Lakers snap five game losing streak with win over Rockets thanks to triple-doubles from LeBron James, Russell Westbrook
HOUSTON, TEXAS – DECEMBER 28: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers drives to the basket during the second half against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center on December 28, 2021 in Houston, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.
“For us to battle through this together and to finish the way we did with LeBron and Russ doing it together, bringing it home, I think that’s a big step forward in this,” said assistant coach David Fizdale, who was filling in for a fifth straight game for coach Frank Vogel because of COVID-19 protocols.
Kevin Porter Jr.’s 3-pointer got Houston within five before James struck again, making a layup to extend the lead to 126-119 with less than a minute remaining. James made four free throws after that to secure the victory.Green, the second overall pick in this year’s draft, led the Rockets with 24 points after missing 15 of the last 16 games with a strained left hamstring.
“This guy is unbelievable,” he said. “We’re all very lucky as basketball people to get to watch what we’re watching with this man.”
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