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Rockets Dealt Tough Blow Before Game 6 vs Lakers

Rockets Dealt Tough Blow Before Game 6 vs Lakers

Summary

The Houston Rockets won 99-93 against the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 5 of their NBA playoff series. The Rockets played without Kevin Durant, who is injured and expected to miss more games.

Key Facts

  • The Rockets beat the Lakers 99-93 in Game 5.
  • The Lakers led the series 3-0 before the Rockets won two games in a row.
  • Kevin Durant missed his third straight game due to a bone bruise in his left ankle.
  • Durant was injured near the end of Game 2 after playing despite a knee injury in Game 1.
  • Durant’s injury usually needs at least two weeks to heal.
  • Durant is a 16-time All-Star and averaged 26 points per game this season.
  • Game 6 is scheduled to start at 9:30 p.m. ET on May 1.
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