Los Angeles Lakers coach, JJ Redick, stated that he believes that everyone in the NBA playoffs are eager to play his team due to injuries to Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves. Don't't necessarily worry about the potential second-round matchups due to these injuries, Redick stated. The Lakers are currently scheduled to play the Houston Rockets in the first round, which will determine who will have first-round home court advantage. The injuries have left the Lakers relying on LeBron James for crucial ball-handling duties.