Media Kampung – 26 Maret 2026 | Lakers head into their next home game against the Orlando Magic after a five‑win stretch that boosted their playoff hopes.
The stretch included a 137‑130 victory over the Indiana Pacers, marking their fifth win in six road games.
LeBron James nearly posted a triple‑double, tallying 23 points, nine rebounds and nine assists in the Pacers win.
The game featured a rare father‑son dunk as LeBron and Bronny James shared the rim, igniting the crowd.
Bronny logged 13 minutes, his most since early February, contributing on both ends of the floor.
Coach JJ Redick highlighted Bronny’s growth, noting his defensive effort and readiness to fill gaps caused by injuries.
Center Deandre Ayton was ruled out with a back injury before the Pacers matchup, further thinning the lineup.
Ayton joins an injury list that includes Rui Hachimura (calf soreness) and Marcus Smart (ankle contusion and hip tightness), pressuring the team’s depth.
In Ayton’s absence, perimeter players Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves combined for 56 points against Detroit.
Ayton had posted a double‑double of 13 points and 10 rebounds versus the Pistons and averages 10.1 points and 7.9 rebounds since the All‑Star break.
The mounting injuries force the Lakers to tweak rotations as the regular season winds down.
Former Lakers great Magic Johnson is reportedly negotiating to purchase an ownership stake in the Las Vegas franchise, keeping his NBA ties active.
Johnson’s potential investment highlights the Lakers’ lasting influence across the league while the team fights for a top‑three Western seed.
Los Angeles currently sits two games ahead of the No. 3 seed, trailing only Denver and Minnesota, and aims to protect that position against Orlando.
The upcoming home series offers a chance to rest key players, evaluate injury impacts, and sustain momentum before the playoffs.
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