Can Lakers beat the Thunder? What we learned from series vs. Rockets
The Los Angeles Lakers beat the Houston Rockets 98-78 on Friday, May 1, with LeBron James scoring 28 points, eight assists, and seven rebounds. The Lakers will face the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second round, starting on Tuesday, May 5.
The Los Angeles Lakers avoided a Game 7 against the Houston Rockets by beating them 98-78 on Friday, May 1. LeBron James had 28 points, eight assists, and seven rebounds, his 157th playoff game with at least 25 points, five rebounds, and five assists. Rui Hachimura contributed 21 points and six rebounds, helping neutralize the Rockets. The Lakers will face the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second round, starting on Tuesday, May 5. Luka Doncic is out due to a hamstring injury, and Austin Reaves will need to increase his 3-point shooting to help the Lakers. The Thunder, who swept the Phoenix Suns, will be well-rested and may see the return of Jalen Williams from a hamstring strain.
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