NBA Basketball 3h Briefing
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Last updated: April 22, 2026, 5:30 AM ET
NBA Playoff Update
The Lakers secured a commanding 2-0 series lead Tuesday night after defeating the Rockets 101-94 in Game 2 of their first-round matchup. This decisive victory was largely attributed to Marcus Smart's stifling defense applied directly against Kevin Durant, who returned for the contest but struggled to find rhythm against the veteran guard's pressure.