The Houston Rockets defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 99-93 at Crypto.com Arena on April 29, 2026. LeBron James and Alperen Sengun were key players in this NBA playoff matchup.
Key points
Rockets defeated Lakers 99-93
Game held at Crypto.com Arena
Date of the game: April 29, 2026
LeBron James played for the Lakers
Alperen Sengun played for the Rockets
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Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) and Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (28) attempt to secure the loose ball during an NBA playoffs game on April 29, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
LOS ANGELES – The Houston Rockets defeated the Los Angeles Lakers, 99-93, at Crypto.com Arena on April 29, 2026 and The Sporting Tribune’s Darwin Walker was there to capture the following TST Images.
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) shoots a hook shot during an NBA playoffs game against the Houston Rockets on April 29, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) shoots a hook shot during an NBA playoffs game against the Houston Rockets on April 29, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
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Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) shoots a hook shot during an NBA playoffs game against the Houston Rockets on April 29, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Q&A
What was the final score of the Rockets vs Lakers game on April 29, 2026?
The final score was Houston Rockets 99, Los Angeles Lakers 93.
Who were the standout players in the Rockets vs Lakers playoff game?
LeBron James from the Lakers and Alperen Sengun from the Rockets were standout players in the game.
Where was the Rockets vs Lakers playoff game held?
The game was held at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, CA.
What date did the Rockets defeat the Lakers in the NBA playoffs?
The Rockets defeated the Lakers on April 29, 2026.
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Los Angeles Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt (2) lays the ball in during an NBA playoffs game against the Houston Rockets on April 29, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt (2) lays the ball in during an NBA playoffs game against the Houston Rockets on April 29, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
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Los Angeles Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt (2) lays the ball in during an NBA playoffs game against the Houston Rockets on April 29, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles Lakers center Jaxson Hayes (11) defends against during an NBA playoffs game against the Houston Rockets on April 29, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles Lakers center Jaxson Hayes (11) defends against during an NBA playoffs game against the Houston Rockets on April 29, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
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Los Angeles Lakers center Jaxson Hayes (11) defends against Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason (17) during an NBA playoffs game on April 29, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) lays the ball in during an NBA playoffs game against the Houston Rockets on April 29, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) lays the ball in during an NBA playoffs game against the Houston Rockets on April 29, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
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Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) lays the ball in during an NBA playoffs game against the Houston Rockets on April 29, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) goes for the rebound during an NBA playoffs game against the Houston Rockets on April 29, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) goes for the rebound during an NBA playoffs game against the Houston Rockets on April 29, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
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Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) goes for the rebound during an NBA playoffs game against the Houston Rockets on April 29, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles Lakers guard Marcus Smart (36) attempts a lay up during an NBA playoffs game against the Houston Rockets on April 29, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles Lakers guard Marcus Smart (36) attempts a lay up during an NBA playoffs game against the Houston Rockets on April 29, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
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Los Angeles Lakers guard Marcus Smart (36) attempts a lay up during an NBA playoffs game against the Houston Rockets on April 29, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) drives in for a lay up during an NBA playoffs game against the Houston Rockets on April 29, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) drives in for a lay up during an NBA playoffs game against the Houston Rockets on April 29, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
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Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) drives in for a lay up during an NBA playoffs game against the Houston Rockets on April 29, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) passes the basketball during an NBA playoffs game against the Houston Rockets on April 29, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) passes the basketball during an NBA playoffs game against the Houston Rockets on April 29, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
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Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) passes the basketball during an NBA playoffs game against the Houston Rockets on April 29, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles Lakers guard Luke Kennard (10) shoots the basketball during an NBA playoffs game against the Houston Rockets on April 29, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles Lakers guard Luke Kennard (10) shoots the basketball during an NBA playoffs game against the Houston Rockets on April 29, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
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Los Angeles Lakers guard Luke Kennard (10) shoots the basketball during an NBA playoffs game against the Houston Rockets on April 29, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) and Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (28) attempt to secure the loose ball during an NBA playoffs game on April 29, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) and Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (28) attempt to secure the loose ball during an NBA playoffs game on April 29, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Darwin Walker - The Sporting Tribune
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) and Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (28) attempt to secure the loose ball during an NBA playoffs game on April 29, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) shoots the basketball during an NBA playoffs game against the Houston Rockets on April 29, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) shoots the basketball during an NBA playoffs game against the Houston Rockets on April 29, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
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Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) shoots the basketball during an NBA playoffs game against the Houston Rockets on April 29, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) dribbles the basketball during an NBA playoffs game against the Houston Rockets on April 29, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) dribbles the basketball during an NBA playoffs game against the Houston Rockets on April 29, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
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Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) dribbles the basketball during an NBA playoffs game against the Houston Rockets on April 29, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
