NBAGame Result·April 19, 2026·30 sec
Playoff Surprises: LeBron Steps Up Without Stars, Murray Dominates Free Throws
LeBron James led the Lakers to upset the Rockets in Game 1 without two key players, while Jamal Murray made all 16 free throws to help the Nuggets beat the Timberwolves.
Words to know
Game 1The first game in a series of games between two teams; usually the winner needs to win 4 games first.
SidelinedWhen a player can't play because of injury or another reason.
Free throwAn unguarded shot from the free throw line (15 feet away) that a player gets after being fouled.
AssistsA pass that directly leads to a teammate scoring a basket.
Playoff seriesA best-of-seven matchup where the first team to win 4 games advances to the next round.
Bring it to lunch
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Did you see LeBron carry the Lakers without Doncic and Reaves? That's what superstar players do.
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Jamal Murray made all 16 free throws—have you ever shot 16 in a row at anything?
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Who do you think is more impressive: LeBron winning without his teammates, or Murray's perfect free throw shooting?