nba Game Recap
Houston Rockets vs Los Angeles Lakers Wrap - Los Angeles Wins 140-109
Los Angeles cruised to victory on Friday, running Houston out of the gym and running up a 140-109 score at Crypto.com Arena.
Bettors who backed the Lakers were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -14.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 228.0.
Los Angeles got 39 points from Luka Doncic and another 23 points from Austin Reaves. LeBron James contributed 8 assists, while Luka Doncic cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
Houston got 34 points from Cam Whitmore in a losing cause and another 14 points from Reed Sheppard. Jeff Green contributed 5 assists for the Rockets, while Cam Whitmore had 8 rebounds.
The Lakers hit the break winning 78-56 before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Los Angeles as they grabbed 42 boards, while Houston only had 37
Los Angeles looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Trail Blazers. The Rockets will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Denver.