Thompson sparks Rockets’ rout to stave off elimination against Lakers
HOUSTON — Amen Thompson scored 23 points, Tari Eason added 20 and the Houston Rockets avoided elimination with a 115-96 ...
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Rockets survive without Kevin Durant, dominate Lakers in Game 4 after Deandre Ayton’s ejection to avoid sweep
The Houston Rockets aren’t done just yet.The Rockets, even without Kevin Durant available, picked up a solid 115-96 win over ...
Rockets’ Kevin Durant, Lakers’ Austin Reaves questionable for Game 3
Durant is questionable for Game 3 with a left ankle sprain, according to the NBA injury report. The 37-year-old missed ...
LeBron James outduels Kevin Durant, but it’s Marcus Smart and Luke Kennard that have Lakers up 2-0 on Rockets
LOS ANGELES — Kevin Durant was back for the Rockets. That made the marquee matchup "LeBron James vs. Durant," a ...
2026 NBA playoffs first-round series odds: Rockets still favored to beat Lakers after Game 1 loss
It’s time for the NBA to hit its extra gear in the playoffs. The 16-team field is set following the ...
Redick gives no Doncic update as Lakers’ playoff prep begins
Dave McMenaminApr 14, 2026, 05:46 PM ETCloseLakers and NBA reporter for ESPN. Covered the Lakers and NBA for ESPNLosAngeles.com from ...
Who will LA Lakers face in NBA Playoffs? Matchup with Houston Rockets set
The Los Angeles Lakers managed to secure a spot in the NBA Playoffs after producing a hot streak later in ...
Lakers waive Kobe Bufkin – NBA Blog – NBA Basketball Blog
The Los Angeles Lakers have waived guard Kobe Bufkin. Bufkin was originally signed by the Lakers to a 10-day contract ...
Stephen A. Smith Lakers Rant After Blowout Loss to Thunder
The Los Angeles Lakers are no strangers to criticism, but after their latest blowout loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, ...
Lakers’ Luka Doncic out for remainder of regular season with hamstring injury
LOS ANGELES — Luka Doncic will miss the rest of the Los Angeles Lakers' regular season with a Grade 2 ...