News · 22 April 2026

Lakers Lead 1-0 as Durant Returns for Game 2

The Lakers lead the Rockets 1-0 after a 107-98 Game 1 victory, with LeBron James posting 19 points and 13 assists. Both teams were shorthanded: Kevin Durant missed Game 1 with a right knee contusion, while Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves remain sidelined for the Lakers. Durant has returned for Game 2 on Tuesday.

By BriefTea Editorial · 22 April 2026 at 5:55

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