Houston Rockets

On Saturday evening, the Houston Rockets fell behind 0-1 in their first round playoff series against the Los Angeles Lakers by a score of 107-98. The Rockets played in this one without Kevin Durant, who unexpectedly sat out due to a knee injury, but they still had the overall injury advantage in this one, with […] The post What Rockets’ Amen Thompson said about getting thoroughly cooked by Luke Kennard appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Luke Kennard scored a career playoff-high 27 points, LeBron James had 19 points and 13 assists, and the short-handed Los Angeles Lakers capitalized on Kevin Durant's injury absence for a 107-98 victory over the Houston Rockets in Game 1.

Bronny James got four minutes in the second quarter of the Lakers' Game 1 win over the Rockets.

The Los Angeles Lakers drew first blood in their 2026 playoff series. LeBron James, though, made it clear the real advantage might still be hidden. Following a controlled 107-98 Game 1 win over the Houston Rockets, James refused to reveal the tactical reads that allowed him to dissect Houston’s defense all night. “I don’t wanna […] The post Lakers’ LeBron James doesn’t want to give up any secrets after grounding Rockets in Game 1 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Los Angeles Lakers kicked off the 2026 NBA Playoffs on Saturday evening, hosting the Houston Rockets in Game 1 of their first-round series. Unfortunately, the Lakers went into the postseason without their two leading scorers as Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves both continue to work their way back from injuries. The playing field was […]

Without Kevin Durant, Houston looked like last year's unfinished version of itself

After the Los Angeles Lakers were written off by most of the NBA world due to injuries, they just racked up a huge playoff win against the Houston Rockets.

JJ Redick had high praises for Deandre Ayton following the star center’s performance in the Los Angeles Lakers’ Game 1 win over the Houston Rockets in the first round on Saturday night. Ayton took part in his playoff debut as a member of the Lakers. It marked his first time playing in the postseason since […] The post Lakers’ JJ Redick gives props to Deandre Ayton for two-way play vs. Rockets appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Grading every Lakers player’s performance from the team’s 107-98 win over the Rockets in Game 1.

Celebrities pack Lakers vs. Rockets Playoff game from Travis Scott to Timothy Olyphant and more

Rui Hachimura didn't take too kindly to being yelled at by LeBron James.

Two viral content creators dressed as LeBron James and Luka Doncic return courtside for Lakers vs. Rockets Game 1, spending big after a Fan of the Game snub.

JJ Redick explains how the Lakers have prepared for first-round series vs. Rockets.

NBA insider says there's still a chance Luka Doncic could return in the first round to face Rockets.

This in a series where the Lakers are without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.

The lanky All-Star forward has a bruised right now that will force him to miss series opener, but coach Ime Udoka doesn't believe it's a long-term problem.

Kevin Durant will miss the Houston Rockets' playoff opener against the Los Angeles Lakers with a knee injury.

Kevin Durant sustained a right knee contusion during practice this week but the Rockets are optimistic it will not be a significant issue during their first-round playoff series against the Lakers, a source told ESPN.

The middle of the Western Conference was in flux for much of the regular season as four teams were separated by just a couple of games. In the end, the Los Angeles Lakers wound up with the fourth seed and will take on the Houston Rockets in the first round of the NBA Playoffs. The […]

Jalen Green delivered 36 points on 14-of-20 shooting as the Phoenix Suns eliminated the Golden State Warriors 111-96 Friday, claiming the Western Conference's No. 8 seed and a first-round playoff matchup against defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder beginning Sunday. Green, who averaged just 13.3 points on 37% shooting against Golden State in last year's playoffs with the Houston Rockets, shot 8-of-14 from 3-point range in a pointed performance against the same opponent. "I remember what t...