LeBron vs. KD: Lakers Set for Epic Series in First Round
James vs. Durant: Lakers Set Up Epic First Round Series
The end of the regular season has officially marked the beginning of an epic matchup between LeBron James and Kevin Durant in the 2026 NBA playoffs. The Lakers, ranked No. 4 in the Western Conference with a 53-29 record, are eager to face off against the Houston Rockets in the first round.
In their final four games without Donฤiฤ and Reaves, James averaged an impressive 25. 5 points, 11 assists, and 6. 8 rebounds while shooting 55.
7% from the field. Durant was also a force with 26 points, 5. 5 rebounds, and 4.
8 assists, posting a 41. 3% success rate from three-point range in 78 games. The two have faced off 15 times before, and Durant leads the series with a 9-5 record in the playoffs.