
Lakers Locker Room Goes Wild With Unique GOAT Tribute to LeBron James After Round 1 Victory
Lakers players celebrated LeBron James with goat chants after Game 6, as JJ Redick praised his leadership in leading the team into the next round.
Three Best Fits If Houston Rockets Trade Kevin Durant as Locker Room Fractures Emerge After First-Round Exit
The Houston Rockets are out of the playoffs after suffering a 98-78 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 6, and Kevin Durant's future has once again been brought under scrutiny.
Amen Thompson under fire for an alleged dirty play on Austin Reaves
Amen Thompson went out sad during Friday’s season-ending loss. Thompson and the Houston Rockets fell at home on Friday night in Game 6 of their first-round playoff series against the Los Angeles Lakers. They lost in front of their home crowd at Toyota Center in Houston, Texas by a final score of 98-78, giving the … The post Amen Thompson under fire for an alleged dirty play on Austin Reaves appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Ime Udoka’s Future in Houston Drawing Attention as Key Decision Becomes Talking Point After Elimination
Questions around Ime Udoka are picking up after Houston’s exit, as one looming decision quickly turns into a major talking point.
Amen Thompson Reportedly in Line for Massive Nine-Figure Contract Extension This Summer
Houston is eyeing a major deal for Amen Thompson, with reports pointing to a nine-figure extension signaling big belief in his future.
Lakers news: Luka Doncic gets injury timeline update for Thunder series
The Los Angeles Lakers have defeated the Houston Rockets and advanced to the second round of the NBA playoffs, where they’ll take on the Oklahoma City Thunder. Now, a lot of eyes will turn to Luka Doncic and his injury status. Doncic has been out since early April with a Grade 2 hamstring strain, coincidentally […] The post Lakers news: Luka Doncic gets injury timeline update for Thunder series appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Rockets’ Jabari Smith Jr. preaches one day at a time mindset ahead of Game 6
The Houston Rockets have found a way to keep their playoff hopes alive after winning Games 4 and 5 against the Los Angeles Lakers to avoid elimination. With Game 6 set to tip off on Friday night, Jabari Smith Jr. reveals the mindset he and his teammates have for the upcoming contest. While speaking with […] The post Rockets’ Jabari Smith Jr. preaches one day at a time mindset ahead of Game 6 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
How Many Times Has NBA Punished Lakers’ Luke Kennard?
The Los Angeles Lakers’ Game 4 battle against the Houston Rockets included a rare occurrence for the veteran sharpshooter, Luke Kennard. On the day after the game, the NBA announced that Kennard would be among two Lakers fined. According to the April 27 statement, Kennard was hit with a $25,000 fine from the league. Marcus […] The post How Many Times Has NBA Punished Lakers’ Luke Kennard? appeared first on HEAVY.
Is Austin Reaves Playing Tonight? Latest Update as Lakers Talks Around Guard’s Game 5 Return Heat Up (Apr. 29)
Austin Reaves final injury update for Game 5 vs Rockets.
Lakers star LeBron James calls out ‘disingenuous’ haters who criticize his NBA Finals record
As the Los Angeles Lakers prepare for Game 5 of their first-round series against the Houston Rockets on Wednesday night, LeBron James addressed long-standing criticism surrounding his NBA Finals record, calling out what he described as “disingenuous” narratives tied to his career. In a year-long conversation with ESPN’s Dave McMenamin, James reflected on the scrutiny […] The post Lakers star LeBron James calls out ‘disingenuous’ haters who criticize his NBA Finals record appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Lakers Concerns Raised on ‘Tough’ Austin Reaves Return Decision
The Lakers are up, 3-1, in their opening series against the Rockets and are expected to get Austin Reaves back for Game 5. The post Lakers Concerns Raised on ‘Tough’ Austin Reaves Return Decision appeared first on HEAVY.
Chemistry issues could haunt Lakers if Austin Reaves returns in Game 5
If Austin Reaves returns to the starting lineup in Game 5, the Los Angeles Lakers face a tough lineup decision. Here’s who could head to the bench against the Rockets.
This Might be the Biggest Harry Potter Fan in the NBA
Harry Potter fandom probably isn’t the first thing that comes to mind when you think about Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun.The 23-year-old Turkish national is having a breakout postseason for the fourth-seeded Rockets, averaging 20.5 points per game through four games. However, a recent feature by The Athletic highlighted a new side to Sengun.In the […] The post This Might be the Biggest Harry Potter Fan in the NBA appeared first on HEAVY.
‘Houston Was Overrated All F**king Year’ — 9-Year NBA Veteran Predicts Lakers Will Close Out Rockets in Game 5
Despite winning Game 4, one NBA veteran believes it is a wrap for the Houston Rockets when they come to Los Angeles for Game 5.
Austin Reaves Gets Brutally Honest About Recent Injury Struggles
Austin Reaves opened up on the struggling journey he faced since he suffered a grade-2 oblique strain.
Lakers Luka Doncic Clears Major Hurdle Toward Round 2 Return Date
Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Dončić reportedly cleared a major hurdle as his potential Round 2 return date comes into sharper focus. The post Lakers Luka Doncic Clears Major Hurdle Toward Round 2 Return Date appeared first on HEAVY.
5 Blockbuster Trade Targets Rockets Could Chase Amid Explosive Overhaul Rumors ft. Joel Embiid
The Houston Rockets are still breathing after they won Game 4 against the Los Angeles Lakers.
Luke Kennard claps back at critics who demanded more aggression
LOS ANGELES – By now there’s no question that the Los Angeles Lakers’ acquisition of Luke Kennard was the steal of the trade deadline. Kennard has been invaluable to the team during the playoffs in their opening round series against the Houston Rockets. Lakers head coach JJ Redick has put Luke Kennard at point guard, […] The post Luke Kennard claps back at critics who demanded more aggression appeared first on ClutchPoints.