The Houston Rockets are attempting to make history by coming back from a 3-0 series deficit against the Los Angeles Lakers. Game 6 is set for May 1, 2026, at the Toyota Center in Houston, TX. The Lakers currently lead the series 3-2.
The Rockets defeated the Lakers 99-93 in Game 5. Each member of Houston’s starting five scored in double figures. LeBron James led the Lakers with 25 points and seven assists, while Austin Reaves returned to score 22 points.
The Lakers shot only 24.5% on three-pointers during their two losses in this series. The Rockets are favored by 3.5 points in Game 6, with a moneyline of -180. The Lakers sit at +145, and the over/under is set at 206.5 points.
Key statistics:
- The Lakers lead the series against the Rockets, 3-2.
- The Rockets are a 3.5-point favorite over the Lakers in Game 6.
- The over/under for the game is set at 206.5 points.
- Houston’s starting five each reached double figures in points in Game 5.
- The Lakers shot 24.5% on three-pointers in their two losses.
Ime Udoka praised his team’s effort: “Big-time performances by everybody across the board.” JJ Redick noted, “You hope 99 (points allowed) is enough to win, and we just couldn’t make shots.” Yet, LeBron James expressed frustration, saying, “I’m too old for that shit.”
The Rockets are trying to become the first team in NBA history to come back from a 3-0 deficit in a playoff series. Just four teams have forced a Game 7 after falling behind by such a margin.
