nba Game Recap
Houston Rockets vs Los Angeles Lakers Recap - Lakers Win 124-122
Houston was victimized for 23 points and 10 assists by Talen Horton-Tucker as the Lakers defeated the Rockets 124-122 in NBA action on Wednesday.
The Lakers earned a straight-up victory but suffered an ATS defeat in failing to cover the -8.5-point spread. Over-Under bettors who played OVER the total of 220.0 were rewarded with a winning wager.
Los Angeles got 20 points from Andre Drummond and another 19 points from Kyle Kuzma. Talen Horton-Tucker contributed 10 assists, while Kyle Kuzma cleaned the glass with 10 rebounds.
The Rockets got a 24-point performance from Armoni Brooks, who was supported by 24 points from Kelly Olynyk. Khyri Thomas had 11 assists in a losing cause for Houston, while KJ Martin Jr. grabbed 10 rebounds.
The Lakers hit the break winning 59-53 before taking care of business in the second half.
Next game, Los Angeles takes its act on the road to face Indiana looking for another win. For Houston, they head home to face Los Angeles.