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Lakers Down Houston 104-98 - Match Report

Los Angeles got 20 points from Dorian Finney-Smith en route to a 104-98 victory over Houston on Monday at Crypto.com Arena.

Los Angeles was a favorite by -4.0 points and came through with an ATS victory for bettors. The game went UNDER the consensus closing total of 226.5.

Los Angeles got 20 points from Luka Doncic and another 20 points from Gabe Vincent. Luka Doncic contributed 9 assists, while LeBron James cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.

The Rockets got a 20-point performance from Amen Thompson, who was supported by 16 points from Dillon Brooks. Fred VanVleet had 9 assists in a losing cause for Houston, while Jabari Smith Jr. grabbed 11 rebounds.

The rebound battle favored Houston as they grabbed 51 boards, while Los Angeles only had 45

Los Angeles heads into a battle against the Warriors. Houston, meanwhile, will have their next action against Utah.