ITL looks ahead to a huge first-round matchup between the Houston Rockets and Los Angeles Lakers, asking the biggest question that will define the series—what has to be answered for Houston to win? The guys break down matchups, adjustments, and what could swing things either way. Then with six days until the draft, ITL shifts to the Houston Texans and debates the biggest mistake they must avoid on draft night, from reaching on need to passing on elite talent. The hour wraps with today’s QOTD: What’s a stadium or ballpark experience you could do without?
Apr 17, 2026
