LeBron James Leads Lakers to Massive Win vs. Rockets to Take a 2–0 Series Lead

4 months ago

LeBron James Leads Lakers to Massive Win vs. Rockets to Take a 2–0 Series Lead

LeBron dropped 28 points, 7 assists and 8 rebounds as the Lakers beat the Rockets 101-94. He led from the front, with Marcus Smart providing crucial scoring and secondary playmaking with 25 points and 7 assists. Luke Kennard also had 23 points. The Lakers did a great job containing the Rockets, double-teaming Kevin Durant, forcing him into a passive position.

By Pranay Mukherjee

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Why Caitlin Clark Wants More Off-Ball Reps This Season

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Nick Wright Compares 41-Year-Old LeBron to Prime Magic Johnson

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Victor Wembanyama's Concussion Could Keep Him Out Until Game 5

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Victor Wembanyama's Concussion Could Keep Him Out Until Game 5

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