nba Game Recap
Houston Rockets vs Los Angeles Lakers Wrap - Los Angeles Wins 119-117
Los Angeles got 30 points and 10 assists from LeBron James en route to a 119-117 victory over Houston on Tuesday at Staples Center.
Bettors who backed the Lakers were disappointed, as they failed to cover the closing number of -10.5. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 219.5.
Anthony Davis had 27 points for Los Angeles and Russell Westbrook chipped in with 27 points. LeBron James had 10 assists for the Lakers, while DeAndre Jordan was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 9 boards.
Houston got 26 points from Christian Wood in a losing cause and another 24 points from Jalen Green. Kevin Porter Jr. contributed 8 assists for the Rockets, while Christian Wood had 16 rebounds.
Los Angeles trailed at halftime, 70-64.
The rebound battle favored Los Angeles as they grabbed 43 boards, while Houston only had 38
Los Angeles looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Thunder. The Rockets will aim to get back on the winning track at Phoenix.