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May 25, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) reacts against the Phoenix Suns during the second half in game two of the first round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Phoenix Suns Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

The 2 role players that can save the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 5

Jason Reed

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Jun 1, 2021

Kyle Kuzma’s slump is hurting the Los Angeles Lakers

Davide Tovani

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Jun 1, 2021

Los Angeles Lakers: 4 Lessons on how the Lakers can survive Phoenix

Ronald Agers

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Jun 1, 2021

Los Angeles Lakers lose home-court advantage in loss to Phoenix Suns

Ronald Agers

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May 30, 2021

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - MAY 25: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers during the second half of Game Two of the Western Conference first-round playoff series at Phoenix Suns Arena on May 25, 2021 in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Stephen A. Smith writes off the Los Angeles Lakers’ playoff victories

Aikansh Chaudhary

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May 30, 2021

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - MAY 25: Chris Paul #3 of the Phoenix Suns handles the ball against Dennis Schroder #17 of the Los Angeles Lakers during the second half of Game Two of the Western Conference first-round playoff series at Phoenix Suns Arena on May 25, 2021 in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: Dennis Schroder is the big key to victory in Game 4

Kevin Germany

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May 30, 2021

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - MAY 25: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers during the second half of Game Two of the Western Conference first-round playoff series at Phoenix Suns Arena on May 25, 2021 in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Why it is critical for the Los Angeles Lakers to end this series in five games

Jason Reed

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May 29, 2021

May 27, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) is all smiles after scoring a fourth quarter basket against the Phoenix Suns in game three in the first round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: Why the series vs. Phoenix is already a wrap

Jason Reed

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May 28, 2021

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - MAY 25: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers watches from the bench during the second half of Game Two of the Western Conference first-round playoff series at Phoenix Suns Arena on May 25, 2021 in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

A decade between Los Angeles Lakers home playoff wins: By the numbers

Jason Reed

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May 28, 2021

May 27, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) scores over Phoenix Suns forward Mikal Bridges (25) during the third quarter of game three in the first round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: 4 Lessons on a series takeover in Game 3 over Suns

Ronald Agers

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May 28, 2021

May 25, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (left) celebrates with LeBron James against the Phoenix Suns during the second half in game two of the first round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Phoenix Suns Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: Anthony Davis shines despite scary landing on chase-down block

Jared Hopkins

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May 28, 2021

May 27, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Torrey Craig (12) and forward Frank Kaminsky (8)jockey for rebounding position with Los Angeles Lakers center Andre Drummond (2) in the section quarter of game three in the first round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers take control of series beating Phoenix in Game 3

Ronald Agers

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May 27, 2021

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - MAY 15: Kentavious Caldwell-Pope #1 of the Los Angeles Lakers takes a shot in the game against the Indiana Pacers at Bankers Life Fieldhouse on May 15, 2021 in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: Prop bets to target in Game 3 vs. Suns

Zayd Hussein

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May 27, 2021

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - MAY 25: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers attempts a three-point shot over Cameron Johnson #23 of the Phoenix Suns during the second half of Game Two of the Western Conference first-round playoff series at Phoenix Suns Arena on May 25, 2021 in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

How the Los Angeles Lakers can counter the Suns’ potential adjustments

Kevin Germany

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May 27, 2021

May 25, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (left) celebrates with LeBron James against the Phoenix Suns during the second half in game two of the first round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Phoenix Suns Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers vs Phoenix Suns: Game 3 Preview

Casey Ahmed

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May 27, 2021

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - MAY 25: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts to a three-point shot against the Phoenix Suns during the second half of Game Two of the Western Conference first-round playoff series at Phoenix Suns Arena on May 25, 2021 in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers heavily favored to win Suns series after Game 2 win

Jason Reed

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May 26, 2021

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - APRIL 13: Alex Caruso #4 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts after making a 3 point shot late in the 4th quarter against the Charlotte Hornets during their game at Spectrum Center on April 13, 2021 in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jacob Kupferman/Getty Images)

Alex Caruso: The ultimate X-factor against the Suns and in the playoffs

ANTHONY BISCIELLO

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May 26, 2021

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - MAY 25: Anthony Davis #3 of the Los Angeles Lakers high fives Andre Drummond #2 after scoring against the Phoenix Suns during the first half of Game Two of the Western Conference first-round playoff series at Phoenix Suns Arena on May 25, 2021 in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: 4 Lessons in series tying win over the Phoenix Suns

Ronald Agers

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May 26, 2021

May 25, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) celebrates with teammates against the Phoenix Suns during the first half in game two of the first round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Phoenix Suns Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers survive Game 2 to even the series with Phoenix Suns

Ronald Agers

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May 25, 2021

March 3, 2021; Sacramento, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Kyle Kuzma (0) during the fourth quarter against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: Prop bets to target in Game 2 vs. Suns

Zayd Hussein

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May 25, 2021

May 23, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Dennis Schroder (17) flies out of bounds as he goes for a loose ball against the Phoenix Suns in the second half during game one in the first round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Phoenix Suns Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

The Los Angeles Lakers need less Dennis Schroder

Jason Reed

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May 25, 2021

TUCSON, ARIZONA - NOVEMBER 27: Charles Barkley looks on from the first tee during Capital One's The Match: Champions For Change at Stone Canyon Golf Club on November 27, 2020 in Oro Valley, Arizona. (Photo by Cliff Hawkins/Getty Images for The Match)

Charles Barkley Berates the Los Angeles Lakers on ‘Inside the NBA’

Aikansh Chaudhary

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May 25, 2021

LOS ANGELES, CA - MAY 09: Mikal Bridges #25 of the Phoenix Suns shoots againsst Kentavious Caldwell-Pope #1 and Talen Horton-Tucker #5 of the Los Angeles Lakers during the first half at Staples Center on May 9, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: Adjustments that need to be made to beat Suns

Casey Ahmed

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May 25, 2021

May 23, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) falls over Phoenix Suns guard Chris Paul (3) in the second half during game one in the first round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Phoenix Suns Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: 3 keys to evening up the series vs. Phoenix Suns

Kevin Germany

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May 25, 2021

ORLANDO, FL - APRIL 26: Los Angeles Lakers head coach Frank Vogel is seen on the sideline during a game against the Orlando Magic at Amway Center on April 26, 2021 in Orlando, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Alex Menendez/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: 2 players that need to get minutes in playoff rotation

Jason Reed

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May 24, 2021

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - MAY 23: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers during the second half of Game One of the Western Conference first-round playoff series against the Phoenix Suns at Phoenix Suns Arena on May 23, 2021 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the Lakers 99-90. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: 2 reasons not to worry whatsoever about Game 1 loss

Jason Reed

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May 24, 2021

May 23, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (center) battles for a loose ball against the Phoenix Suns in the second half during game one in the first round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Phoenix Suns Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: 4 Lessons in a playoff opening beating by the Suns

Ronald Agers

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May 24, 2021

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - MAY 23: Deandre Ayton #22 of the Phoenix Suns and Andre Drummond #2 of the Los Angeles Lakers jump for the opening tip-off during Game One of the Western Conference first-round playoff series at Phoenix Suns Arena on May 23, 2021 in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers start title defense with a loss to the Phoenix Suns

Ronald Agers

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May 23, 2021

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