Lakers finish off Rockets in one-sided Game 6, setting up clash with Thunder
The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Houston Rockets 98-78 in Game 6, advancing to the Western Conference semifinals where they will face the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Lakers were led by LeBron James with 28 points, 8 assists, and 7 rebounds.
The Los Angeles Lakers finished off the Houston Rockets with a 98-78 victory in Game 6, securing their first playoff series win in three years. They will face the top-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder in the Western Conference semifinals starting Tuesday. The Lakers were led by LeBron James, who finished with 28 points on 10-of-25 shooting, 8 assists, 7 rebounds, and 3 turnovers. Rui Hachimura scored 21 points and Austin Reaves added 15 points, while Deandre Ayton had 7 points and 16 rebounds. The Lakers were short-handed throughout the series, missing Luka Dončić, but still managed to advance. The Thunder have been strong, losing only one game with their actual starters since March 1.
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