It was a physical game this Sunday in Houston. After an ejection from each team and approximately 43 minutes of dominance from the Lake Show, your Lakers secured the win, 120-102.
The Lakers’ performance tonight was that of reigning champions. Offensively the team has been strong since the start of the season, but tonight they locked in on D. From the score gap to Houston’s lack of success beyond the arc, the Lakers’ defense did not go unnoticed.
Specifically, regarding James Harden (20 pts, 9 ast, 6 reb) who shoots 36% from three for his career, was held to 2-for-8 from three this evening.