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Saturday, April 25, 2026
Clippers’ Steve Ballmer Tells Court He Was ‘Duped’ by Aspiration Founder

The Los Angeles Clippers were at the center of a major scandal involving an allegedly fraudulent endorsement deal this summer. A deal between a company called Aspiration and superstar Kawhi...

Lakers Highlights: LeBron James & Marcus Smart Lead Overtime Game 3 Win Over Rockets

The Los Angeles Lakers held serve at home in Games 1 and 2 against the Houston Rockets, but then went on the road for a pivotal Game 3. Not many people outside of the Lakers organization gave the...

Bronny James quietly outplayed the entire Rockets team in crucial area of Game 3

The Houston Rockets never stood a chance.

This Day In Lakers History: Kobe Bryant Scores 38 Points To Push Jazz To Brink Of Elimination In 2009 NBA Playoffs

Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant has had a countless number of spotlight-stealing moments but they always...

Ime Udoka calls out Rockets after blowing Game 3 lead vs the Lakers
Letters to Sports: Lakers looking Smart while Luke is no fluke

Readers of the Los Angeles Times give their thoughts on the Lakers' playoff run, the Dodgers, the Kings, Olympic and World Cup tickets, and more.

'They started it:' Pete Crow-Armstrong won't apologize for mocking Dodgers fans

Chicago Cubs standout Pete Crow-Armstrong says comments he made about Dodgers fans were about casual fans who don't take baseball seriously.

Believe yet? Lakers leave no doubt in stunning comeback win over Rockets

Not only have the Lakers proven they can beat the Houston Rockets, but they've also shown they're capable of defeating Oklahoma City and San Antonio.

LeBron James and Lakers showcase their clutch-time prowess in Game 3 win

LeBron James put on another ageless performance and the Lakers showed proved once again they are one of the NBA's top clutch-time teams in their Game 3 win.

Friday, April 24, 2026
Udoka calls out Rockets after collapse: 'Grow up'

Rockets coach Ime Udoka called out his team after a late-game collapse that saw Houston fall into a 0-3 series hole against the Lakers. "Horrendous mistakes," he said. "I don't know if you want to...

NBA roundup: Lakers rally for OT win, 3-0 lead on Rockets

LeBron James and Marcus Smart recorded double-doubles as the Los Angeles Lakers took a stranglehold on their first-round playoff series against the ho

LeBron James celebrates Bronny James getting crucial postseason experience for the Lakers

Bronny James has become a key contributor for the Lakers in the Playoffs, and he is playing with his dad, LeBron James, regularly now.

3 takeaways from Lakers’ Game 3 win vs. Rockets

After defending their home court in the first two games, the Lakers headed to Houston knowing they would receive the Rockets’ best punch in Game 3. And that they did. With the news they would be...

JJ Redick admits that he will never take LeBron James' greatness for granted

LeBron James continues to showcase why he is an all-time great, and head coach JJ Redick is always pleased to see elite longevity.

LeBron James promised the Lakers 'everything' and delivered in spectacular fashion in Game 3 win over Rockets

At 41, LeBron James added another legendary playoff performance to his highlight reel

Marcus Smart channels his inner Kobe Bryant in powerful message after Lakers' Game 3

The job's not finished for the Los Angeles Lakers.

Ducks go on scoring spree to defeat Oilers and take playoff series lead

Beckett Sennecke and Leo Carlsson score 42 seconds apart in the third period as the Ducks beat the Edmonton Oilers 6-4 in Game 3 to take a 2-1 series lead.

Marcus Smart has suddenly become exactly what used to give the Lakers fits

The Los Angeles Lakers are on the verge of an improbable first-round sweep of the Houston Rockets, and Marcus Smart is a huge reason for that.

LeBron James sends abundantly clear message about what Game 3 means for Bronny James

Bronny's part in the Los Angeles Lakers' win over the Houston Rockets will be huge for the long-term process.

Rockets' Amen Thompson makes unseen NBA Playoffs history despite loss to Lakers

The Rockets led by Alperen Sengun saw Amen Thompson break NBA Playoffs history but still fell short against the Lakers in Game 3.

Lakers storm back late, win in OT to seize 3-0 lead

LeBron James scored 29 points, including a tying 3-pointer with 13 seconds left in regulation, and the Lakers took advantage of a Rockets team missing Kevin Durant for a 112-108 win Friday night...

It only took 3 playoff games for LeBron James to erase the Lakers' free agency doubts

The Los Angeles Lakers have to bring back LeBron James after he put the team up 3-0 in the playoff round of the playoffs without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.

LeBron James, Marcus Smart shatter NBA Playoffs records in Lakers vs. Rockets Game 3

Coach JJ Redick saw LeBron James and Marcus Smart pop off for the Lakers to go 3-0 over the Rockets, one of them even notched a Michael Jordan NBA Playoffs record.

Player Grades: Lakers vs. Rockets

A couple of weeks ago, the thought of the Lakers being lucky injury-wise was laughable. However, now that they’ve played three playoff games, LA is trending in a positive direction with its...

Letting Dorian Finney-Smith walk just got even sweeter for Lakers after absurd Game 3

The players brought in to replace DFS helped steal the game for the Los Angeles Lakers.

Lakers pull out OT win over Rockets, move to verge of sweep

LeBron James and Marcus Smart recorded double-doubles as the Los Angeles Lakers took a stranglehold on their first-round playoff series against the ho

WATCH: LeBron James' clutch shot sends Lakers to OT, 3-0 lead vs. Rockets

LeBron James hit an insane clutch shot to send the Lakers to OT and eventually a 3-0 NBA Playoffs series lead over the Rockets.

Lakers outlast Rockets in OT, take 3-0 series lead
Lakers pull off stunner, steal Game 3 over Rockets

A miracle close to regulation saw the Lakers force overtime before controlling the extra session to steal Game 3, 112-108, and take a commanding series lead. Houston trailed by as many as 15 in...

Lakers' bold Rui Hachimura gamble looks genius after shining playoff moment

The Los Angeles Lakers decided to keep Rui Hachimura at the trade deadline, and it paid handsomely in Game 3 against the Rockets.

Recap: Lakers Take Control Of Series With Game 3 Win Over Rockets In Overtime

After taking care of business at home in Games 1 and 2, the Los Angeles Lakers’ first-round series shifted to the Toyota Center for Games 3 and 4, beginning on Friday night. The Lakers were given...

Follow live: Rockets look to avoid 3-0 hole vs. Lakers in Game 3
WATCH: Lakers' Bronny and LeBron James share insane NBA Playoffs connection vs. Rockets

LeBron James and Bronny James shared an insane NBA Playoffs moment on the court during Game 3 of the Lakers vs. Rockets series.

Celtics' Jayson Tatum equals Larry Bird, LeBron James in historic NBA Playoffs feat

Coach Joe Mazzulla saw Jayson Tatum pop off as the Celtics superstar notch NBA Playoffs by Larry Bird and LeBron James to win over the 76ers.

Rams Draft Ohio State Tight End in Second Round For Matthew Stafford

The Los Angeles Rams took tight end Max Klare, who comes out of Ohio State, in the second round of the 2026 NFL Draft. The post Rams Draft Ohio State Tight End in Second Round For Matthew Stafford...

Lakers star Austin Reaves will not play in Game 3 at Houston

The starting guard, who has been out since April 2 after straining his left oblique, warmed up Friday but was eventually ruled out. So was Houston's Kevin Durant.

Lakers can only delay the inevitable Austin Reaves return for so long

Game 3 will not be the stage for Austin Reaves to come back, but Game 4 should be.

Sources: Rockets' Durant (ankle) out for Game 3

Rockets forward Kevin Durant has been ruled out for Friday night's Game 3 against the Lakers because of a left ankle sprain, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.

Lakers Vs. Rockets Game 3 Injury Updates: Austin Reaves & Kevin Durant Out

The Los Angeles Lakers announced that guard Austin Reaves (left oblique muscle strain) has been downgraded to out for Game 3 of their first round playoff series against the Houston Rockets....

Rockets star Kevin Durant (ankle) ruled out for Game 3 vs. Lakers

Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant is set to miss his second game of the Western Conference first-round playoff series against LeBron James and the Los

Injury Notes: Durant, Reaves, Embiid, Edwards, Gordon

Kevin Durant will miss Game 3 for the Rockets on Friday due to a left ankle sprain, ESPN’s Shams Charania reports (via Twitter). Durant had previously been listed as questionable after suiting up...

Lakers on the brink of upset that seemed impossible after latest Kevin Durant news

There will be no Kevin Durant in Game 3 for the Houston Rockets.

Rockets star Kevin Durant ruled out of Game 3 vs. Lakers due to left ankle sprain

Durant missed Game 1 of the series with a knee injury; now it's an ankle injury sidelining the Rockets star

Kevin Durant out for Game 3 with ankle sprain

For the second time in this series, the Rockets will be without Kevin Durant. After missing Game 1 with a knee contusion, KD will miss Game 3 on Friday with an ankle sprain suffered in Tuesday’s...

Sean McVay’s True Feelings About The Ty Simpson Draft Pick

Rams head coach Sean McVay has been a big topic of conversation after his press conference following the NFL Draft went viral. The post Sean McVay’s True Feelings About The Ty Simpson Draft Pick...

Why isn't Luka Doncic playing? Explaining injury return timeline for Lakers star vs. Rockets

Here is the latest news on the Slovenian star and how close he is to returning for the playoffs.

Lakers storm back late, win in OT and take a 3-0 series lead over the Rockets

LeBron James scored 29 points, including a tying 3-pointer with 13 seconds left in regulation, Marcus Smart had eight points in overtime and the Los Angeles Lakers took advantage of a Houston...

Lakers’ Austin Reaves pushing to play Game 3 vs Rockets

Los Angeles Lakers star guard Austin Reaves is looking to suit up for Game 3 against the Houston Rockets.

It sure sounds like Austin Reaves will return in either Game 3 or Game 4

The Lakers look set to get an unexpected boost this weekend with the return of Austin Reaves. In a wave of updates that have escalated quickly, Reaves seems set to return to the court this weekend...

Austin Reaves Eyes Game 3 Return, Could Play Game 4

Austin Reaves is reportedly going to do everything possible to play in Game 3 of the team's series against the Houston Rockets. The post Austin Reaves Eyes Game 3 Return, Could Play Game 4...

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