Lakers clinch playoff spot with win over Mavericks despite home struggles
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The Los Angeles Lakers secured their place in the playoffs' opening round after a 112-97 victory against the Dallas Mavericks, marked by strong defensive play including 14 steals.
Despite successes, the Lakers have recently struggled at home, losing three of their last five games at Arena and stand a game above the Denver Nuggets and Los Angeles Clippers for the <#3> seed.
With two regular-season games left, they aim to maintain their position as they face the Houston Rockets, against whom they've enjoyed a seven-game winning streak at home.
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Lakers clinch playoff spot with win over Mavericks despite home struggles
Can’t wait for this to happen again but in purple and gold 💜💛
Name one team that can stop this duo. I'll wait 👑🪄
Jarred Vanderbilt on guarding Anthony Edwards, per https://t.co/h1FdMtTLQu.
“He’s super physical... So just continue to just make it tough for him. He can get going quick, so just not to get anything easy for him.”
Last year, Luka wore a headband against the Atlanta Hawks and dropped 73.
This morning, he comes to practice with a headband on 👀
Reaves (ankle) is expected to be available for the postseason.
Austin Reaves - Expected to play in Game 1
Lakers retain Jordan Goodwin, keep Alex Len, do not convert Trey Jemison III and Christian Koloko to standard contracts
Kleber (foot) participated in Tuesday's practice, though there's still no clear timetable for his return to game action, Daniel Starkand of reports.
