Lakers could face Denver, Minnesota or Houston in NBA playoffs
By Michael Duarte••New York Post
The surging Los Angeles Lakers are peaking at the perfect time—but playoff success will hinge on matchups. Here’s which first-round opponent gives LeBron James, Luka Doncic, and company the clearest path to an NBA Finals run.
The Lakers, a team that once drifted through winter like they were searching for themselves in the fog, have suddenly snapped into focus. Theyve won seven straight games heading into Thursday’s showd…