Rockets star Kevin Durant ruled out for crucial Game 5 vs. Lakers
Rockets star Kevin Durant won't be available for Game 5 of the Lakers-Rockets first round playoff series on Wednesday.
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Former Kevin Durant Teammate Says Other Teams Don’t Want Him
Former Kevin Durant teammate Kendrick Perkins made a bold comment about how teams around the league feel about the former MVP right now. Durant is under fire for missing most of the Houston Rockets first-round series against the Los Angeles Lakers and not sitting on the bench during Game 3. Another failed season with more […] The post Former Kevin Durant Teammate Says Other Teams Don’t Want Him appeared first on HEAVY.
Jabari Smith Jr. believes Rockets are better than Lakers despite 3-1 deficit
With their backs against the wall, the Houston Rockets have no choice but to remain defiant. They are only one loss away from being eliminated in the first round of the playoffs for the second straight year, as they are down, 3-1, against the Los Angeles Lakers in their best-of-seven series. The Rockets saved their […] The post Jabari Smith Jr. believes Rockets are better than Lakers despite 3-1 deficit appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Warriors linked to blockbuster Kevin Durant trade after playoffs – sportingnews.com
Warriors linked to blockbuster Kevin Durant trade after playoffs sportingnews.com
"Hell no, he's not" – Kendrick Perkins doesn't think Kevin Durant is a desirable trade target going into the off-season – Basketball Network
"Hell no, he's not" - Kendrick Perkins doesn't think Kevin Durant is a desirable trade target going into the off-season Basketball Network
Rockets Reveal Kevin Durant’s Message Before Game 5 vs Lakers
Since Game 3 of the first-round series between the Houston Rockets and the Los Angeles Lakers, one of the biggest questions from outsiders has been about how much Kevin Durant is involved with the team as he recovers from a setback. After Durant was ruled out for Game 3 due to a sprained ankle, his […] The post Rockets Reveal Kevin Durant’s Message Before Game 5 vs Lakers appeared first on HEAVY.
Kendrick Perkins dismisses Kevin Durant being a desirable player: ‘Hell no’
While Kevin Durant might be one-and-done with the Houston Rockets, Kendrick Perkins thinks he should just be done. With Houston down 3-1 to LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers in the first-round of the NBA playoffs, Durant’s future with the Rockets is unsurprisingly in doubt. Durant has played in just one game during the…
Alperen Sengun Sends Chilling Warning to Lakers With Bold Physicality Claim
Alperen Sengun issued a bold warning about physicality after Game 4, as the Rockets stay alive against the Lakers with rising tension in the playoff series.
Suns’ Dillon Brooks takes NBA Cancun meme to new level with ‘beach’ offseason plans
On Monday, the Phoenix Suns’ 2025-26 season came to an end with a sweep at the hands of the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Suns defied expectations this year by making it to the playoffs in what was thought to be a down year for the team, but they ultimately came up well short against the […] The post Suns’ Dillon Brooks takes NBA Cancun meme to new level with ‘beach’ offseason plans appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Fantasy Basketball Dynasty 2026-27: Veterans to Move Before Their Value Drops
In a Dynasty league, winning isn't just about who you draft, it’s about knowing when to say goodbye. The biggest mistake managers make is holding onto a superstar until their value hits zero. To stay competitive, you must master the sell-high move, which is trading a veteran while they still have ...
Former NBA Champion Questions If Kevin Durant Is Worth Disrupting Team Culture
A former NBA champion questioned whether Kevin Durant is worth disrupting a team’s culture.
Former NBA Champion Reveals Perfect Trade Target for Pistons and Cade Cunningham
A former NBA champion revealed the perfect trade target for the Pistons to pair with Cade Cunningham.
‘Who Wants Him?’ — NBA Analyst Urges Rockets to Shop Kevin Durant to These 6 Teams if They Can’t Land Giannis Antetokounmpo
With the season looking close to over, one analyst has six trade destinations for Kevin Durant if the Rockets move on from him.
Suns’ Dillon Brooks stays defiant until end as Phoenix gets swept by Thunder
With the Phoenix Suns suffering a sweep at the hands of the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 4, a 131-122 loss on Monday night, some could argue that the team overachieved this season. With Suns stars Dillon Brooks and Devin Booker reacting after the sweep, the former would have a defiant take on how the […] The post Suns’ Dillon Brooks stays defiant until end as Phoenix gets swept by Thunder appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Is Kevin Durant Playing in Game 5? Latest Update on Rockets Star’s Injury Status vs. Lakers
Kevin Durant is officially out for Game 5 against the Lakers, leaving the Houston Rockets' postseason hanging by a thread.
Alperen Sengun Sends Warning to Lakers Ahead of Game 5
Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun sent a stern warning to the Los Angeles Lakers ahead of their Game 5 playoff matchup on Wednesday.The Lakers won the first three games of the series before the Rockets were able to take Game 4 with their backs up against the wall and force a Game 5. The two […] The post Alperen Sengun Sends Warning to Lakers Ahead of Game 5 appeared first on HEAVY.
Rockets Give Important Kevin Durant Update Before Game 5 vs Lakers
All signs are pointing to Kevin Durant potentially missing the Houston Rockets’ Game 5 action against the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday, April 29. On Tuesday, the Rockets hit the practice court. While Durant was present in the building, he was not participating in basketball activity. According to reporters in attendance, Durant was doing treadmill […] The post Rockets Give Important Kevin Durant Update Before Game 5 vs Lakers appeared first on HEAVY.
Mat Ishbia already plotting next move in message to Suns fans after Thunder sweep
On Monday evening, the Phoenix Suns’ 2025-26 season came to an end with a Game 4 home loss at the hands of the Oklahoma City Thunder, completing a sweep of their first round playoff matchup. While it was an unceremonious end to the season, the Suns still performed well above expectations this year, making the […] The post Mat Ishbia already plotting next move in message to Suns fans after Thunder sweep appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Pistons urged to make Kevin Durant trade by Jeff Teague amid flop vs. Magic
On Monday evening, the Detroit Pistons fell into an inexplicable 3-1 hole in their first round playoff series against the Orlando Magic with a brutal 94-88 loss on the road in Game 4. The Pistons continued to struggle mightily to put the ball in the basket during this game, and the team is now in […] The post Pistons urged to make Kevin Durant trade by Jeff Teague amid flop vs. Magic appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Rockets vs. Lakers – 2026 NBA Playoffs: Game Preview, Odds, and Injury Updates (Apr 29)
Shorthanded Lakers lead Rockets 3-1 as Deandre Ayton’s bold two-way claim sets tone, with Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves injury updates looming before Game 5 showdown
Warriors’ Draymond Green blasts ‘bulls**t’ haters questioning Kevin Durant’s injury
Draymond Green has had enough. In a passionate and unfiltered defense of his former Golden State Warriors teammate Kevin Durant, the veteran forward went off on critics who have questioned whether the Houston Rockets superstar is truly injured or simply quitting on his team during their first-round playoff series against the Los Angeles Lakers. “KD […] The post Warriors’ Draymond Green blasts ‘bulls**t’ haters questioning Kevin Durant’s injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Luka Doncic Injury Update: Lakers Get Major News on Star’s Return Ahead of Game 5
The Luka Doncic-less Los Angeles Lakers are gearing up for a pivotal Game 5 against the Houston Rockets as the first round of the NBA playoffs continue. A disappointing Game 4 loss means a massive Game 5 is on the horizon. Can the Lakers win and reserve a date with the defending champion Oklahoma City […] The post Luka Doncic Injury Update: Lakers Get Major News on Star’s Return Ahead of Game 5 appeared first on HEAVY.
Detroit Pistons Told to Trade For Kevin Durant After Disappointing NBA Playoffs Run
The Detroit Pistons are on the brink of elimination after going down 3-1 against the No. 8 seed Orlando Magic in the first round of the NBA playoffs. With their current predicament, the Pistons, the top seed in the Eastern Conference, have already gotten numerous suggestions about upgrading their roster, including from former NBA player […] The post Detroit Pistons Told to Trade For Kevin Durant After Disappointing NBA Playoffs Run appeared first on HEAVY.
Rockets’ Kevin Durant Game 5 injury update vs. Lakers is bad sign
The Houston Rockets are facing elimination against the Los Angeles Lakers, in their NBA Playoffs series. Houston is getting some more bad news as it seems Kevin Durant won’t be available for Game 5. “The expectation is the Rockets will be without Kevin Durant for Game 5,” ESPN reporter Shams Charania said on the network […] The post Rockets’ Kevin Durant Game 5 injury update vs. Lakers is bad sign appeared first on ClutchPoints.