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Durant's Return Not Enough: LeBron James and Lakers Down Houston!

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers overcame the Houston Rockets, who saw Kevin Durant return to action, in a thrilling Game 2 finish to take a 2-0 lead in the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs.
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The Lakers have triumphed once again.

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Displaying remarkable resilience despite the indefinite absence of Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, the Lakers secured a hard-fought 101-94 victory in Game 2 against the Houston Rockets.

Even Kevin Durant's return to the Rockets' lineup couldn't deter the Lakers, who now hold a commanding 2-0 series lead as the action shifts to Houston.

LeBron James once again spearheaded the Los Angeles squad, finishing with 28 points, eight rebounds, and seven assists. Marcus Smart played a pivotal role on both ends of the court, contributing 25 points, five three-pointers, and five steals.

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Luke Kennard continued his excellent form after a stellar Game 1 performance, adding 23 points, including three shots from beyond the arc.

For the defeated Rockets, Durant tallied 23 points. He and his team now face a daunting challenge as the series moves to Texas, where they will battle to stay alive.

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