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LeBron James gets real on expanding Lakers NBA Playoffs role vs. Rockets
TL;DR
LeBron James aims to expand his role in the NBA Playoffs as the Lakers face the Rockets. With key players Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves sidelined, James is stepping up to help secure a 2-0 lead in the series.
Key points
- LeBron James aims to expand his role in the playoffs
- Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves are not available
- James played 38 productive minutes in Game 1
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For a vast majority of LeBron James' career, he was expected to do nearly everything in the NBA Playoffs. Those expectations shifted when he joined the Los Angeles Lakers in 2019 but they are now back. Against the Houston Rockets, Coach JJ Redick needs all the help he can get and it all starts with their aging superstar. It's because both Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves will not be on the court.
James wants to do more for Lakers in NBA Playoffs
Game 1 against the Rockets was a masterclass on aging gracefully on the court by LeBron James. Coach JJ Redick was able to play him for 38 minutes and every single second of his playing time was productive. Entering Game 2 of this NBA Playoffs series, the Lakers star wants to do more so that his team could take a commanding 2-0 lead.
James outlined the reason why he wanted to expand his NBA Playoffs role for the Lakers, via Dan Woike of The Athletic.
Q&A
What is LeBron James' role in the Lakers' NBA Playoffs against the Rockets?
LeBron James is looking to expand his role significantly to support the Lakers in their playoff series against the Rockets.
Why are Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves not playing in the Lakers vs. Rockets series?
Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves are sidelined, prompting LeBron James to take on a larger role for the Lakers in the playoffs.
How many minutes did LeBron James play in Game 1 against the Rockets?
LeBron James played for 38 minutes in Game 1 against the Rockets, contributing effectively during his time on the court.
