Playoff tracker: Lakers slide and Clippers risePlayoff tracker: Lakers slide and Clippers rise
With a blowout loss to their in-city rivals, the Lakers fell into a tie for 6th place in the West with Portland while the Clippers moved into No. 3.
Day: May 7, 2021
Lakers’ Davis (back) exits early in loss to ClippersLakers’ Davis (back) exits early in loss to Clippers
The Lakers’ Anthony Davis was ruled out of the second half in Thursday’s loss to the Clippers because of back spasms.
Luka: Have to stop ‘complaining way too much’Luka: Have to stop ‘complaining way too much’
Luka Doncic says he’s got to work on controlling his emotions as he looks to avoid a one-game suspension by being called for his 16th technical foul this season.
Nash: Nets’ slide a good playoff ‘dress rehearsal’Nash: Nets’ slide a good playoff ‘dress rehearsal’
Although the Brooklyn Nets dropped their fourth straight game Thursday, Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant were among those who discussed the importance of being tested now before the playoffs start.
Wesley Matthews with a 2-pointer vs the LA ClippersWesley Matthews with a 2-pointer vs the LA Clippers
Wesley Matthews (Los Angeles Lakers) with a 2-pointer vs the LA Clippers, 05/06/2021
Kyle Kuzma with a 2-pointer vs the LA ClippersKyle Kuzma with a 2-pointer vs the LA Clippers
Kyle Kuzma (Los Angeles Lakers) with a 2-pointer vs the LA Clippers, 05/06/2021
Alex Caruso with an and one vs the LA ClippersAlex Caruso with an and one vs the LA Clippers
Alex Caruso (Los Angeles Lakers) with an and one vs the LA Clippers, 05/06/2021
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope with a dunk vs the LA ClippersKentavious Caldwell-Pope with a dunk vs the LA Clippers
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (Los Angeles Lakers) with a dunk vs the LA Clippers, 05/06/2021
2021 Dynasty Rookie Rankings2021 Dynasty Rookie Rankings
Patrick Daugherty ranks and evaluates this year’s rookie class from a dynasty perspective, including position by position and top 50 overall. (© Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports)
One factor that could resolve the Rodgers messOne factor that could resolve the Rodgers mess
If Aaron Rodgers really wants out of Green Bay, a strong showing from the Packers’ current backup this offseason could help expedite the process.