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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
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NBA playoffs 2026: Thunder try to end the parity, challengers set to crash the party
Oklahoma City guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander isn't focused on becoming a back-to-back NBA champion
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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
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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.
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NBA Announces Full Schedule for Rockets-Lakers Playoff Series
NBA Announces Full Schedule for Rockets-Lakers Playoff Series
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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.
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LeBron James Prepares for Challenging Playoff Series Against Houston Rockets
LeBron James Prepares for Challenging Playoff Series Against Houston Rockets
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Rockets need to beat up the Lakers in their 2026 NBA Playoff series
The Rockets have a toughness edge on the Lakers, and they need to use it.
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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.
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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.
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Dillon Brooks wished for the Warriors. Tonight, his wish is granted
Dillon the Villain welcomes the Dubs for an elimination Play-In tourney game.
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Rockets vs. Lakers 2026 NBA Playoff series preview
Houston faces off versus Lebron and friends in a first round series
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