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Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves ‘out indefinitely' as Lakers enter playoffs

Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves will not return from injury in time to begin the Lakers’ first-round playoff series against the Houston Rockets, leaving Los Angeles without its top two scorers....

Lakers News: Deandre Ayton Looking Forward To ‘Physical’ Playoff Matchup With Rockets

The Los Angeles Lakers have a tough task ahead of them in the playoffs as they are set to face the Houston Rockets in the first round. Being without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves for at least the...

Rockets handing LeBron James a golden opportunity to solidify his Lakers legacy

The LeBron James-led Los Angeles Lakers can beat this Houston Rockets team, especially with its potential chemistry issues.

JJ Redick: LeBron James Had ‘Remarkable’ Season For Lakers

In his 23rd NBA season, LeBron James continued to defy all logic and play at an All-Star caliber level for the Los Angeles Lakers. There were some concerns about how he would hold up, especially...

Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves’ uncertain futures quietly spell trouble for Rockets

The uncertain timeline for the return of Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves could give the Los Angeles Lakers a mental edge in the first round.

Injury Notes: Doncic, Heat, Allen, Hunter, Butler

Lakers star Luka Doncic is scheduled to return to the United States and rejoin his team on Friday, reports Melissa Rohlin of the California Post. Doncic, who suffered a Grade 2 left hamstring...

LeBron James takes the reins for Lakers entering playoffs

LeBron James is taking back the reins as the Lakers’ No. 1 playmaker and steering the team into the playoffs.

This Day In Lakers History: Kobe Bryant Sinks Buzzer-Beater Against Trail Blazers In Double Overtime

Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant had a plethora of unforgettable moments over the course of his 20-year...

Prep talk: Culver City freshman Aliza Rush aims to be top sprinter

Aliza Rush ran a career-best 11.87 seconds in the 100 meters at the Arcadia Invitational Open competition on Friday, finishing fourth.

Fans vent frustration over high World Cup ticket prices for worse seats

U.S. soccer fans are outraged by FIFA's ticket sale system that included high prices and poor seat locations that were revealed after the purchases were completed.

Monday, April 13, 2026
Lakers' Jake LaRavia and former coach reunite and reflect on ‘grueling' workouts

It was going to be an uphill battle for Jake LaRavia. When the Los Angeles Lakers forward was in middle school and first approached AAU basketball coach Rick Thomas about joining his team, he...

Austin Reaves' former teacher explains why he refused to make a backup plan

Austin Reaves never made a backup plan. Of all the lessons he learned from Prisscilla Callahan, his former teacher in Arkansas who became like a second mother, that would not be one of them. His...

How changes last year set up Dodgers' Justin Wrobleski's gem against Mets: 'He was at a crossroads'

Justin Wrobelski has the best outing of his career, pitching eight shutout innings, and Andy Pages homers as Dodgers beat the Mets.

Sparks surprised, excited to land versatile South Carolina guard late in WNBA draft

The Sparks didn't expect South Carolina guard Ta’Niya Latson, a strong shooter who can also defend, to be available in the second round of the WNBA draft.

Anthony Davis gets brutally honest on his future with Wizards

Anthony Davis made his feelings very clear Monday as he spoke about what the future holds for him as a member of the Washington Wizards. The 10-time All-Star was candid with reporters Monday about...

Prep sports roundup: Norco moves two games up in Big VIII League baseball race

Corona Centennial upsets Corona 5-2; Norco rolls to 10-3 win over Roosevelt

Sparks select Ta’Niya Latson, Chance Gray in 2026 WNBA Draft

While the Sparks did not have a first round pick, they did make a handful of selections in the second and third round in Monday’s 2026 WNBA Draft. With the No. 20 pick, the Sparks selected Ta’Niya...

Klay Thompson's Lakers decision looks even worse after latest comments

Klay Thompson would've been far better off if he had chosen the Los Angeles Lakers over the Mavericks.

NBA’s 65-game rule looks brutally broken thanks to Luka Doncic and Victor Wembanyama

Luka Doncic might be done in by a 65-game rule that clearly needs to undergo some adjustments moving forward, leading to a fairer landscape for all NBA players.

UCLA breaks WNBA draft records with five first-round picks and six overall

UCLA stars Lauren Betts, Gabriela Jaquez, Kiki Rice, Angela Dugalic, Gianna Kneepkens and Charlisse Leger-Walker were selected in the WNBA draft Monday.

Dalton Knecht’s parting gift a harrowing reminder of where Lakers went wrong

Los Angeles Lakers wing Dalton Knecht may have just played his final regular season game for the team. It was a reminder of what went wrong.

Lakers fans won't like latest Giannis Antetokounmpo trade rumors

Los Angeles Lakers fans hoping for a Giannis Antetokounmpo trade this summer won't like the latest buzz from Bill Simmons.

Luka Doncic rejoining Lakers after getting injury treatment in Europe

Lakers star Luka Doncic will rejoin the team on Friday after getting treatment for his injury in Europe. There is no timetable for when he will be cleared to play.

Deandre Ayton gets one last shot to prove he belongs in Los Angeles

The Los Angeles Lakers center can make his case for an extended stay in the NBA Playoffs.

LeBron James Named Western Conference Player of the Week

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James added yet another accolade to his stocked trophy cabinet with his 70th Player of the Week award.

Angels’ Jose Soriano Brings in Accolade Amid Hot Streak

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Jose Soriano earned a major honor after his fantastic start to the season: the AL Player of the Week.

Rui Hachimura’s Lakers surge isn't cooling off if proven history is any indicator

Rui Hachimura enters the playoffs red-hot, and his shooting could be the Lakers' biggest X-factor in their round one matchup with the Houston Rockets.

LeBron James, Brandon Ingram Named Players Of Week

Lakers forward LeBron James and Raptors forward Brandon Ingram have been named Players of the Week for the week of April 6-12, according to the league (Twitter links). The Western Conference...

Luka Dončić expected back in Los Angeles this week, Austin Reaves out until at least May

Luka Dončić’s trip to Spain has brought with it a lack of clarity. With no real precedent of a player going there during the season and no firm idea on a timetable for a return, there isn’t much...

Luka Doncic injury update gifts Lakers unexpected reason for optimism

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic left for Europe to receive treatment on his injured hamstring. The latest update is an eye-opener.

Angels Among Teams Defrauded by Yogurt Company: The Athletic

In a new report by The Athletic, the Los Angeles Angels were named as one of multiple victims of an allegedly fraudulent scheme by the French frozen yogurt brand, Cremily. Cremily is advertised as...

LeBron James could reshape his Lakers future in the first round of the playoffs

The Los Angeles Lakers could be begging LeBron James to stay after the Houston Rockets series.

Hall of Fame coach Doc Rivers out in Milwaukee. Is superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo next?

The Milwaukee Bucks had a down year largely because Giannis Antetokounmpo played in only 36 games. Coach Doc Rivers is out and Antetokounmpo might be traded.

Marcus Smart’s playmaking will be integral to Lakers postseason hopes

In their final regular season game, the Lakers routed a tanking Utah Jazz team for their 53rd win, the most for the franchise since 2010-11. All the machinations of surviving a grueling 82 games...

JJ Redick sets the tone Lakers fans wanted ahead of critical Rockets matchup

The undermanned Los Angeles Lakers will bring all they have against the Houston Rockets.

UCLA Acquires TCU Veteran Guard Through Transfer Portal

UCLA women’s basketball picked up a third player through the transfer portal on Monday. Former TCU guard Donovyn Hunter has reportedly committed to UCLA with one year of eligibility remaining,...

Lakers should already be ready to move on from a major headache after the playoffs

The Los Angeles Lakers will want to explore options to unload Jarred Vanderbilt elsewhere.

UCLA WBB Assistant Coach Could Reunite With Two of Six Seniors in WNBA

After helping UCLA women’s basketball win its first NCAA title in program history earlier this month, forward Michaela Onyenwere has reportedly signed a multi-year deal worth more than $1.4...

How do the Lakers match up against the Houston Rockets entering their playoff series?

The Lakers did enough at the end of the regular season to secure the No. 4 seed in the Western Conference and home-court advantage in its first-round matchup with the Rockets.

Stephen A. Smith makes brutal prediction about Lakers’ playoff chances

The NBA playoffs field is set, and LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers will face Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets in the first round. Unfortunately for LA, Austin Reaves and Luka Doncic...

Bronny James made his clearest case yet for a once-unthinkable Lakers reality

The Los Angeles Lakers may have one of their guys for regular playoff minutes in Bronny James.

Sparks Re-Sign Kelsey Plum to Lucrative One-Year Deal

Four-time WNBA All-Star Kelsey Plum will be back with the Los Angeles Sparks next season. The veteran guard will be going into her eighth WNBA season and second with the Sparks after reportedly...

The Lakers are the underdogs of the playoffs

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Lakers fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in...

JJ Redick pulls back the curtain on Lakers’ stunning last-minute decision

The Los Angeles Lakers coach had a great explanation on why the team elevated Nick Smith Jr.

Former Bruin Returns to UCLA WBB in Transfer Portal

After a stint with North Carolina, rising junior guard Elina Aarnisalo is returning to UCLA through the transfer portal with two years of eligibility remaining. Aarnisalo played her freshman...

Whatever happened to Julio Urías? 'Teams ask me about him all the time,' agent says

Scott Boras, the agent for Julio Urías, declined to say whether any team had offered Urías a contract this year but said he has not solicited offers from any clubs.

It took 82 games but Dalton Knecht came alive just in time for the Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers scorer looks good again right before the NBA Playoffs.

Lakers have ideal former Luka Doncic teammate to target if Mavericks expert is right

The Los Angeles Lakers plan to build their roster around Luka Doncic this summer, and the Mavericks will likely have the ideal big man available.

'Mr. 82.' How Jake LaRavia became the injury-plagued Lakers' iron man

Jake LaRavia of the Lakers is one of only 18 players this season to appear in every regular season game.

Sunday, April 12, 2026
Player Grades: Lakers vs. Jazz

After an exhausting, long NBA season, it was nice to go about Sunday’s game stress-free. There were some stakes involved as the Lakers could still finish either the third or fourth seed. However,...

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