Three key takeaway from the Rockets 134-95 win against the Lakers on Thursday.
1. The Rockets did not find much resistance from the Lakers defense. The Lakers generally do not interfere on that end, ranking 28th in defense, with only three teams allowing more points per game and no team giving up a better shooting percentage. But the Rockets also ran their offense precisely as it is designed and as they increasingly seem to operate. The Rockets had 51 field goals; all but two were 3-pointers or in the lane. They remain on pace to set NBA records for 3s made and taken.