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Lakers Let 3–0 Lead Slip Away As Rockets Seize Momentum of First-Round Playoff Series

Los Angeles had a chance to close out the game and advance to the next round, but cold shooting and turnovers let Houston’s young core take control.

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NBA Playoffs: Rockets Down Lakers, Cade Cunningham Saves Pistons

The Rockets beat the Lakers to avoid elimination, Cade Cunningham saved the Pistons with a record performance, and the balanced Cavaliers took a 3-2 lead over the Raptors.

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Why LeBron James Doesn’t Want to Be Like Dwyane Wade and Carmelo Anthony When He Retires

The 41-year-old already has a plan in place for when he eventually retires.

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Luka Dončić and the manosphere: why the scrutiny of his body never ends

The Lakers star can dominate a game, but still be judged for what his physique supposedly reveals about him

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With Kevin Durant’s Game 5 Status Official, These Three Rockets Will Need to Step Up Again to Stay Alive vs. Lakers

With the Rockets’ season on the brink, who must step up to survive Game 5 against the Lakers without Kevin Durant?

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The Early 2020s Memphis Grizzlies Are Mostly Enjoying These NBA Playoffs

The Magic beat the Pistons 94-88 in Game 4 of their first round series and now Orlando is on the cusp of a historic upset. So why are basketball fans thinking a

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Austin Reaves ‘Optimistic’ to Return to Lakers’ Lineup in Wednesday’s Game 5

The Lakers currently lead the series vs. Houston 3–1.

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Austin Reaves Injury Update: Is The NBA Star Playing In Game 5 Against The Rockets?

Austin Reaves' potential return for Game 5 could strengthen the Lakers' lineup against the Rockets, as they aim to close out the series.

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Lakers Upset With Ridiculous Ejections, While Rockets Admit Calls Were ‘Soft’

The Rockets staved off elimination on Sunday night with a 115-96 win over the Lakers in Game 4 of their Western Conference first round series.

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NBA Playoffs Update: LeBron James Takes The Blame Following Lakers' Brutal Game 4 Loss To Rockets

The Lakers lost to the Rockets in Game 4 due to turnovers and controversial ejections. LeBron James took responsibility, while the Rockets capitalized on the Lakers' mistakes.

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SI:CYMI | Your 2026 NFL Draft Wrap-Up

Plus, these LeBron James highlights are unbelievable.

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Is Austin Reaves Playing Tonight? Lakers Game 4 Decision vs Rockets Raises Recovery Timeline Questions

Austin Reaves ruled out for Lakers vs Rockets Game 4 in NBA playoffs due to oblique strain. Lakers lead series 3-0, prioritizing Reaves' full recovery.

International Business Times UK

As Lakers’ JJ Redick Thrives, Pelicans Are Exploring Hire of Former NBA Star With No Coaching Experience

Rajon Rondo is reportedly in the mix for the Pelicans' head coach opening.

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Kate Hudson reveals LA Lakers co-owner is 'very protective' of her

Kate Hudson has opened up about her friendship with Jeanie Buss, the co-owner of the LA Lakers.

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Rockets Share Kevin Durant Injury Status Ahead of Win-or-Go-Home Game 4 vs. Lakers

Houston is down 3–0 to Los Angeles in the series, and Durant’s only played in one game.

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NBA Playoffs: Rockets Shut Down LeBron, Wemby Dominates in Return and More Sunday Takeaways

The Rockets survived, the Spurs and Celtics took control and the Raptors knotted up their series with the Cavaliers in Sunday’s playoff slate.

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What Reed Sheppard Said About His Brutal Turnover After Ime Udoka Criticism of Rockets’ Collapse

Sheppard gave up a critical turnover in the final minute of regulation during the Rockets’ Game 3 loss to the Lakers.

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NBA Playoffs Burning Questions: Are the Magic Now the Favorites to Advance vs. Pistons?

In this edition of burning questions, we take a look at each first-round series to see where things stand at the halfway point of the first round in the NBA playoffs.

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Two LeBron James Moments From Lakers’ OT Win vs. Rockets Will Live on for a Long, Long Time

LeBron James provided two memorable moments as he steered the Lakers to a thrilling overtime win to take a 3–0 series lead on the Rockets.

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Spurs Star Victor Wembanyama Makes Game 3 Status Official

The Defensive Player of the Year suffered a concussion in Game 2 that left his status moving forward in the series in question.

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New Video Shows the Play That Kevin Durant Injured His Ankle on in Game 2 vs. Lakers

Durant will miss Game 3 in Houston due to a newly suffered left ankle sprain.

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Victor Wembanyama, Kevin Durant Lead NBA Playoff Injury Reports Ahead of Friday’s Action

Some big names are dotting the injury reports for Friday’s NBA playoff games, while some unexpected news has caught the league’s attention. While Luka Dončić i

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Three Takeaways As Pistons Bounce Back With Game 2 Win Over Magic for First Home Playoff Win Since 2008

The top-seeded Pistons got a much-needed win after they dropped their first game against Orlando.

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The Obvious Rockets’ Offensive Fix Ime Udoka Doesn't Seem Interested in Making

The Rockets’ offense still needs to be fixed even with Kevin Durant back out there, but Ime Udoka doesn’t seem interested in the most obvious solution.

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LeBron James’s Face Became a Meme During Game 1. After Game 2, He Explained the Special Meaning Behind It.

LeBron James and Marcus Smart have formed a tight bond in just their first season as Lakers teammates.

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