On Tuesday night, the Los Angeles Lakers will play Game 2 of their first-round playoff series with the Houston Rockets (at home).
The Lakers are coming off a 107-98 win (in Game 1) on Saturday.
Luke Kennard went off for 27 points while shooting 5/5 from three-point range.
Lakers Legend Magic Johnson Makes Bold Statement
GettyEarvin “Magic” Johnson discusses the upcoming Los Angeles Lakers’ season at UCLA Health Training Center on September 20, 2018 in El Segundo, California.
Before Game 2, Basketball Hall of Famer (and Lakers legend) Magic Johnson sent out a post (via X).
Johnson wrote: “Tonight’s Lakers’ game against the Rockets is a must-win before they head to Houston for the next set of games!”
NBA Fans React To Johnson’s Post
Here’s what people were saying in response to Johnson:
@Gr8tBigChunky23: “I Do Agree, Lakers Cannot Extend Series Past 6 If They Expect To Win”
@ygmjayse: “probably the most important game in the series”
@LondonSoho3: “You right.”
GettyLos Angeles Lakers president of basketball operations Earvin “Magic” Johnson watches the Lakers take on the Boston Celtics during the 2017 Summer League at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 8, 2017 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Boston won 86-81.
@koredeJr7: “Yes, it is a must win, they must take care of business today and try to steal one in Houston.”
@TheGrizManFan: “That’s actually not true magic”
@AKABWALK: “Game 1 was a must win they said. Game 2 a must win too now huh?😂😂 playoffs every year u hear must win every other game fr”
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