Houston Rockets at Los Angeles Lakers

Lakers' Three-Point Barrage, Late Push Hold Off Rockets

LA beat Houston 101-94, shooting 46% from three compared to Houston's 24%. LeBron James led the way with 28 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists, while Marcus Smart added 25 points on 5-of-7 shooting from deep. Trailing 84-89 with 4:37 left, the Lakers closed the game on a 12-10 run. Kevin Durant scored 23 points and Alperen Sengun added 20 points and 11 rebounds for Houston, but it wasn't enough.

Final score: Houston Rockets 94, Los Angeles Lakers 101. Primary win factor: 3PT Shooting.