What channel is Rockets vs. Lakers on today? Time, TV schedule, live stream to watch Game 3 of NBA Playoffs series

TL;DR

The Rockets face the Lakers in Game 3 of the NBA Playoffs today. The Lakers lead the series 2-0 and aim to maintain their defensive strategy against the Rockets.

Key points

Rockets aim to increase scoring output in Game 3
Lakers lead series 2-0
Lakers' defense has limited Rockets' scoring
Game 3 is crucial for Rockets to avoid going down 3-0

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Even with Kevin Durant back in the Game 2 lineup, the Rockets still failed to clear 100 points, giving the Lakers a 2-0 series lead.

The injury-riddled Lakers were still down both Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, but the reserves came up huge in this case. Luke Kennard and Marcus Smart combined for 48 points, 9 assists and 8 steals.

Looking ahead to Game 3, the Lakers seek to apply that same defense and keep scoring low. The Rockets allowed 15 turnovers in Game 2, a key factor in the Lakers' victory. Should the Lakers keep the Rockets under the 100-point threshold again, they are the favorite to move to 3-0 in the series.

For the Rockets, the goal is to increase scoring output. The Lakers' defense has had the Rockets' number this season, but the Rockets have scored 100 points against every opponent except the Lakers since March 13. The higher the score, the better for the Rockets in Game 3.

Here's what you need to know about Friday's matchup between Rockets and Lakers, including broadcast information and start time.