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JJ Redick vows the LA Lakers will fight and try to win their playoff series against the Houston Rockets despite missing Austin Reaves and Luka Doncic.
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.
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.
When the Los Angeles Lakers signed Nick Smith Jr. to a two-way contract before the start of the season, he was walking into a situation unfamiliar to him. It meant plenty of time spent in the G League for Smith with the Lakers’ South Bay affiliate. He had played in the G League before on […] The post Exclusive: How Nick Smith Jr. has navigated challenging Lakers season appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Los Angeles Lakers coach JJ Redick was a few minutes late to his media conference at Crypto.com Arena on Sunday ahead of their game against the Utah Jazz. It was their last assignment in the regular season, and it was easy to assume that Redick had to spend more time talking to his players. Hence, […] The post Lakers’ JJ Redick uses Rory McIlroy as excuse for press conference tardiness appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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.
The Los Angeles Lakers announced starting lineup and injury report for season finale vs Utah Jazz after a final LeBron James injury update. The post Lakers Announce Starting Lineup Decision Vs Jazz After LeBron James News appeared first on Heavy Sports.
The Los Angeles Lakers will close out their 2025-26 regular season on Sunday night with a home matchup against the Utah Jazz, and their playoff positioning remains at stake entering the final day. The Lakers enter the contest with a 52-29 record and a chance to climb to the No. 3 seed in the Western […] The post Lakers Get Good News on LeBron James in Latest Injury Update appeared first on Heavy Sports.
The Los Angeles Lakers face the Utah Jazz with LeBron James day-to-day due to a foot injury, while Marcus Smart's availability remains uncertain after Luka Doncic exits regular season.
The Lakers are now the betting favorites to finish as the third seed and face the Timberwolves in the first round of the NBA playoffs. The post Lakers Get Shocking Update on Playoffs Matchup Amid Nuggets News appeared first on Heavy Sports.
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.
Just as the Los Angeles Lakers were looking like one of the biggest threats in the Western Conference, they suffered multiple major setbacks. That gave the Denver Nuggets an opportunity to snatch the third seed. Suddenly, the Nuggets are the hottest team in the West with an 11-game winning streak. And Lakers head coach JJ […] The post Nuggets Coach’s Luka Doncic Statement Proves JJ Redick Wrong appeared first on Heavy Sports.
The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Phoenix Suns on Friday to guarantee a top-four spot in the Western Conference playoffs. And head coach JJ Redick wanted to make sure that he was proving the doubters wrong in doing so. It’s been a dramatic year in Tinseltown. The future status of LeBron James looks uncertain. Reports…
Jarred Vanderbilt shared that he and JJ Redick discussed the heated altercation during the game against the OKC Thunder, and noted that both have moved on from the incident
Los Angeles Lakers playoff scenarios hinge on the final game, with Luka Doncic's injury and the seeding battle determining potential matchups against the Houston Rockets or the Minnesota Timberwolves.
The Los Angeles Lakers enter the final weekend of the 2025-26 NBA regular season in a vulnerable position, short-handed due to significant injuries. With star guard Luka Doncic sidelined by a Grade 2 left hamstring strain and key contributor Austin Reaves out with a Grade 2 left oblique muscle injury, the team sits at 51-29, … The post JJ Redick admits rivals eager to face injury-hit Lakers appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Lakers coach JJ Redick claims opposing teams are excited to play their injury ravaged roster in the playoffs.
JJ Redick is fully aware of how playoff teams in the Western Conference are looking at the Los Angeles Lakers as they near the end of the 2025-26 regular season. 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 […] The post Lakers’ JJ Redick gets real on Western Conference seeding: ‘Everybody wants to play us’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.
LOS ANGELES – Help is on the way for the banged up Los Angeles Lakers as Marcus Smart is set to make his injury return against the Phoenix Suns on Friday. Smart’s return comes at a crucial time when the Lakers are still fighting for playoff positioning in the Western Conference standings. Prior to the […] The post JJ Redick reveals Marcus Smart plan amid injury return appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Lakers coach JJ Redick understands the stigma that surrounds Luke Kennard. Not just now. And not just during Kennard’s nine years as an NBA player. But likely his entire basketball career going back to when he was a kid. “It’s easy because he’s a white guy that shoots well, to just think he’s just a...
Deandre Ayton reacts after JJ Redick called him out as the Lakers center delivers a strong performance against the Warriors. The post Lakers’ Deandre Ayton Reacts After JJ Redick Called Him Out appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Deandre Ayton acknowledges JJ Redick's public criticism, admitting his lack of effort becomes contagious for the Los Angeles Lakers.
Last month, JJ Redick became the first Los Angeles Lakers head coach since Phil Jackson to post back-to-back 50-win seasons. He also joined an exclusive list of Lakers coaches to have won 50+ games in his first two seasons, including Butch van Breda Kolff, Paul Westhead and Pat Riley. And Redick isn’t going anywhere anytime […] The post Insider puts JJ Redick in coaching untouchables list appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Deandre Ayton had 21 points on 9-of-11 shooting in the Los Angeles Lakers' 119-103 win over the Golden State Warriors on Thursday. The post Lakers’ JJ Redick Sounds off on Deandre Ayton After Warriors Game appeared first on Heavy Sports.
