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The Los Angeles Lakers meet the Houston Rockets in Game 3 of their first-round playoff series. LeBron James and the Lakers won the first two games in L.A. The series moves to Houston for Games 3 and 4. Austin Reaves is questionable to return for the Lakers. Kevin Durant is also questionable to play for the Rockets.

The Los Angeles Lakers lead the Houston Rockets 3-0 in their playoff series. Can the Rockets avoid elimination tonight?

Rajon Rondo is reportedly in the mix for the Pelicans' head coach opening.

Rich Paul, LeBron James' longtime agent, says the Lakers "should be doing everything they can" to keep James past this season.

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