Lakers Dominate Rockets 107-97, Showcasing Defensive Potential
With a near full roster, the Lakers outscored Houston in the paint and blocked seven shots, setting the stage for their upcoming quarterfinal matchup against the Suns.
- Anthony Davis scored 27 points, grabbed 14 rebounds and blocked five shots in one of his most dominant performances of the season.
- Austin Reaves had 18 points off the bench, including a career-high 15 points for a quarter amid the Lakers’ big run.
- The Lakers had 13 of their 14 official roster players available for the first time this season, with only Gabe Vincent remaining out with a left knee effusion.
- The Lakers dominated the paint, outscoring Houston 54-34. They blocked seven shots and stole the ball 11 times.
- The Lakers will now prepare for their biggest test of the season on Tuesday against the Suns in the In-Season Tournament quarterfinal matchup.