The Rockets took down the Lakers in Game 1 by imposing their will with their star power, their position-less lineups and their tenacious defense.
Author: Mark Medina, USA TODAY
Opinion: Clippers’ biggest challenge against Nuggets will be themselves
After rolling to a 120-97 win over the Nuggets in Game 1, the Clippers are playing like what they appear to be on paper: Unstoppable.
Will layoff help or hurt Lakers and Clippers in respective second-round playoff series?
Lakers and Clippers enter second-round playoff series with something their opponents will not get: multiple days off without a game. Will that help?
How James Harden sealed Houston Rockets’ Game 7 victory vs. Oklahoma City Thunder despite poor shooting
James Harden might have struggled shooting the ball, but he came through with the biggest play in the Rockets’ Game 7 win over the Thunder.
Opinion: Rockets shouldn’t be faulted for Russell Westbrook trade, even if his miscues lead to more playoff heartbreak
Do not let the results of this series fully color who won the Russell Westbrook-Chris Paul trade – even if the Rockets fall in Game 7.
Mavericks’ Luka Doncic: Flagrant foul by Clippers’ Marcus Morris Sr. was ‘terrible play’
Mavericks star Luka Doncic expressed his displeasure with the flagrant foul by Clippers forward Marcus Morris Sr.
How Clippers’ Kawhi Leonard became calming influence in player meetings and Game 6 win over Mavericks
Kawhi Leonard’s calming influence was vital in recent days as the Clippers decided whether to resume the playoffs.
LeBron James unplugged: Lakers star talks resumed NBA playoffs, racial justice, Obama, Kaepernick, Boseman
The Lakers’ closeout win over the Blazers took a backseat as LeBron James used his postgame comments to talk protests, racial justice and more.
Inside look at how the Lakers weighed ending vs. resuming the season
The Lakers initially wanted to end the season after the first games were boycotted, but meetings with the rest of the players softened their stance.
How NBA teams and players are fighting voter suppression as Election Day nears
Some teams are opening arenas for polling or to process absentee ballots. Many players are using social media to highlight several voting initiatives.