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Friday, April 24, 2026
Rams take a quarterback with first-round pick in NFL draft

With the 13th pick in the NFL draft, the Rams looked beyond the Matthew Stafford era toward the future.

Lakers' JJ Redick makes a case that he's the right coach for the playoffs

In his second season at the helm, he's proving he can make the adjustments necessary to beat Houston in a first-round playoff series.

What channel is Rockets vs. Lakers on today? Time, TV schedule, live stream to watch Game 3 of NBA Playoffs series

Here’s everything you need to know to watch Game 3 of the Rockets vs. Lakers series, including the start time, TV channel and live stream information.

Thursday, April 23, 2026
Former Lakers target's offensive limitations becoming brutally exposed in playoffs

Keon Ellis has been very quiet for the Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA Playoffs.

Eagles Draft USC Star Makai Lemon in 1st Round After Trade

USC star receiver Makai Lemon was drafted with the No. 20 pick of the NFL Draft, taken by the Philadelphia Eagles. The post Eagles Draft USC Star Makai Lemon in 1st Round After Trade appeared...

Rams Make Stunning Selection, Take Ty Simpson With No. 13 Pick

The Los Angeles Rams drafted quarterback Ty Simpson out of Alabama with the No. 13 Pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. The post Rams Make Stunning Selection, Take Ty Simpson With No. 13 Pick appeared...

Lakers vs. Rockets Game 3 Preview: Does Houston have a counter?

The series between the Los Angeles Lakers and Houston Rockets shifts to the latter’s homebase on Friday. The Lakers look to take a commanding 3-0 lead in Game 3. Start time and TV schedule...

Ime Udoka remains unfazed by Lakers despite Rockets’ growing offensive struggles

Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka either isnt bothered at all by the Lakers' defense, or he's refusing to give it credit out of gamesmanship.

Lakers' Reaves upgraded to questionable for G3

Lakers guard Austin Reaves, who hasn't been sidelined since straining his left oblique on April 2, has been upgraded to questionable for Game 3, while Rockets star Kevin Durant is questionable...

Injury Notes: Gordon, Quickley, Durant, Reaves, Lillard, LaRavia

Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon will miss Game 3 against the Wolves on Thursday due to a calf injury, as first reported by NBA insider Chris Haynes (via Twitter). With the series tied at one game...

Austin Reaves, Joel Embiid take steps toward playoff returns; Kevin Durant questionable with new injury

Ahead of their respective Game 3s, we got significant injury updates to a trio of stars

Lakers suddenly positioned to do what once felt unthinkable after Kevin Durant news

The Los Angeles Lakers are up 2-0 over the Rockets in their first-round playoff series, and could increase that lead after the latest Kevin Durant news.

Austin Reaves Upgraded to Questionable For Game 3 vs. Rockets

Lakers star Austin Reaves has been on the mend for weeks with an oblique injury, but there is a chance that he returns for Game 3. The post Austin Reaves Upgraded to Questionable For Game 3 vs....

Austin Reaves upgraded to questionable for Game 3 vs. Rockets

There are still some steps left, but Lakers fans can start getting excited about Austin Reaves returning. Reaves has missed all of the postseason so far, but he is now listed as questionable for...

Short-handed Lakers show grit in leading series vs. Rockets

Beyond LeBron James' individual brilliance and extensive postseason history of carrying teams to heights previously unimagined, perhaps the characteri

Lakers get stunning Austin Reaves injury update for Game 3 vs. Rockets

Los Angeles Lakers star guard Austin Reaves has been upgraded to questionable ahead of Game 3 against the Houston Rockets. 

Lakers Injury Report: Austin Reaves Questionable For Game 3 Vs. Rockets

The Los Angeles Lakers released their injury report for Game 3 against the Houston Rockets and Austin Reaves (left oblique muscle strain) has been upgraded to questionable while Luka Doncic (left...

Austin Reaves’ Could Play Multiple Games Against Rockets After Injury Recovery

Lakers guard Austin Reaves could be back in action during this series against the Houston Rockets. The post Austin Reaves’ Could Play Multiple Games Against Rockets After Injury Recovery appeared...

Lakers quietly have perfect reason to be rooting against the Pistons in the playoffs

The Los Angeles Lakers should be rooting against the Pistons in the playoffs, as Jalen Duren's exit might become more plausible if they lost in the first round.

Tyler Glasnow throws eight scoreless innings to help Dodgers salvage finale vs. Giants

Dodgers right-hander Tyler Glasnow has another strong start to lift the Dodgers to a 3-0 victory over the San Francisco Giants on Thursday, striking out nine and allowing one hit.

James Pearce Jr. enters program that could drop charges from domestic dispute involving Rickea Jackson

Falcons' James Pearce Jr. will enter a six-month pretrial intervention program that should result in dismissal of charges related to an incident with former Sparks forward Rickea Jackson.

Lakers News: Deandre Ayton Having Fun Playing Defense Against Rockets

Lost in the shuffle of the Los Angeles Lakers’ swarming defensive effort against superstar Kevin Durant has been the outstanding job the team has done in containing the Houston Rockets’ other...

Steve Ballmer blasts Aspiration co-founder Joe Sanberg's bid for leniency ahead of sentencing

Aspiration co-founder Joe Sanberg submitted letters asking a judge for a light sentence in his fraud case. Clippers owner Steve Ballmer countered with a different message.

Angels Signing Kirby Yates Progressing in Rehab Assignment

Los Angeles Angels relief pitcher Kirby Yates transferred to Triple-A to continue his rehab assignment on Wednesday. Yates, who the Angels signed to a one-year, $5 million contract over the...

Could Italy replace Iran in this summer's World Cup? Here's how much leeway FIFA has

The Trump administration is pushing FIFA to replace Iran with Italy in the World Cup. But how feasible is it to do that this close to the start of the tournament?

Rockets gifting Lakers another exploitable mismatch ahead of pivotal Game 3

The Houston Rockets are willing putting themselves on BBQ Chicken Alert.

JJ Redick says Jake LaRavia is day to day with ‘minor’ ankle sprain

Besides Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves, the Lakers have had the rest of their roster available during the playoffs. However, they might be playing without a member of their rotation for Friday’s...

Lakers frontcourt player in jeopardy of missing Game 3 with ankle injury

Los Angeles Lakers forward Jake LaRavia is at risk of missing Game 3 with an ankle injury.

Rui Hachimura Has Been Preparing All Year To Play Big Postseason Minutes

The likes of Marcus Smart and Luke Kennard have gotten a ton of praise for their performance in the playoffs so far for the Los Angeles Lakers. But another role player who has been extremely...

Rui Hachimura, Luke Kennard praised Marcus Smart for setting tone for Lakers in Game 2

The Lakers don’t win Game 2 against the Rockets without Marcus Smart’s efforts. In the opening quarter, he was the most aggressive player on the court. He took seven shots and converted on five of...

Austin Reaves cleared for on-court work, could rejoin Lakers' lineup in 7-10 days

Austin Reaves is working out on the court and closing in on rejoining the Lakers' lineup. ,Reaves was cleared for the latest step in his progression o

Knicks fan favorite setting up a free agent trap that Lakers must avoid

The Los Angeles Lakers front office will be tempted to consider Mitchell Robinson as a free agent target, but they should avoid him at all costs.

Chargers Urged to Secure Starting Left Guard by Third Round of NFL Draft

One of the Los Angeles Chargers’ biggest needs going into the 2026 NFL Draft is a starting left guard. The Chargers lost starting left guard Zion Johnson to the Cleveland Browns in free agency....

LeBron James Not Getting Ahead Of Himself In Lakers Series Vs. Rockets

The Los Angeles Lakers are heading to Texas in a situation very few people thought they could be in. LeBron James has led L.A. to a shocking 2-0 series lead over the Houston Rockets, looking like...

Lakers urged to trade for $166 million East All-Star this offseason

The Los Angeles Lakers could make a move for this $166 million Eastern Conference All-Star this offseason.

UCLA Acquires Iowa State Forward Addy Brown in Transfer Portal

UCLA women’s basketball acquired Iowa State forward Addy Brown in the transfer portal on Thursday, according to On3’s Talia Goodman on X. Brown has one year of NCAA eligibility remaining. She is...

LeBron James already facing narrative rewrite in Lakers-Rockets series

Is it really so hard to give the Los Angeles Lakers star his well-deserved credit?

Eric Musselman Supports Alijah Arenas’ Decision to Stay in 2026 NBA Draft or Return to USC

Alijah Arenas has a big decision to make over the next few weeks. He will need to decide whether to remain declared for the 2026 NBA Draft or return to USC for a second chance to leave a lasting...

The Rockets had no answers for the Lakers’ defense on Kevin Durant

After the Lakers took Game 1, desperation naturally had to set in for the Rockets. No team wants to fall down 2-0, as those who hold that lead go on to win 92.7% of the time. Houston was held to...

Robot Supreme? Table tennis clanker Ace beats elite human players in AI milestone

On the heels of an AI-powered humanoid robot setting the world record in the half-marathon, a study reveals that AI robots have defeated elite players in table tennis.

Lakers News: Marcus Smart ‘Grateful’ To Be Back Contributing In Playoffs

Marcus Smart is only four years removed from winning the Defensive Player of the Year award. However, injuries and trades derailed him, limiting him to 54 games and zero playoff appearances for...

Luke Kennard: Lakers ‘Gotta Believe In What We Have’

Almost no one could have predicted that the Los Angeles Lakers — missing both Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves — would be leading the Houston Rockets 2-0 through two games of their first round...

Lakers may face unexpected consequences from Jalen Williams injury

A potential free agent target for the Los Angeles Lakers could get a lot more expensive.

Browns QB Shedeur Sanders' bold statement gets LeBron James attention

Shedeur Sanders impresses LeBron James with his bold remarks.

Lakers predicted to trade for $90M All-Star rim protector as perfect Luka Doncic lob partner

This move for the Lakers would be huge for the development of Luka Doncic and future for LA.

Free Agent Stock Watch: Los Angeles Lakers

For the rest of the regular season and postseason, Hoops Rumors is taking a closer look at players who will be free agents – or could become free agents – during the 2026 offseason. We’ll consider...

USC’s Makai Lemon Says Rams Would Be A ‘Perfect Fit’ Ahead of NFL Draft

USC star wide receiver Makai Lemon is just a few hours away from finding out which team he will begin his NFL career with. Lemon is one of the top receivers in the draft and is projected to be a...

Bronny James stuck in awkward Lakers limbo ahead of Game 3

So, is Bronny James really a part of the Los Angeles Lakers playoff rotation?

USC Acquires Colgate Transfer Guard Jalen Cox Through Portal

USC men’s basketball acquired Colgate guard Jalen Cox from the transfer portal on Wednesday. Cox announced his commitment on social media by posting a picture of him in a USC jersey and the...

LeBron James Has Special On-Court Connection With Marcus Smart

Without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, the Los Angeles Lakers need some players to step up alongside LeBron James to take down the Houston Rockets in the first round of the NBA Playoffs. In Game 1...

4th of July Gear & Gifts for Lakers Fans

Red, white, blue, and team colors — gear up for the ultimate Independence Day celebration.

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