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Rockets vs. Lakers Game 5 live score, updates, highlights from 2026 NBA playoffs first-round series
TL;DR
The Lakers aim to close out their series against the Rockets in Game 5 of the 2026 NBA Playoffs. After a loss in Game 4, the Rockets look to extend the series.
Key points
- Lakers can advance to the next round with a Game 5 win
- Rockets won Game 4 to shift series momentum
- Amen Thompson scored 23 points for the Rockets in Game 4
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As LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers move closer to advancing to the next round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs, there's still the goal of one game at a time. The NBA great knows nothing is guaranteed in his 23rd season, but this time around it seems different.
Los Angeles can take the series in five on Wednesday. The Rockets defeated the Lakers 115-96 on Monday night. Amen Thompson led Houston with 23 points to shift the series back to the City of Angels.
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Q&A
What was the score of Game 4 between the Rockets and Lakers?
The Rockets defeated the Lakers 115-96 in Game 4.
Who led the Rockets in scoring during Game 4 against the Lakers?
Amen Thompson led the Rockets with 23 points in Game 4.
When is Game 5 of the Rockets vs. Lakers playoff series scheduled?
Game 5 is scheduled for Wednesday, as the Lakers aim to win the series.