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Luka Doncic

NBA Bends Rules For Los Angeles Lakers Star Luka Doncic, Allowing Him To Win Awards

Apr 16, 2026 @ 12:39pm
BasketballNBALos Angeles Lakers
BroBible

Prior to the start of the 2023-24 NBA season, the league introduced a highly controversial rule that required players to play in at least 65 of their team’s 82 regular-season games in order to be deemed eligible for awards and All-NBA teams. The hotly debated rule was aimed at keeping teams from resting star players. However, it […] The post NBA Bends Rules For Los Angeles Lakers Star Luka Doncic, Allowing Him To Win Awards appeared first on BroBible.

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NBA allows 2 star players to be eligible for awards

Apr 16, 2026 @ 12:31pm
BasketballNBADetroit PistonsLos Angeles LakersMinnesota Timberwolves
Larry Brown Sports

At least two NBA stars will successfully circumvent the league’s 65-game awards rule this season after the NBA and NBPA ruled in their favor on a challenge Thursday. Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic and Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham will both be eligible for end-of-season awards, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. Under the … The post NBA allows 2 star players to be eligible for awards appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Kevin Durant Gets Honest on Lakers Without Luka Doncic in NBA Playoffs

Apr 16, 2026 @ 9:18am
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsLos Angeles Lakers
Heavy

Most of the NBA world doubts that the Houston Rockets will be taken down by the Los Angeles Lakers in the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs. Recently, the Lakers lost two key players in Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. The former is dealing with a hamstring strain, which came at a time when […] The post Kevin Durant Gets Honest on Lakers Without Luka Doncic in NBA Playoffs appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Lakers Receive Crucial Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves Playoff Availability Update vs Rockets

Apr 16, 2026 @ 8:53am
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsLos Angeles Lakers
Heavy

The Los Angeles Lakers are preparing to do battle with the Houston Rockets in the first round of the 2026 NBA playoffs. This isn’t an ordinary No. 4 vs. No. 5 seed playoff matchup. There are numerous intriguing storylines, but mostly out of the Lakers side. The outlook on Los Angeles’ season changed dramatically in early April. […] The post Lakers Receive Crucial Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves Playoff Availability Update vs Rockets appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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"Rule was never put in place to punish someone" – Draymond Green believes Cade Cunningham should get a 65-game exception if Luka Doncic does – Basketball Network

Apr 16, 2026 @ 8:50am
BasketballNBA
Basketball Network

"Rule was never put in place to punish someone" - Draymond Green believes Cade Cunningham should get a 65-game exception if Luka Doncic does  Basketball Network

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With Austin Reaves and Luka Dončić injured, LeBron gets one last chance to play hero

Apr 16, 2026 @ 7:00am
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsLos Angeles Lakers
FanSided

The Los Angeles Lakers have only one hope to beat the Houston Rockets: the greatest player of all-time pulling one final rabbit out of his legendary hat.

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Kevin Durant Sends Respectful Warning About Los Angeles Lakers Despite Injury Setbacks

Apr 16, 2026 @ 1:28am
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsLos Angeles Lakers
Total Pro Sports

Kevin Durant said he is not taking the challenge against the Lakers lightly despite their injuries issues.

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Why Rockets will smash Lakers in 5 games with Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves injured

Apr 16, 2026 @ 1:09am
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsLos Angeles Lakers
ClutchPoints

Earlier in the 2025-26 season, it looked as though the Houston Rockets had all the makings of a pretender despite adding Kevin Durant into the mix. Fans have gotten so frustrated towards the Rockets for their poor execution in crunch time, and their offense can get clogged at times due to the lack of spacing. […] The post Why Rockets will smash Lakers in 5 games with Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves injured appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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JJ Redick Shares Strong Belief in Bronny James’ Growing Role Ahead of Houston Rockets Series

Apr 15, 2026 @ 11:55pm
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsLos Angeles Lakers
Total Pro Sports

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick talks about the improvement of Bronny James. But will he use the youngster in their upcoming seven-game series against the Rockets?

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NBA Fans Let Nasty Jokes Fly at LeBron James as Los Angeles Lakers Lock In for Playoff Prep

Apr 15, 2026 @ 11:24pm
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsLos Angeles Lakers
Total Pro Sports

In their preparation for their series against the Houston Rockets, LeBron James and the rest of his teammates have chosen to do an intense workout while using common gym equipment.

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Austin Reaves Practice Video Emerges After Lakers Injury Update

Apr 15, 2026 @ 7:51pm
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsLos Angeles Lakers
Athlon Sports

The Los Angeles Lakers kick off their NBA playoffs campaign on Saturday against the Houston Rockets. L.A. will host Game 1 of this opening-round best-of-seven series at Crypto.com Arena. At this point, however, there is serious doubt about Austin Reaves’ availability for the series. The 27-year-old ...

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Lakers’ JJ Redick Announces Bronny James Decision Before NBA Playoffs

Apr 15, 2026 @ 6:23pm
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsLos Angeles LakersMinnesota Timberwolves
Athlon Sports

With Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves sidelined, the Los Angeles Lakers will rely on LeBron James and Bronny James against the Houston Rockets.

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JJ Redick Addresses LeBron James Advantage on Lakers-Rockets Playoff Scheduling

Apr 15, 2026 @ 6:10pm
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsLos Angeles Lakers
Athlon Sports

Los Angeles Lakers coach JJ Redick speaks on playoff scheduling and how it can impact LeBron James.

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Lakers’ LeBron James Makes Feelings on Play-In Tournament Clear

Apr 15, 2026 @ 3:27pm
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsLos Angeles Lakers
Heavy

Lakers star LeBron James has been to the play-in tournament three times, and he's quite happy to not be going back. The post Lakers’ LeBron James Makes Feelings on Play-In Tournament Clear appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Lakers Get Luka Doncic Update as He Expected to Make Surprising Off-Court Move

Apr 15, 2026 @ 3:16pm
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsLos Angeles Lakers
Heavy

The Los Angeles Lakers are preparing for the start of the 2026 NBA playoffs while still navigating uncertainty surrounding Luka Doncic’s injury recovery. The star guard remains sidelined with a Grade 2 left hamstring strain suffered late in the regular season, leaving the team without one of its primary offensive engines ahead of a first-round […] The post Lakers Get Luka Doncic Update as He Expected to Make Surprising Off-Court Move appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Marcus Smart reveals secret to being a leader in the NBA

Apr 15, 2026 @ 3:06pm
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsLos Angeles Lakers
ClutchPoints

LOS ANGELES – Looking back at the offseason, the Los Angeles Lakers’ signing of Marcus Smart flew under the radar. He joined the team after agreeing to a buyout with the Washington Wizards, and coming off a bit of a down year, the signing didn’t register must fanfare. Fast-forward to the present day as the […] The post Marcus Smart reveals secret to being a leader in the NBA appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Surprising LeBron James News Emerges Before Lakers-Rockets Playoff Series

Apr 15, 2026 @ 2:24pm
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsLos Angeles Lakers
Heavy

The Lakers saw another strong season from LeBron James, the oldest player in the NBA, and will need him for their playoff series vs Rockets. The post Surprising LeBron James News Emerges Before Lakers-Rockets Playoff Series appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Stephen A. Smith Suggests Bold Strategic Approach for Los Angeles Lakers Amid Injury Concerns 

Apr 15, 2026 @ 1:47pm
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsLos Angeles Lakers
Total Pro Sports

Stephen A. Smith has a strong take on how the Lakers should respond to injuries, suggesting a bold approach to stay competitive.

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The Mavericks are targeting Tim Connelly to change how they build their roster

Apr 15, 2026 @ 1:21pm
BasketballNBADallas Mavericks
NBA Analysis

The Dallas Mavericks are changing how they build their roster. This front office search comes from failure and urgency. Dallas is operating without a permanent…

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Look at Blazers’ Deni Avdija replacing Luka Doncic in infamous Devin Booker meme

Apr 15, 2026 @ 12:08pm
BasketballNBAPortland Trail BlazersSan Antonio Spurs
ClutchPoints

On Tuesday evening, the Portland Trail Blazers punched their ticket to the NBA playoffs with a narrow road win over the Phoenix Suns in the seven vs eight matchup of the Western Conference play-in tournament. The Blazers were led in this one by Deni Avdija, who went off by scoring 41 points, including several clutch […] The post Look at Blazers’ Deni Avdija replacing Luka Doncic in infamous Devin Booker meme appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lakers Receive Encouraging News Before NBA Playoffs

Apr 15, 2026 @ 11:58am
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsLos Angeles Lakers
Athlon Sports

The Los Angeles Lakers received an encouraging update before facing the Houston Rockets in the first round of the NBA playoffs.

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Deni Avdija responds to the ‘foul-baiting’ accusations

Apr 14, 2026 @ 10:12pm
BasketballNBAPortland Trail Blazers
Larry Brown Sports

Deni Avdija is issuing a response to the most popular criticism against him. The Portland Trail Blazers star Avdija appeared this week on “The Young Man and the Three.” During the episode, Avdija responded to the accusation that he is supposedly a “foul-baiter.” “I don’t think I’m a gross foul-baiter,” said Avdija. “I don’t do … The post Deni Avdija responds to the ‘foul-baiting’ accusations appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Shaquille O’Neal Flirts With ‘Hot’ TMZ Girl While Talking About Luka Doncic

Apr 14, 2026 @ 6:05pm
BasketballNBA
College Football Network

Shaquille O'Neal was in New York City recently, but not for a basketball game. While enjoying his time in the city, he met with TMZ's Field Producer Seleah.

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Lakers provide update on Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves injuries

Apr 14, 2026 @ 4:39pm
BasketballNBALos Angeles Lakers
NY Post Sports

The Lakers have been without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves for nearly two weeks, and that isn’t changing entering the playoffs.

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