Rockets vs. Lakers: Preview and Injury Updates for Game 2 (Apr 21)

JJ Redick and his team looked in a lot of trouble going into the postseason. After all, when names like Austin Reaves and Luka Doncic are unavailable, there’s very little one can do. This prompted Kendrick Perkins to label the purple and gold team a ‘dead bird.’ However, things often turn out quite contrary to expectations. In Game 1, the Lakers defied the odds to win 107-98. 

While the onus was on LeBron James, it was an overall team effort that won them the game. Luke Kennard chipped in with 27 points as James, Marcus Smart, and Deandre Ayton dropped 19, 15, and 19 points, respectively. Following the game, Kevin Durant had a heated altercation with a fan. While he was unable to suit up for the game, there were some positives that the Rockets could take away.

For example, Jabari Smith Jr. dropped 16 points while the young Alperen Sengun accounted for 19 points. Surely, Houston will have to improve further if they want to draw level. But for the Lakers, they need to keep it simple and keep up with the good work. 

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