Apr. 19, 2026
Lakers and Rockets Clash in Tight First Half
Defending champions Lakers and rebuilding Rockets battle in close game
Apr. 19, 2026
Lookalike Crashes Lakers Bench Before Rockets Game
A man who resembled Luka Dončić made an unexpected appearance on the Lakers' bench.
Apr. 19, 2026
Lakers and Rockets Set for Pivotal NBA Playoff Clash
LeBron James leads Lakers against Durant-less Rockets in opening game of Western Conference series
Apr. 19, 2026
Lakers and Rockets Clash in Highly Anticipated NBA Playoff Matchup
Kevin Durant's absence adds intrigue to the 4 vs. 5 Western Conference showdown
Apr. 19, 2026
Lakers and Rockets Clash in Pivotal NBA Playoff Matchup
Injury status of star player Kevin Durant looms large over first-round series
Apr. 19, 2026
Lakers Announce Starting Lineup Without Doncic, Reaves for Game 1 vs. Rockets
LeBron James, Deandre Ayton, and Marcus Smart will lead the Lakers' starting unit as they open the playoffs against the Rockets.
Apr. 19, 2026
Kennard's Big Game 1 Performance Lifts Lakers Over Rockets
Veteran guard steps up with Doncic and Reaves sidelined to start playoff series.
Apr. 19, 2026
LeBron, Bronny Make NBA Playoff History in Lakers Win
Father-son duo becomes first to play together in postseason
Apr. 19, 2026
Lakers Capitalize on Durant's Injury, Defeat Rockets in Game 1
LeBron James and Luke Kennard lead Lakers to surprise victory with Durant sidelined
Apr. 19, 2026
Derek Fisher compares LeBron James' late-career renaissance to Magic Johnson era
The Lakers legend sees similarities between the playmaking abilities of LeBron and Magic Johnson.
Apr. 19, 2026
Rockets Open Playoff Series vs. Lakers Without Star Kevin Durant
Durant ruled out due to right knee injury suffered in practice
Apr. 19, 2026
Kalshi Promo Code CBSSPORTS Offers $10 Bonus for NBA Playoffs and MLB
New users can get a $10 bonus after $10 in trades with the Kalshi promo code CBSSPORTS.
Apr. 19, 2026
Lakers' JJ Redick Announces Luka Doncic Update Before Rockets Game
Doncic remains sidelined with a left hamstring strain as the Lakers face the Rockets in the playoffs.
Apr. 19, 2026
Lakers Upset Rockets in Game 1 Behind Kennard, James
Veteran stars lead short-handed Lakers to surprise win over Durant-less Rockets
Apr. 19, 2026
Rockets Struggle Without Durant, Fall to Lakers in Game 1
Houston unable to overcome star's absence in first-round playoff opener
Apr. 19, 2026
Luka Dončić lookalike crashes Lakers bench before Rockets game
The imposter and his friend got close to LeBron James and Bronny James, who seemed unbothered by their presence.
Apr. 19, 2026
Lakers vs. Timberwolves Game 3 Schedule and Viewing Options
Get the details on when and where to watch this crucial NBA playoff matchup
Apr. 19, 2026
Osaka's Thriving Basketball Scene Captivates Fans
From the Osaka Evessa to local community courts, the city's hoops culture is a must-experience for basketball enthusiasts
Apr. 19, 2026
LeBron James Dominates Game 1 as Lakers Defeat Rockets
James' playmaking sets the tone for a comfortable Lakers victory, leaving the Rockets wary of what's to come.
Apr. 19, 2026
LeBron James leads Lakers to Game 1 win over Rockets
Lakers star's playmaking and scoring helps overcome injuries to key players
