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ClutchFans Game Thread: Rockets @ Lakers 4/18/2026 (Playoffs Round 1, Game 1)

Discussion in 'Houston Rockets: Game Action & Roster Moves' started by Clutch, Apr 14, 2026.

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  1. chinesetaco

    chinesetaco Member

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    Every year people put their hopes on this team and we get this trash. Time to follow the SPURS!
     
    #1741 chinesetaco, Apr 18, 2026
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  2. New Jack

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    Down 13. Don't see how they're even gonna score 13 points the rest of the game
     
    #1742 New Jack, Apr 18, 2026
  3. WestendMassive

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    We were mentally defeated before this game even tipped off. This team doesn't believe
     
    #1743 WestendMassive, Apr 18, 2026
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    Imes obsession with two non shooters is why we have a 20% 3 pt shooter taking threes.

    And why tf is okogie cutting to the lane there?
     
    #1744 xtruroyaltyx, Apr 18, 2026
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  5. Homey the Clown

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    Disgusting
     
    #1745 Homey the Clown, Apr 18, 2026
  6. JayGoogle

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    It feels like Tari Eason hasn't even played lol.
     
    #1746 JayGoogle, Apr 18, 2026
  7. napalm06

    napalm06 Huge Flopping Fan

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    I didnt think my loathing of Stone and Ime would increase today, but here we are.
     
    #1747 napalm06, Apr 18, 2026
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    I think the braindead fans are those claiming that this would be a sweep on the Lakers
     
    #1748 prodigy08, Apr 18, 2026
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    Reed ****ing sucks. Alpi ****ing sucks too.

    Reed looks like the best player at the local YMCA.

    Stone and Ime both need to go.
     
    #1749 Astros713, Apr 18, 2026
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    I’m honestly thinking about turning this off to go watch Expedition Unknown Files… like not even the main show… the show where he covers earths mysteries that aren’t worth him traveling to go investigate.
     
    #1750 dobro1229, Apr 18, 2026
  11. Le$$

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    why we need shooting? ime says
     
    #1751 Le$$, Apr 18, 2026
  12. sirjesse

    sirjesse The Udoker has spoken!
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    Come on let’s go
     
    #1752 sirjesse, Apr 18, 2026
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    He would since he is an automatic 26 on near 50/40/90. His gravity and iso percentage means he generated the offense even if the coach had no clue what he is doing.
     
    #1753 roslolian, Apr 18, 2026
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    Down 16. Time to turn this off
     
    #1754 zeeshan2, Apr 18, 2026
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    It’s probably over even without them rejoining the Lakers. Rockets need a complete overhaul. Management, coaches, and players.
     
    #1755 rockets94-95, Apr 18, 2026
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    Ime playing 3-dimensional chess with that 5-out offense.
     
    #1756 OpportunityCost, Apr 18, 2026
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    I’m anti KD because it artificially moves up the timeline. The midrange is a part of the game.

    When did I make excuses for Udoka. I’m blaming him AND Stone.

    Why are you giving Stone a pass for this poor roster construction/management?
     
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    our only hope is winning the home games
     
    #1758 kingkingston, Apr 18, 2026
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    Comprehension isn't your strong suit I guess.

    When did I ever say Sengun can't be criticsed?

    What I consistently do, is comment on idiotic comments which go at him with zero substance. There's plenty of negative comments on Sengun which I don't touch because they're warranted.

    If you're so stupid to think all the blame is on Sengun shooting 3-13 - when WAIT FOR IT - HE'S YOUR STARTING CENTRE - THOSE ARE YOUR WORDS.

    Why the f*ck is he CONSTANTLY forced to make a move from behind the line?

    Now critical thinking would lead you to think - oh he had two plays down low and scored easily from them. Maybe. Just maybe. He shouldn't be forced to make a move from behind the line every other time.

    Sorry, it's not a jackass calling you out on your low basketball IQ.
     
    #1759 Downtown Sniper, Apr 18, 2026
  20. Le$$

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    this is embarrassing.
     
    #1760 Le$$, Apr 18, 2026
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