Heated Exchange Between LeBron James and Rockets Coach Ime Udoka Results in Technical Fouls and Udoka's Ejection

The Lakers triumphed over the Rockets 107-97, amidst a controversial on-court incident.

During the Lakers-Rockets game, LeBron James and Rockets head coach Ime Udoka got into a heated exchange that resulted in technical fouls for both and Udoka's ejection from the game.
The incident occurred in the fourth quarter with the Lakers leading 93-77 and about 8:35 remaining in the game.
Post-game, James jokingly said that he and Udoka were discussing 'how much we enjoyed Thanksgiving.'
Udoka criticized the Rockets' performance, stating, 'To kind of get punked by a team that's not known for physicality or punking people is not a good sign.'
The Lakers won the game 107-97, improving their season record to 12-9, while the Rockets fell to 8-9.