Houston Rockets vs. Los Angeles Lakers Preview: How to Watch, Lineups, Injury Report, More

The Houston Rockets will try to win their fourth consecutive game in a battle against LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers.
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HOUSTON — The Houston Rockets (3-3) will attempt to extend their winning streak to four against the Los Angeles Lakers (3-4). The Lakers enter the Toyota Center Wednesday night as part of a four-game road trip, which hasn't been kind. 

After falling to the Orlando Magic and Miami Heat, the Lakers are on a two-game losing streak. During their one-point loss to the Heat Monday night, LeBron James scored a game-high 30 points on 13-for-23 shooting.

"He got the IQ and takes care of his body," coach Ime Udoka said. "Not really surprised. The longevity. This high level at this age is impressive because of how smart he is and how he has taken care of his body."  

The Rockets will attempt to extend their winning streak to four after sweeping the Sacramento Kings in a two-game mini-series. They began their win streak in a 128-119 win over the Charlotte Hornets.  

Lakers forward LeBron James shoots the ball against Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun in the second half at Crypto.com Arena
Lakers forward LeBron James shoots the ball against Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun in the second half at Crypto.com Arena / Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Rockets vs. Lakers Broadcast Information

Rockets vs. Lakers Injury Report

Houston Rockets

  • Tari Eason (PROBABLE - Stress Reaction)
  • Amen Thompson (OUT - Ankle Sprain)
  • Victor Oladipo (OUT - Left Patellar Tendon)

LOS ANGELES LAKERS

  • Rui Hachimura (PROBABLE - Concussion; Protocol)
  • Anthony Davis (QUESTIONABLE - Left Adductor/Hip Spasm)
  • Jaxson Hayes (QUESTIONABLE - Left Ankle Sprain)
  • Jalen Hood-Schifino (OUT - Right Patella)
  • Jarred Vanderbilt (OUT - - Left Heel; Bursitis)
  • Gabe Vincent (OUT - Left Knee; Effusion)

Rockets vs. Lakers Projected Starting Lineups

Los Angeles Lakers

  • PG D'Angelo Russell
  • SG Austin Reaves
  • SF LeBron James
  • PF Taurean Prince
  • C Anthony Davis

Houston Rockets

  • PG Fred VanVleet
  • SG Jalen Green
  • SF Dillon Brooks
  • PF Jabari Smith Jr.
  • C Alperen Şengün

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