Lakers vs Rockets: Intense Playoff Battle

Lakers vs Rockets: Intense Playoff Battle

Author: The Daily News Now! April 17, 2026 Duration: 1:20
Los Angeles Lakers News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
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The Lakers, with a 53-win season, face the Rockets in the playoffs, relying on key players like LeBron James and Marcus Smart. Despite injuries to Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, the Lakers aim to push back against the Rockets, especially after bouncing back from a Christmas Day loss. Marcus Smart highlights the challenge of checking Kevin Durant, setting up a key individual battle. The Lakers success hinges on their ability to match intensity from the start and convert early deficits into deep playoff runs.

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