LeBron James delivered another late-game moment Friday night, scoring 29 points and hitting a tying 3-pointer with 13 seconds remaining in regulation to help the Los Angeles Lakers rally past the Houston Rockets, 112-108, in overtime.
The win gives the Lakers a 3-0 advantage in their first-round playoff series, putting them one victory away from advancing.
Late push, overtime finish
James’ three in the closing seconds sent the game to overtime, where the Lakers completed the comeback and secured the four-point victory.
Houston played without Kevin Durant, a notable absence as the Rockets tried to protect home court and climb back into the series. The Lakers took advantage of the shorthanded lineup and executed down the stretch to seize control of the matchup.
With the series now 3-0, Los Angeles has positioned itself firmly in command after three games, continuing its strong start to the postseason with another win built on late-game shot-making and composure.