LeBron James nets 28, Lakers grab 2-0 lead on Rockets in NBA Playoff series | Basketball News
Kevin Durant scores 23 for Houston but the Lakers bag a 101-94 win despite a depleted team, with…
Marcus Smart’s breakout game helps Lakers go up 2-0 on Rockets
Dave McMenaminApr 22, 2026, 03:49 AM ET CloseLakers and NBA reporter for ESPN. Covered the Lakers and NBA…
NBA play-offs: LeBron James shines for Los Angeles Lakers while Victor Wembanyama concussed
LeBron James shone as the Los Angeles Lakers took charge of their NBA play-off series while Victor Wembanyama…
Road teams pushing back in early days of NBA playoffs, stealing away the home-court advantages
The first six games in this season’s playoffs all had something in common. The home teams all prevailed,…
Lakers injury updates: Reaves could return during first round; Dončić further off
The Los Angeles Lakers expect to be without star guard Luka Dončić for the remainder of their first-round…
Scoot Henderson scores season-high 31 as Blazers tie series
Ramona ShelburneApr 22, 2026, 01:05 AM ET CloseSenior writer for ESPN.comSpent seven years at the Los Angeles Daily…
4 takeaways: Philadelphia backcourt delivers big to even series
With their starting backcourt leading the way, the Philadelphia 76ers defeat the Boston Celtics 111-97 to even the…
Blazers’ Splitter on Dundon reports: ‘Trying to be a pro’
Ramona ShelburneApr 21, 2026, 11:07 PM ET CloseSenior writer for ESPN.comSpent seven years at the Los Angeles Daily…
Fans disappointed in Celtics loss, eager for Game 3 in Philadelphia
THIS GAME STOPS FANS RIGHT IN THEIR TRACKS. A LOT OF THINGS WENT WRONG FOR THE CELTICS TONIGHT.…
Tyrese Maxey, VJ Edgecombe flex in Boston: Takeaways from Celtics-76ers Game 2
Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecombe combined for 59 points, and the Philadelphia 76ers looked like a completely different…
Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama exits, put in concussion protocol
Michael C. WrightApr 21, 2026, 09:13 PM ET CloseJoined ESPN in 2010 Previously covered Bears for ESPN.com Played…
Bulls at crossroads as Billy Donovan steps down after front office firings
The Bulls are “at a critical turning point” as coach Billy Donovan on Tuesday stepped down, which follows…