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 to win their first playoff series in three years. Despite missing key players like Luka Dončić, the Lakers advanced by relying on strong performances from LeBron James and others. They now face the top-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder in the Western Conference semifinals.
- ▪The Lakers defeated the Rockets 98-78 in Game 6 to win the series.
- ▪LeBron James scored 28 points, with 8 assists and 7 rebounds in the victory.
- ▪Rui Hachimura added 21 points, while Austin Reaves scored 15.
- ▪Deandre Ayton recorded 7 points and 16 rebounds off the bench.
- ▪The Rockets struggled offensively, shooting just 31.5% as a team.
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