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Damon Jones, a former NBA player and Lakers assistant, became the first of 34 defendants to plead guilty Tuesday in an expansive federal gambling indictment in Brooklyn.Los Angeles Times • 12 hrs • ShareLos Angeles Times • 12 hrs
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The starting guard, who has been sidelined along with Luka Doncic since April 2, is questionable as the team looks to close out the playoff series vs. the Rockets.Los Angeles Times • 14 hrs • ShareLos Angeles Times • 14 hrs
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The Los Angeles Lakers surged to a 3-1 lead in their NBA playoff series despite the absence of stars Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. The 41-year-old LeBron James led the charge as the fourth-seeded...The Big Lead • 19 hrs • ShareThe Big Lead • 19 hrs
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Deandre Ayton was the best player on the court for the Lakers in Game 4 against Houston before his ejection compromised the Lakers' comeback hopes.Los Angeles Times • Apr 26 • ShareLos Angeles Times • Apr 26
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The Lakers commit 24 turnovers and only make five three-pointers as the Houston Rockets pull away in the third quarter en route to a 115-96 win in Game 4.Los Angeles Times • Apr 26 • ShareLos Angeles Times • Apr 26
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The Los Angeles Lakers and Houston Rockets meet Sunday for Game 4 of their first-round playoff series, with the Lakers holding a commanding 3–0 lead after a dramatic overtime comeback in Game...The Big Lead • Apr 26 • ShareThe Big Lead • Apr 26
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His first postseason points comes in a 26-second flurry that includes a three-pointer and an alley-oop dunk off a pass from his father in Game 3.Los Angeles Times • Apr 25 • ShareLos Angeles Times • Apr 25
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Not only have the Lakers proven they can beat the Houston Rockets, but they've also shown they're capable of defeating Oklahoma City and San Antonio.Los Angeles Times • Apr 25 • ShareLos Angeles Times • Apr 25
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LeBron James put on another ageless performance and the Lakers showed proved once again they are one of the NBA's top clutch-time teams in their Game 3 win.Los Angeles Times • Apr 25 • ShareLos Angeles Times • Apr 25
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Even though Austin Reaves was was unable to play, Marcus Smart had a big night with 25 points, 10 assists, five steals and two blocks in an overtime win.Los Angeles Times • Apr 24 • ShareLos Angeles Times • Apr 24
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The Los Angeles Lakers and Houston Rockets head into Friday's Game 3 with Los Angeles holding a 2–0 series lead after controlling the first two games at home. MORE: Stephen Curry changes...The Big Lead • Apr 24 • ShareThe Big Lead • Apr 24
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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.Los Angeles Times • Apr 24 • ShareLos Angeles Times • Apr 24
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The Spurs fell to the underdog Portland Trail Blazers after center Victor Wembanyama's concussion. Meanwhile, the Lakers again overcame Luka Doncic's absence.Los Angeles Times • Apr 22 • ShareLos Angeles Times • Apr 22
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Marcus Smart has stepped into a leadership role for the Lakers, helping them believe they can beat Houston without Luka Doncic and Austin Reeves.Los Angeles Times • Apr 22 • ShareLos Angeles Times • Apr 22
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Bill Plaschke writes LeBron James, Marcus Smart and Luke Kennard will lead the Lakers to a surprising first-round playoff series win over the Rockets.Los Angeles Times • Apr 22 • ShareLos Angeles Times • Apr 22
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The Rockets had Kevin Durant back for Game 2 of their first-round matchup Tuesday. But the Lakers had Marcus Smart guard him in their 101-94 win to take a 2-0 series lead.ESPN • Apr 22
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LeBron James, Luke Kennard and Marcus Smart combined for 76 points, 16 rebounds and 16 assists to lead the Lakers to a 2-0 series lead.Los Angeles Times • Apr 21 • ShareLos Angeles Times • Apr 21
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The Houston Rockets and Los Angeles Lakers meet Tuesday night in Game 2, with Houston looking to bounce back after the Lakers stole the series opener. MORE: Ranking the current NBA playoff duos How...The Big Lead • Apr 21 • ShareThe Big Lead • Apr 21
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Rockets star Kevin Durant has been cleared to return for Game 2 against the Los Angeles Lakers after missing Game 1 due to a knee tendon bruise.ESPN • Apr 21
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By angelv05 • Jan 5 '11Jan 5 '11
Pacific Standings
| W | L | Pct | GB | Stk | |
| L.A. Lakers | 53 | 29 | .646 | — | W3 |
| Phoenix | 45 | 37 | .549 | 8.0 | W1 |
| L.A. Clippers | 42 | 40 | .512 | 11.0 | W1 |
| Golden St. | 37 | 45 | .451 | 16.0 | L3 |
| Sacramento | 22 | 60 | .268 | 31.0 | L1 |
Schedule at a Glance
| Sun, Apr 12 | Utah | W 131-107 |
| Sat, Apr 18 | Houston | W 107-98 |
| Tue, Apr 21 | Houston | W 101-94 |
| Fri, Apr 24 | at Houston | 5:00 PM |
| Sun, Apr 26 | at Houston | 6:30 PM |
| Wed, Apr 29 | Houston | 3:00 AM |