Houston Rockets at Los Angeles Lakers

Jabari Smith Jr.'s 22 Points, Clutch Finish Lift Rockets Past Lakers

Houston beat LA 99-93 on the road, closing the game on an 11-10 run after leading 88-83 with 3:30 left. Jabari Smith Jr. led the Rockets with 22 points on 6-of-13 shooting, including 4 three-pointers. Houston shot 35% from three compared to LA's 26% and forced more turnovers than it committed. LeBron James scored 25 points and Austin Reaves added 22 for the Lakers, but it wasn't enough.

Final score: Houston Rockets 99, Los Angeles Lakers 93. Primary win factor: Clutch Execution.