LeBron James rescues Lakers in overtime thriller and pushes Rockets to brink
Summary
LeBron James scored 29 points and helped the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Houston Rockets 112-108 in overtime. The Lakers now lead their playoff series 3-0 and can finish it in the next game.Key Facts
- LeBron James played over 45 minutes and scored 29 points, including a game-tying three-pointer with 13 seconds left in regular time.
- Marcus Smart scored 21 points, including key free throws and a three-pointer in overtime.
- The Lakers overcame a six-point deficit in the last 30 seconds of the game.
- The Houston Rockets were missing Kevin Durant due to a sprained ankle.
- Rockets’ coach Ime Udoka said the team struggles to finish games in the fourth quarter.
- Alperen Sengun led the Rockets with 33 points and 16 rebounds.
- The Lakers now have a 3-0 lead in their Western Conference first-round playoff series.
- The next game will be played in Houston, where the Lakers can complete a series sweep.
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