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LeBron James, Luke Kennard go off in Lakers’ Game 1 win over Rockets

The Los Angeles Lakers handed head coach JJ Redick confidence and assurance experience will prevail Saturday. The likes of LeBron James and Luke Kennard provided just that and more against the Houston Rockets. James delivered the double-double in his latest NBA Playoffs appearance. Kennard dropped a team-high 27, though, in leading the 107-98 win inside […] The post LeBron James, Luke Kennard go off in Lakers’ Game 1 win over Rockets appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Luke Kennard Makes Lakers History in Game 1 vs Rockets

The Los Angeles Lakers took advantage of an undermanned Houston Rockets team on Saturday night for Game 1 of the 2026 NBA Playoffs. The night especially went well for Luke Kennard, who made his playoff debut with the Lakers. As the Lakers cruised past the Rockets, who found out that Kevin Durant would miss the […] The post Luke Kennard Makes Lakers History in Game 1 vs Rockets appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Lakers’ playoff X-factor vs. Rockets with Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves injured

The Los Angeles Lakers face a daunting task in winning a series in the NBA playoffs without star guards Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. The Houston Rockets are the type of athletic, and long team that pose problems for the Lakers. During practice in the week leading up to Game 1 against the Rockets, head […] The post Lakers’ playoff X-factor vs. Rockets with Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves injured appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Kenyon Martin takes a shot at the Lakers and their ‘4 white boys’

Kenyon Martin is not a believer in the Los Angeles Lakers heading into the playoffs. The retired former NBA All-Star Martin made waves this week with his comments about the Lakers on Gilbert Arenas’ “Gil’s Arena” show. Martin believes that the Lakers are not going anywhere this year because they rely on too many white … The post Kenyon Martin takes a shot at the Lakers and their ‘4 white boys’ appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Lakers’ Luke Kennard thriving in new role with increased on-ball usage

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...

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Lakers Get Major Update On Austin Reaves’ Contract Expectations

The Los Angeles Lakers have a good idea now of what they will have to pay Austin Reaves in free agency to keep him. Opposing teams will look to offer a big deal to Reaves, but the Lakers will have the chance to pay him the most money. The question turns to how much the […] The post Lakers Get Major Update On Austin Reaves’ Contract Expectations appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Lakers' JJ Redick Addresses Unexpected Decision After Loss to Mavericks

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick officially began the team’s late-season stretch without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves on Sunday.  Both stars are out for the rest of the regular season after suffering major injuries during Thursday’s loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder. Doncic ...

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LeBron James Reacts to Lakers Teammate's Performance in Loss to Mavericks

LeBron James took a step back and handed control of the Los Angeles Lakers ' offense on Sunday against the Dallas Mavericks. The four-time MVP still finished with 30 points, 15 assists and seven rebounds in a strong all-around showing.  Without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, who are both ...

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Lakers’ Luke Kennard achieves huge milestone amid Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves absences

Luke Kennard pulled off an incredible milestone for himself amid Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves’ absences during the Los Angeles Lakers’ loss to the Dallas Mavericks on Sunday night. Kennard is going through the ninth season of his NBA career, his first with the Lakers. He started the year with the Atlanta Hawks before they […] The post Lakers’ Luke Kennard achieves huge milestone amid Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves absences appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Luka Doncic’s hamstring strain receives important timeline update

The Los Angeles Lakers recently revealed that Luka Doncic is out for an indefinite amount of time with a hamstring injury. However, one injury analyst revealed a potential timeline for Doncic. The 27-year-old guard is said to be dealing with a Grade 2 hamstring strain, which is considered a partial or incomplete tear. On average, […] The post Luka Doncic’s hamstring strain receives important timeline update appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lakers Could See West Rival Hijack ‘Strong Interest’ Free Agent Target

The Los Angeles Lakers are at risk of losing some of their upcoming free agents this offseason, but have several top targets of their own. The post Lakers Could See West Rival Hijack ‘Strong Interest’ Free Agent Target appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Robert Parish congratulates Lakers’ LeBron James for breaking games played record

Recently, the Los Angeles Lakers picked up their ninth straight win with a narrow road victory over the Orlando Magic. The hero of this one was Luke Kennard, who was inexplicably left wide open on the final play of the game and buried a three-pointer to give Los Angeles a one-point win. In this game, […] The post Robert Parish congratulates Lakers’ LeBron James for breaking games played record appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Luka Doncic's Actions During Lakers Game Draw Attention

Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic took a bit of a back seat Saturday night, letting sharpshooter Luke Kennard steal the show. The Lakers gutted out their ninth straight win against the Orlando Magic in a nail-biter at Kia Center. Trailing by two with 2.6 seconds remaining, Los Angeles needed ...

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