LeBron, Lakers Called Out by Fans as Rockets Avoid Elimination With Rout as Durant Sits With Injury
By Taylyn Hadley
Published on April 27, 2026.
The Los Angeles Lakers failed to secure a series sweep against the Houston Rockets, losing 115-96. The Houston Rockets remained without Kevin Durant due to a left ankle sprain. Deandre Ayton and Rui Hachimura both scored 19 points for the Lakers. Los Angeles remained without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves due to injuries. The winner of the series will face the winner of a game between the No. 1 and No. 8 Phoenix Suns.
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