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ClutchFans Game Thread: Rockets @ Lakers 4/21/2026 (Playoffs Round 1, Game 2)

Discussion in 'Houston Rockets: Game Action & Roster Moves' started by Clutch, Apr 20, 2026.

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  1. Codman

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    I've got Jabari and Alpi playing well tonight .

    As long as Bari attacks and shoots those dart-aimed 4-6 footers.

    The XFactor could be A.Holiday. we need a couple of 3s and some basic lane penetration . He will be a major boost because game 1 was out of character.

    As for Tari, when I bet, he either wins my parlay or is the reason I lose 2k . Ugh.

    We've got this
     
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    No they shouldn’t have and if no KD the Lakers are a much better team. We’ve got one star and that’s Amen and they pack the lane and now we rely on a bunch of cruddy players to make outside shots. No KD and it’s a sweep.
     
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    I am kind of hoping the Rockets play and win without KD. We need to build up the confidence and efficacy of the young players and give Durant more time to heal.
     
    #163 BMoney, Apr 21, 2026
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    Durant healing is really what needs to happen but I see him pushing it. I personally don't trust our young core at all. A lot of that has to do with our lack of offensive creativity and identity. We will see what's up though.
     
    #164 Cstyle42, Apr 21, 2026
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    Still forever b4 the tip.

    WHAT


    THE



    FRUK
     
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    No mention of Reed.
     
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  7. BMoney

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    I don't trust them either, but if the youngsters don't develop, then the rebuild is a waste of time. The playoffs are the highest stakes and we can better see what kind of peple they are. Pressure can be crushing, but it can also make diamonds, right?
     
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    Ime Udoka says if KD plays the starting lineup will be:

    Amen Thompson
    Josh Okogie
    Kevin Durant
    Jabari Smith Jr
    Alperen Şengün
     
    #168 9baller, Apr 21, 2026
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    Kevin Durant cleared to play tonight per Shams!
     
    #169 Rockets007, Apr 21, 2026
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    Kd confirmed back
     
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    Let's get this dub boys
     
    #171 astros123, Apr 21, 2026
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    Game 2 pregame...
     
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    Game on.
     
    #174 KingCheetah, Apr 21, 2026
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    God help us if the Rockets lose this game despite KD playing.
     
    #175 count_dough-ku, Apr 21, 2026
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    with KD back, the real playoffs start now
     
    #176 Reeko, Apr 21, 2026
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    GO ROCKETS!
     
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    Here we go!

    An almost must win for the Rockets. A win tonight and they will feel good going forward.

    If KD is 90%, Rockets should win this.

    Hoping Sheppard stretches the floor and Amen makes adjustments.
     
    #179 Nook, Apr 21, 2026
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    jrue holiday would've been like FVV for us
     
    #180 wlekfjv923n, Apr 21, 2026
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