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Friday, April 17, 2026
Lakers Season Review: Injuries Interrupt Dominant Run Heading Into Playoffs

The Los Angeles Lakers came into the 2025-26 season with two of the greatest players in NBA history on the same roster: Luka Doncic and LeBron James. While four-time NBA champion James is nearing...

Is the end near for LIV Golf? Saudi funding commitment only through 2026, LIV CEO says

The Saudi-backed Public Investment Fund reportedly will continue funding PGA Tour rival LIV Golf through the 2026 season.

Angels Great Garret Anderson Dies at 53

An all-time great outfielder for the Los Angeles Angels has died at 53. Garret Anderson, who played for the Angels for 15 seasons and spent two other years in the majors with the Atlanta Braves...

Lakers News: LeBron James Happy To See Bronny In Position To Earn Playoff Minutes

Out of all the things Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has accomplished in the NBA, he continually cites playing alongside Bronny James as his greatest feat. LeBron and Bronny are the first...

Lakers' major caveat could persuade LeBron James to return for final year with Luka Doncic

LeBron coming back to LA seems like a high possibility.

Luke Kennard's Lakers future already feels decided before Game 1 has even started

The Los Angeles Lakers might already have clear feelings about what direction Luke Kennard's future will take this coming summer in free agency.

Lakers’ First-Round Playoff Schedule Revealed: Dates, Times & TV Channels

Lakers begin playoff run against Rockets with schedule and injuries stacked against them.

Lakers rumors: 2 LeBron James teammates thought he was leaving in offseason after Cavs game

The Los Angeles Lakers are preparing to open their first-round playoff series against the Houston Rockets, but a recent report has added intrigue to LeBron James’ future beyond the season. In a...

Clippers’ Play-In Loss Costs Them Lottery Pick

The 2019 Paul George trade continues to haunt the Los Angeles Clippers and benefit the Oklahoma City Thunder. The trade handed the Thunder superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who is on track to win...

LeBron James' feelings regarding retirement tour revealed

There has been ample speculation that James would want to go on a retirement tour before calling it a career.

LeBron James' retirement 'real possibility' after playoffs, NBA legend might forgo farewell tour, per report

Could LeBron James call it a career after the 2025-26 season? The Lakers superstar remains undecided on his future

Luke Kennard: Lakers Believe They Have Chance Against Rockets Despite Outside Expectations

Luke Kennard was the Los Angeles Lakers’ lone trade deadline acquisition, but it has paid off much more than anyone expected. The Lakers sent out Gabe Vincent’s expiring deal for Kennard and the...

Rui Hachimura's Lakers future just hit a lucrative crossroads before Rockets series

The Los Angeles Lakers forward can secure his payday against the Houston Rockets.

Angels Honor Jo Adell’s 3 HR Robberies With Bobblehead Night

Angels outfielder Jo Adell, who made history against the Mariners back in April 4 by robbing three different home runs, is getting his own bobblehead. The post Angels Honor Jo Adell’s 3 HR...

Lakers rumors: What LeBron James has told several people about a retirement tour

The Los Angeles Lakers will have a few things to sort out when the season ends, but nothing may have more fireworks surrounding it than the future of LeBron James. Throughout the season, many have...

LeBron James Gives Key To Lakers Keeping Rockets Off Offensive Glass

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick said LeBron James had a remarkable 2025-26 season, and he’ll be counting on his star player to lead the team in their upcoming first round matchup against...

Behind the scenes of a milestone Make-A-Wish experience with the Dodgers

Kaylyn “KK” Alves, her parents and her sister visited Dodger Stadium this week for an experience coordinated by the Make-A-Wish Foundation of America.

Rui Hachimura just hinted at LeBron James' secret skill driving Lakers' success

Rui Hachimura lauded LeBron James' vocal leadership for the Los Angeles Lakers this season, despite Bron undergoing a massive role change.

NBA rumors: Why LeBron James could return to Lakers despite Cavs, Warriors, Clippers buzz

As much as there is a conversation about what the Los Angeles Lakers are going to do without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves in the first round, many are still thinking beyond that. When the Lakers’...

Two-Time Olympian Jordan Chiles Wins Fourth NCAA Title to End UCLA Career

One of the most historic athletic careers in UCLA history officially came to an end on Thursday night. Two-time Olympian and senior gymnast Jordan Chiles competed in the final collegiate meet of...

Los Angeles Lakers Vs. Houston Rockets Playoff History

For the second consecutive season, the Los Angeles Lakers find themselves with home-court advantage in the first round of the NBA Playoffs. This time, LeBron James finds himself face-to-face with...

Lakers may have their next reclamation project already waiting in free agency

Ochai Agbaji could be booking a flight to Los Angeles in the offseason.

LeBron James vs. Kevin Durant: The significance of their latest, and quite possibly last, playoff meeting

LeBron and KD are going head-to-head in the playoffs for the fifth time in their Hall of Fame careers

Mario Chalmers Explains Why LeBron James Will Never Surpass Michael Jordan

Mario Chalmers will always have Michael Jordan as his GOAT.

Cleveland Cavaliers reunion with LeBron James chances revealed
LeBron James, Steph Curry teaming up with Warriors given key update by The Athletic

This seems like it could really happen.

Lakers' LeBron James gets major retirement update from The Athletic

The 41-year old continues to play well.

This Day In Lakers History: Jerry West Helps Set Record in NBA Finals Comeback Against Celtics

The Los Angeles Lakers illustrious history has been filled with many franchise pillars, from the days of Jerry West...

LeBron James’ Surprising Stance On Potential Retirement Tour Emerges Before Lakers-Rockets Playoff Series

LeBron James' retirement tour is something fans have theorized about for years, but a new update before the 2026 NBA Playoffs might change expectation.

Los Angeles Lakers Depth And Rotations For 2026 NBA Playoffs

With Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves out, the Lakers’ 2026 playoff run now depends entirely on LeBron James.

How Alex Palou became IndyCar's most successful driver — and why he rejected F1

Alex Palou has established himself as the greatest IndyCar driver of his era, but winning the Grand Prix of Long Beach is something he has yet to accomplish.

Can LeBron James pull of his second-greatest playoff feat?

If he carries the injury-riddled Lakers past the heavily favored Rockets, the team's last standing star will again stamp his label as the G.O.A.T.

Thursday, April 16, 2026
Lakers’ JJ Redick suggests what LeBron James is ‘addicted to’ ahead of series vs. Rockets

LeBron James will be under the spotlight anew as he tries to lead the Los Angeles Lakers versus the Houston Rockets in the first round of the playoffs, with Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves likely to...

Lakers’ LeBron James has hilarious opinion about NBA Play-In Tournament
LeBron James knows the entire Rockets team will be a problem, not just Kevin Durant

LeBron James and Kevin Durant are on a collision course for the fourth time, but the former is not only worried about his longtime rival.

Kings Season Review: LA Locks Down Wild Card Spot

The Los Angeles Kings wrapped up the 2025-26 season Thursday, securing the second Wild Card spot in the Western Conference. The post Kings Season Review: LA Locks Down Wild Card Spot appeared...

JJ Redick Shares Intriguing Injury Update on Lakers Ahead of Game 1 vs. Rockets

JJ Redick has divulged that all of his players, except Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, are available and ready to play in their team's playoff opener against the Houston Rockets.

Metta World Peace spices up Lakers-Rockets series with honest opinion

Metta World Peace provided some intriguing insight about his pick on the NBA playoff series between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Houston Rockets. World Peace represented the Lakers (2009-13,...

NBA Insider Raises Big Question About LeBron James’ Future With Lakers Amid Contract Uncertainty

NBA Insider Brian Windhorst gets honest about the exact amount other teams could offer for LeBron James should the latter hit the free agency market in the offseason.

LeBron James drops NSFW message ahead of Game 1 vs. Rockets

LOS ANGELES – Coming into Game 1 of their opening round series of the NBA playoffs, the Los Angeles Lakers know they need to rebound well in order to have a chance at winning. Lakers head coach JJ...

LeBron James Issues Blunt Message to Lakers Ahead of Physical Battle With Rockets

LeBron James fires blunt warning to Los Angeles Lakers: match Houston Rockets' physicality, dominate rebounds, or risk losing postseason edge in brutal battle.

Gilbert Arenas is glad the NBA was lenient with Luka Doncic and Cade Cunningham

Luka Doncic and Cade Cunningham are now eligible for season awards after the NBA approved their challenges.

3 players Wizards must trade to clean up roster for Anthony Davis, Trae Young era

The Washington Wizards finished the 2025-26 season with the worst record in the NBA, winning just 17 out of their 82 games. Plenty of Wizards core players took strides, with Alex Sarr and Kyshawn...

Lakers’ Bronny James explains why LA should listen to LeBron in playoffs

The Los Angeles Lakers enter the 2026 postseason with several notable headlines in focus, but none loom larger than the team’s reliance on the veteran leadership of LeBron James as they prepare...

'He knows the most': How LeBron James sets the tone for Lakers entering playoffs

Playing in his record-tying 19th postseason, James will be the leading man against the Rockets after injuries to guards Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.

Lakers’ LeBron James reminds LA about Rockets’ major strength

The Los Angeles Lakers undoubtedly have a mammoth task ahead of them in the first-round series against the Houston Rockets, especially in the absence of Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. With Houston...

LeBron James’ message on playing in playoffs with Bronny is priceless

With the Los Angeles Lakers being without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves for the foreseeable future, Bronny James is in line to receive regular playing time during the team’s upcoming opening round...

Former Alabama player accused of posing as NFL pros -- with wigs and makeup -- in fraud scheme

Luther Davis, who won an NCAA title with Alabama in 2009, sometimes wore wigs and makeup to disguise himself as NFL players in a scheme to obtain fraudulent loans, federal court documents state.

LeBron James already setting Lakers up to beat Rockets where it matters most

The shorthanded Los Angeles Lakers are being reminded by their leader, LeBron James, that they'll need to rebound sufficiently to beat the Houston Rockets.

Lakers don’t expect Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves to return for first round

Unfortunately for the Lakers, there hasn’t been much positive injury news regarding their two biggest stars, Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves. Both missed the last five games of the regular season...

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