Houston Rockets @ Los Angeles Lakers
33-18, 15-11 Away
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33-18, 15-11 Away
38-12, 17-7 Home
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38-12, 17-7 Home
Matchups
Game Information
Los Angeles, CA
Referee:Brian Forte
Referee:Scott Foster
Referee:Scott Twardoski
2025-26 Standings
Western Conference
| Southwest | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio | 36 | 16 | .692 | - | W4 |
| Houston | 32 | 19 | .627 | 3.5 | W1 |
| Memphis | 20 | 32 | .385 | 16 | L3 |
| Dallas | 19 | 33 | .365 | 17 | L7 |
| New Orleans | 15 | 40 | .273 | 22.5 | W2 |
| Pacific | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LA Lakers | 32 | 20 | .615 | - | L1 |
| Phoenix | 31 | 22 | .585 | 1.5 | L2 |
| Golden State | 29 | 25 | .537 | 4 | W1 |
| LA Clippers | 25 | 27 | .481 | 7 | W2 |
| Sacramento | 12 | 43 | .218 | 21.5 | L13 |
NBA News
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