Author: Martin Rogers, USA TODAY

Just in case you needed reminding, there’sa second team in the first-round playoff series involving the defending champion Golden State Warriors.

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The once-great Los Angeles Lakers are rusting under mismanagement and must focus on internal health before replacing their head coach.

Luke Walton had a 98-148 record during his three seasons on the sidelines for the Los Angeles Lakers, missing the playoffs each year.

No LeBron. No Ball. No Ingram. No Kuzma. This iteration of the now unrecognizable L.A. squad gives some fans rare chance to experience Lakers game.

Ejections, technical fouls and bad behavior. What’s in the NBA water? Ask Gregg Popovich, Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook. It’s crunch time.

The three-time NBA champion says “I want to compete now” when describing the importance of strengthening the Lakers in a market ripe with talent.

We take a look at the finalcontests of the NBA regular season and predict what the postseason matchups are going to be.

LeBron. Serena. Zion. Duke’s fabulous freshman — already known across sports by just his first name — became an NBA star with Duke’s loss.