The Los Angeles Lakers secured a 124-112 victory over the Houston Rockets on March 18, 2026, at the Crypto.com Arena. The win was powered by a dominant performance from the Lakers' star duo.
Luka Dončić led all scorers with 38 points, adding 12 rebounds and 9 assists. LeBron James contributed 27 points, 8 assists, and 6 rebounds. Their combined 65-point effort proved too much for the Rockets to overcome.
For Houston, Jalen Green scored 28 points, while Alperen Şengün recorded a double-double with 22 points and 11 rebounds. The Rockets struggled defensively, unable to contain the Lakers' offensive execution in the second half.
The victory improves the Lakers' record as they continue their push for playoff positioning in the Western Conference. The Rockets, meanwhile, look to regroup after the road loss.
