https://www.nbcsports.com/nba/news/lebron-james-outduels-kevin-durant-but-its-marcus-smart-and-luke-kennard-that-have-lakers-up-2-0-on-rockets
LeBron James outduels Kevin Durant, but it's Marcus Smart and Luke Kennard that have Lakers up 2-0...
Apr 22, 2026 - The Lakers defended well and their role players stepped up, while the Houston offense looks stuck in the mud.
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https://nypost.com/2026/04/27/sports/lakers-marcus-smart-luke-kennard-fined-by-nba/
Lakers’ Marcus Smart, Luke Kennard fined by NBA
Lakers guard Marcus Smart was fined $35,000, while fellow guard Luke Kennard was fined $25,000.
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https://www.skysports.com/nba/news/29876/13533626/nba-playoffs-lebron-james-and-luke-kennard-lead-la-lakers-to-shock-win-over-houston-rockets-in-game-one-with-kevin-durant-absent
NBA Playoffs: LeBron James and Luke Kennard lead LA Lakers to shock win over Houston Rockets in...
Apr 20, 2026 - Lakers took a shock game one win over Rockets with LeBron James and Luke Kennard leading the charge; James also made history by playing with Bronny in the...
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https://www.latimes.com/sports/lakers/story/2026-04-19/luke-kennard-channels-luka-doncic-helps-lakers-beat-rockets
Luke Kennard channels Luka Doncic, helps Lakers beat Rockets - Los Angeles Times
Apr 19, 2026 - The injury-ravaged Lakers were expected to wilt in the playoffs, but Luke Kennard delivered a blistering shooting show during a win over Houston.
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