Brooks, known for his ability to rack up technical fouls, has been approaching an automatic NBA suspension that is triggered when a player reaches 16 in one season. Multiple posts initially suggested Brooks would be suspended for the Lakers matchup on Monday after tallying his 16th technical foul.

Most slates include multiple games involving teams that are actively trying to lose, while the top seeds are so far ahead of their competition in the playoff picture that resting star players has become routine.

Rui Hachimura, a significant contributor to the Lakers' success, injured his knee during a dunk on February 27, leading to missed weeks due to left patellar tendinopathy. Despite his return, Hachimura openly admits he may not reach full health until the end of the season.

The battles for home-court advantage in Round 1 and a top-six playoff spot could go down to the final day of the season.

In the lead-up to the NBA playoffs, maintaining composure and executing game plans become critical for a team's success. Recently, LeBron James, the core player of the Los Angeles Lakers, emphasized these principles after the Lakers secured a 104-98 victory over the Houston Rockets.

Rookie Lakers head coach JJ Redick eels like he has found a home in the greater Los Angeles area and is doing a fine job with the team.

Mar 2, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) and guard Luka Doncic (77) react after a play during the first quarter against the LA Clippers at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jason Parkhurst-Imagn Images / Jason Parkhurst-Imagn Images

Veteran Al Horford turned back the clock to help the NBA champion Boston Celtics notch a ninth straight victory and nab a franchise first with a 117-103 win over the Grizzlies in Memphis on Monday.

Doncic led the Mavericks to the NBA Finals last season, and will aim to do so again with his new team. Last season, the Lakers reached the first round of the playoffs through the play-in ...

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