The LA Lakers overcame injury concerns to secure a 107-98 victory over the Houston Rockets in the NBA playoffs, with LeBron James contributing 19 points, 13 assists, and 8 rebounds. Coach JJ Redick emphasized the team’s playoff mentality, highlighting their ability to meet the moment despite missing key players. Other winners included the Cleveland Cavaliers, Denver Nuggets, and New York Knicks, while the Phoenix Suns and Orlando Magic advanced through the play-in tournament. Kevin Durant’s injury prior to the game could see him return for the next matchup on Tuesday.
