In yet another strong game, Jalen Green scored a game-high 33 points on elite efficiency and no turnovers as the Rockets (23-12) held off the Lakers.

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Jalen Green scored a game-high 33 points, Amen Thompson posted a double-double in his return from suspension and the Houston Rockets held on for a 119-115 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday.

Jalen Green scored 33 points and Amen Thompson added 23 points and 16 rebounds for the Houston Rockets, who held off LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers, 119-115.

Jalen Green's 33-point performance and Fred VanVleet's clutch steal propel Rockets to narrow victory over Lakers.

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Jalen Green scored a game-high 33 points, Amen Thompson posted a double-double in his return from suspension and the Houston Rockets held on for a 119-115 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on ...

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Since the start of 2025, Jalen Green has undoubtedly been the Houston Rockets' best player. He is averaging 27.6 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 1.2 steals on 47.7% from the field, as well as 41.2% from three in these five games since the turn of the calendar year.

The Houston Rockets have found a groove to start 2025, having gone 4-1 in their last five games and riding a three-game winning streak. With their only loss coming against the defending champion Boston Celtics,

Jalen Green scored 33 points and Fred VanVleet grabbed a key steal late to allow the Houston Rockets to hold on for a 119-115 win over the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday night. Amen Thompson added 23 points and a career-high 16 rebounds in his return after a two-game suspension to help Houston eke out the victory after leading by as many as 22.

HOUSTON — Jalen Green scored 33 points and Fred VanVleet grabbed a key steal late to allow the Houston Rockets to hold on for a 119-115 win over the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday night.