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Sunday, April 26, 2026
Deandre Ayton's shocking ejection instantly stole Lakers' golden Game 4 opportunity

Deandre Ayton was dominating the Rockets and looking like the Lakers' only hope of a comeback prior to his horrible ejection that sealed LA's hopes of a sweep.

NBA playoffs winners and losers: LeBron James struggles as Rockets stay alive, Payton Pritchard heats up

The Raptors won ugly, the Spurs rallied against the Blazers and the Celtics crushed the 76ers and the Rockets stayed alive on Sunday

Rockets overwhelm lackluster Lakers in Game 4 rout to avoid sweep

On the heels of a grueling Game 3 win, the Lakers came out flat and were subsequently routed by the Rockets, 115-96. From the jump, it was pretty clear the Lakers didn’t have the right level of...

Lakers' biggest problem without Luka Doncic finally exposed by Rockets

The Los Angeles Lakers are without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves in their first-round playoff series, and the Rockets finally took advantage of an obvious flaw.

Recap: Rockets Extend Series With Game 4 Win Over Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers took the court on Sunday night with an opportunity to sweep the Houston Rockets in their first-round series. Injuries have been a theme for both teams as Luka Doncic and...

Lakers fans mad after Deandre Ayton ejection in NBA Playoffs Game 4 vs. Rockets

Coach JJ Redick and the LeBron James-led Lakers saw Deandre Ayton get ejected in Game 4 of the NBA Playoffs against the Rockets, their fans were not pleased.

Follow live: Rockets look to keep series alive vs. Lakers in Game 4
Rockets' Kevin Durant to miss Game 4 against Lakers

With the season on the line, Houston Rockets star forward Kevin Durant will miss Game 4 against the visiting Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday night with a

Lakers Vs. Rockets Report: Austin Reaves And Kevin Durant Out For Game 4

The Los Angeles Lakers released an updated injury report for Game 4 against the Houston Rockets, which still Austin Reaves (left oblique muscle strain) unavailable. Such is the case for Kevin...

Lakers can't help but crack up laughing at Pelicans' puzzling Darvin Ham interest

For whatever reason, the Pelicans are thinking about repeating the Los Angeles Lakers' Darvin Ham mistake.

JJ Redick was impressed at how hard the Lakers played in Game 3

This Lakers-Rockets series hasn’t featured pretty basketball. The Lakers have played without Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves, and the Rockets have had two games without Kevin Durant. With so many...

Kevin Durant Expected to Miss Game 4 of Playoffs Against Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers are one win away from advancing to the Western Conference semifinals of the 2026 NBA Playoffs. The Lakers hold a 3-0 series lead over the Houston Rockets going into Game 4...

Report: Kevin Durant to miss Game 4 against Lakers

Houston Rockets star forward Kevin Durant is expected to miss Game 4 against the Los Angeles Lakers with an ankle injury, ESPN reported hours before t

Angels DFA Jordan Romano Ahead of Series Finale

The Los Angeles Angels shuffled their roster around ahead of Sunday's game, designating reliever Jordan Romano for assignment in the process. The post Angels DFA Jordan Romano Ahead of Series...

Kevin Durant expected to miss Game 4 as Lakers take 3–0 lead over Rockets.
Kevin Durant out for Game 4 with sprained ankle, likely out 2-3 weeks

Kevin Durant may have played his last game against the Lakers these playoffs. According to Shams Charania of ESPN, Kevin Durant will not play in Game 4 with a bone bruise in his sprained ankle, an...

Angels’ Place Logan O’Hoppe on Injured List

The Los Angeles Angels placed catcher Logan O'Hoppe on the 10-day injured list ahead of their game against the Kansas City Royals on Sunday. The post Angels’ Place Logan O’Hoppe on Injured List...

Lakers' have new Marcus Smart mission this summer after playoff dominance

The Los Angeles Lakers have to bring Marcus Smart back in free agency this summer.

Is Kevin Durant playing in Game 4 tonight vs. Lakers? Game status for Rockets star
Chargers Prioritized Bolstering Offensive Line During NFL Draft

Bolstering the offensive line was a big priority for the Los Angeles Chargers in the 2026 NFL Draft. The Chargers have starting tackles Joe Alt and Rashawn Slater returning from injuries next...

The Times' top 25 high school baseball rankings

A look at the top 25 high school baseball teams in the Southland after the 10th week of the season.

Lakers vs Rockets best prop picks: Trade Game 4 player props on Kalshi

Trade Game 4 player props on Kalshi by following these Lakers vs Rockets best prop picks.

Bronny James: Scoring First Playoff Points Provided Great Confidence

Just one month ago not many would have envisioned Bronny James being part of the the Los Angeles Lakers’ playoff rotation even if it’s come in limited minutes in every game so far. James was...

Lakers Assistant Coach Lindsey Harding Joining Prime Video As WNBA Studio Analyst

When JJ Redick was hired as head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers, he moved to build a coaching staff around him full of both veterans with prior head coaching experience as well as younger...

Rams Receive Harsh Grade For 2026 Draft Class

The Rams made a series of polarizing decisions during the NFL Draft, which left on prominent analyst unimpressed. The post Rams Receive Harsh Grade For 2026 Draft Class appeared first on LA Sports...

Three USC Players Were Selected in 2026 NFL Draft

Three USC players were selected in the 2026 NFL Draft, which officially concluded after seven rounds on Saturday. The three Trojans were wide receivers Makai Lemon and Ja’Kobi Lane and safety...

Lakers Achieved Rare NBA Playoffs History With Game 3 Comeback Vs. Rockets

The Los Angeles Lakers, historically speaking, should not have won Game 3 against the Houston Rockets. They trailed 101-95 with Houston holding possession of the ball with 34.4 seconds remaining...

Marcus Smart Implores Lakers To ‘Be Like A Lion’ In Game 4 Against Rockets

Arguably one of the most impactful moves in the entire NBA last summer was Marcus Smart signing with the Los Angeles Lakers. What he has given them so far in the playoffs is exactly what L.A....

Zero UCLA Players Were Selected in NFL Draft For the First Time in 12 Years

The 2026 NFL Draft officially concluded after seven rounds on Saturday. And for the first time in 12 years, zero UCLA players heard their name called during the event. UCLA’s top two...

Ime Udoka comments don't make Rockets any better prepared for Game 4 vs Lakers

Ime Udoka throwing his young players under the bus wasn't the best idea with a must-win Game 4 next up on the menu for the Houston Rockets.

This Day In Lakers History: Luke Walton Headlines All-Around Attack In Game 3 Win Over Nuggets

Former Los Angeles Lakers general manager Mitch Kupchak and late owner Dr. Jerry Buss had enough of the mediocre...

Saturday, April 25, 2026
Lakers vs. Rockets Game 4 Preview: Looking for a sweep

The Lakers aim to close out their first round series against the Houston Rockets on Sunday The purple and gold are looking to sweep an opponent in the playoffs for the first time since May 2010....

Lakers' top offseason target couldn't be clearer after playoff masterclass

The Los Angeles Lakers are projected to have cap space this summer, and this is proving to be the perfect option in the playoffs.

Dodgers Fans Roast Pete Crow-Armstrong After Brutal Error

During his second game at Dodger Stadium following his controversial comments, Pete Crow-Armstrong made a major mistake. The post Dodgers Fans Roast Pete Crow-Armstrong After Brutal Error appeared...

Lakers Notes: Game 3 Comeback, Smart, Reaves, Bronny

The Lakers hold a 3-0 lead in their series with Houston after pulling off one of the most remarkable comebacks in their long playoff history, writes Dave McMenamin of ESPN. Trailing by six points...

Austin Reaves Still Questionable For Game 4 Amid Recovery Progress

Los Angeles Lakers star Austin Reaves is listed as questionable for Game 4 of the team's series against the Houston Rockets again. The post Austin Reaves Still Questionable For Game 4 Amid...

Lakers Injury Report: Austin Reaves, Kevin Durant Questionable For Game 4

The Los Angeles Lakers and Houston Rockets have released their preliminary injury reports for Game 4 on Sunday at 6:30 p.m. PT in Houston. Austin Reaves (Grade 2 left oblique strain) and Kevin...

Lakers are headed for ultimate test that could change their entire trajectory

The Los Angeles Lakers are closer to a second-round showdown that could actually go in their favor.

Lakers' vets paving way for series sweep over Rockets

The two elder statesmen of the Los Angeles Lakers, LeBron James and Marcus Smart, had shouldered the load of a dramatic fourth-quarter comeback agains

Lakers' looming series vs. Thunder destined to teach Rob Pelinka painful lesson

The Los Angeles Lakers are closing in on a clash with the Oklahoma City Thunder. A vital lesson will soon be taught to them.

Marcus Smart is only thinking about sweeping the Rockets in Game 4

The Lakers’ win over the Rockets in Game 3 on Friday put them in such a commanding position that thoughts of future series could really start creeping into minds. Not only has no team come back...

'It keeps getting better and better': Bronny James settling into Lakers playoff role

His first postseason points comes in a 26-second flurry that includes a three-pointer and an alley-oop dunk off a pass from his father in Game 3.

Durant improving but G4 status vs. Lakers unclear

Houston Rockets coach Ime Udoka said Saturday that injured star Kevin Durant was doing better but his status for Game 4 against the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday night was still unclear with the...

LeBron James Discusses How He Is Able To Conserve Energy For Crunch Time

The Los Angeles Lakers now hold a commanding 3-0 series lead over the Houston Rockets after a masterful late-game showing from LeBron James and Marcus Smart. The two combined to force two...

Lakers' questionable bet on JJ Redick has aged wonderfully during Rockets beatdown

The Los Angeles Lakers had plenty of reasons to give up on head coach JJ Redick after his first playoff experience, but there are no questions now.

Rui Hachimura was maybe a little too honest after latest Lakers win

To call Friday’s Game 3 win for the Lakers over the Rockets improbable would be quite the understatement. Down six without the ball and just 30 seconds left, LA somehow forced overtime before...

LeBron James just won a game he had a 0.005% chance of losing

The Los Angeles Lakers and superstar LeBron James narrowly escaped Game 3 with a win over the Houston Rockets, overcoming long odds to come out on top.

Marcus Smart Continues To Make Lakers Postseason History

When the Los Angeles Lakers signed Marcus Smart this summer, there was risk involved given his injury history, age and not playing for a contender in a few years. However, he has exceeded every...

Pacific Notes: Kerr, Williams, Goodwin, James

One of the biggest questions that will shape the Warriors‘ offseason is what head coach Steve Kerr decides regarding his future. For the man who has led Golden State for the last 12 seasons, that...

Lakers' Bronny James stuns with stat vs Rockets bench in Game 3

Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James posts a shocking stat against the Houston Rockets' bench in Game 3.

Best Father's Day Gifts for the Lakers Dad

Top gift ideas for the sports dad — from jerseys to collectibles, find the perfect present.

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