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"It had nothing to do with basketball"- Marcus Smart on his initial conversations with Ja Morant after arriving to the Memphis Grizzlies Basketball Network
Marcus Smart could test free agency this offseason, but the Lakers reportedly want to keep the veteran guard after Luka Doncic helped recruit him to Los Angeles.
A new report reveals the Lakers have growing interest in retaining a key veteran guard who was originally recruited by Luka Dončić. The post Luka Dončić’s Recruit Now Emerging as Lakers Offseason Priority appeared first on HEAVY.
The Los Angeles Lakers were swept out of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on Monday night, as the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder advanced to the Western Conference Finals, 115-110. One day later, the Lakers brass held their exit interviews. Head coach J.J. Redick spent a good deal of time at the podium, addressing several topics. […] The post JJ Redick’s take on area of need points to LeBron James uncertainty with Lakers appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Lakers have made some unwanted NBA history by losing Games 2 and 3 to the Thunder by a combined 41 points. The post Lakers Dealt Brutal News After Game 3 Loss vs Thunder appeared first on HEAVY.
Jarred Vanderbilt got a significant update regarding his injury status ahead of the Los Angeles Lakers’ Game 3 matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the Western Conference semifinals. Vanderbilt has had an active presence off the bench for the Lakers throughout the regular season and the playoffs. He often shined as a defensive presence […] The post Lakers’ Jarred Vanderbilt questionable for Game 3 vs. Thunder with hand injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.
After one of the most chaotic and emotionally exhausting stretches in franchise history, the Dallas Mavericks finally hit the reset button. They have brought in Masai Ujiri to replace Nico Harrison as the architect of the organization’s future. For a fanbase still reeling from the aftermath of the Luka Doncic era, the move signals a […] The post Laying out Masai Ujiri’s perfect first Mavericks offseason after replacing Nico Harrison appeared first on ClutchPoints.
"We got you for defense, not offense" - Gilbert Arenas questions Marcus Smart taking 15 shots for the Lakers in Game 1 Basketball Network
The Oklahoma City Thunder remained perfect in the postseason Tuesday night, but Shai Gilgeous-Alexander isn’t ready to celebrate just yet. Despite a 108-90 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 1 of the Western Conference Semifinals, the Thunder superstar felt the weight of an eight-day layoff. “We’re a little choppy, a little rusty tonight […] The post Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander admits to a little rust in Game 1 vs. Lakers appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Los Angeles Lakers are going to need all hands on board if they’re going to take down Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second round of the NBA Playoffs. Austin Reaves is a significant part of that battle, and will need to stay healthy for that to happen. Midway through the […] The post Austin Reaves suffers Game 1 injury scare in Shai Gilgeous-Alexander collision appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Los Angeles Lakers are taking on the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second round of the playoffs after defeating the Houston Rockets in the previous series. With Game 1 tipping off on Tuesday, head coach JJ Redick shared a true statement about the club’s harsh reality playing against Oklahoma City. While talking with media […] The post Lakers HC JJ Redick admits harsh truth about Thunder matchup appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Lakers will try to beat the Thunder in Tuesday's Game 1 under the officiating of a controversial referee they've had issues with recently. The post Lakers Bad News Keeps Coming Before Game 1 vs Thunder appeared first on HEAVY.
EL SEGUNDO, Calif. — For two consecutive days, the Los Angeles Lakers opened their practice gym with a stunning visual. It undercuts the Lakers’ relentless preparation and determination to tackle their greatest challenge. With the fourth-seeded Lakers facing the top-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder in ...
With the Los Angeles Lakers set to face off against the Oklahoma City Thunder in their Western Conference Semifinal series of the NBA playoffs, all eyes will be watching to see if the Lakers can pull off the upset, or if the Thunder continue their dominance. Ahead of Tuesday’s Game 1, we’ll be making our […] The post 3 Lakers bold predictions for unthinkable upset of Thunder in 2026 NBA playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Coming into their Western Conference Semifinal series against the Los Angeles Lakers, the Thunder seemingly have no shortage of strong defensive players, including Cason Wallace. But on the Lakers’ side, Marcus Smart has long been one of the premier perimeter defenders in the NBA. Marcus Smart is still causing havoc defensively, and the Lakers’ veteran […] The post Cason Wallace makes Marcus Smart admission before Lakers series appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Brian Windhorst recently revealed that Luka Doncic has not begun contact practice and is not close to returning for the Lakers.
Austin Reaves will start for the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 6 against the Houston Rockets as Luka Dončić remains sidelined. The post Lakers Announce Major Austin Reaves News Ahead of Game 6 vs. Rockets appeared first on HEAVY.
Two of the four officiating errors in the Lakers-Rockets game occurred in the last 12 seconds.
LOS ANGELES — After becoming tired with missed shots, officiating and the ultimate result, Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James expressed his annoyance. Several issues emerged as the Houston Rockets secured a 99-93 win over the Lakers in Game 5 of their first-round playoff series on Wednesday to ...
Lakers forward LeBron James looked like he was out of gas in the closing stages of his team's 99-93 Game 5 loss to the Rockets on Wednesday. The post Lakers Face Tough LeBron James Decision Before Game 6 vs Rockets appeared first on HEAVY.
For the second straight time, the Los Angeles Lakers failed to close out the Houston Rockets in their first-round series in the playoffs. The Lakers succumbed to the Rockets, 99-93, in Game 5 at Crypto.com Arena on Wednesday. The Rockets closed the gap, 3-2, in the best-of-seven matchup. Game 6 will return to Toyota Center […] The post Lakers’ Marcus Smart shares eye-opening take amid rising Rockets threat appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Los Angeles Lakers are getting Austin Reaves back on the floor for Game 5 against the Rockets, and coach Ime Udoka reacted to the news. The post Ime Udoka Reacts to Lakers’ Austin Reaves Game 5 Return appeared first on HEAVY.
The Los Angeles Lakers are one win away from advancing to the Western Conference semifinals, but their approach for Game 5 against the Houston Rockets reflects both urgency and continuity. With a 3-1 series lead and a chance to close out at home, the Lakers have confirmed their starting lineup while also receiving a key […] The post Lakers Announce Starting Lineup Decision Vs Rockets After Austin Reaves Return Update appeared first on HEAVY.
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.
