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Kevin Durant, LeBron James meet in playoffs for 4th time when Rockets visit short-handed Lakers

Kevin Durant, LeBron James meet in playoffs for 4th time when Rockets visit short-handed Lakers

LeBron James and Kevin Durant have faced each other in the playoffs three times, and the superstar with the superior supporting cast won a championship every time

JJ Redick says Lakers ‘mindset’ is extend season, so Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves can return

JJ Redick says Lakers ‘mindset’ is extend season, so Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves can return

For Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves to come back this year, the Lakers have to win some games without them.

3 matchups that could swing the Lakers’ odds against the Rockets

3 matchups that could swing the Lakers’ odds against the Rockets

Despite missing two key stars, the first round matchup between Los Angeles and Houston still has plenty of intrigue.

The Lakers still have hope for the playoffs, even without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves for now

The Lakers still have hope for the playoffs, even without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves for now

The Lakers spent six months building and working toward the opportunity to make some noise in the playoffs

Kevin Durant returns to the playoffs, leading the Rockets into a 1st-round clash with the Lakers

Kevin Durant returns to the playoffs, leading the Rockets into a 1st-round clash with the Lakers

Kevin Durant is back in the playoffs after missing out last season

Inside the numbers: Some notes going into NBA playoffs

Inside the numbers: Some notes going into NBA playoffs

This NBA season has been unusual, with three teams finishing over

Is the path toward playoff success elite offense or defense?

Is the path toward playoff success elite offense or defense?

The Lakers need to lean on their strengths, but try to be great on both sides of the ball to find postseason glory.

Marcus Smart calls Game 1 ‘tremendously important’ for Lakers

Marcus Smart calls Game 1 ‘tremendously important’ for Lakers

The Lakers aren’t shying away from the fact that they want to win Game 1 and protect home court.

Finding the Lakers path to upsetting the Rockets

Finding the Lakers path to upsetting the Rockets

The Lakers are huge underdogs against the Rockets, but they still have a path to a first round upset.

JJ Redick says he has ‘trust’ in Bronny James, as Lakers prepare for playoffs

JJ Redick says he has ‘trust’ in Bronny James, as Lakers prepare for playoffs

The Lakers will need every player who suits up against the Rockets to elevate their play, including Bronny James.

NBA Announces Full Schedule for Rockets-Lakers Playoff Series

NBA Announces Full Schedule for Rockets-Lakers Playoff Series

NBA Announces Full Schedule for Rockets-Lakers Playoff Series

History of Rockets vs. Lakers in the NBA Playoffs

History of Rockets vs. Lakers in the NBA Playoffs

A clash of two of the NBA’s proudest franchises has more history than you think