The Houston Rockets held off a furious comeback from the Los Angeles Lakers to secure a 119-115 victory, solidifying their position as the no. 2 team in the Western Conference with a 23-12 record.
Despite surrendering a 22-point lead, Houston delivered in the clutch to withstand the Lakers’ late surge.
Jalen Green led the way for the Rockets with a game-high 33 points, including five triples, while also contributing six rebounds and four assists.
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Amen Thompson added 23 points, punctuated by a pivotal put-back slam late in the fourth quarter that gave Houston a 110-106 edge and helped seal the win.
The Lakers, now 20-15, were powered by Anthony Davis, who tallied 30 points, 13 rebounds, and five blocks.
LeBron James added 21 points, 13 rebounds, and nine assists, nearly posting another triple-double for Los Angeles.
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