Houston Rockets vs LA Lakers 9/6/20 - NBA Picks & Predictions
Last Updated: 09/05/2020 at 4:01 PM ET
In the second game of a Sunday NBA on ABC Playoff doubleheader, the Houston Rockets and the Los Angeles Lakers will square off from the Walt Disney Resort. The fourth-seeded Rockets needed seven games to dispose of Oklahoma City and are the top rated defensive team in the bubble. On Friday, Houston limited Los Angeles to 42 points during the second half of a 112-97 victory.
Houston G James Harden led all scorers with 36 points on an efficient 12-for-20 shooting performance. Russell Westbrook contributed 24 points, nine rebounds, and six assists for the Rockets.
The Los Angeles Lakers were the third rated team in defensive efficiency during the regular season, but lack the perimeter shooting to surround LeBron James. In Game One, that flaw was exposed as the top-seeded Lakers missed 27 of their 38 three-point attempts. Los Angeles was outrebounded by a 53-47 margin and turned the ball over 17 times.
Los Angeles F Anthony Davis tallied a team high 25 points on 10-for-16 shooting and grabbed 14 rebounds. LeBron James added 20 points, eight rebounds, and seven assists for the Lakers.
Betting Trends for vs
Los Angeles G Rajon Rondo (hand) made his first appearance in the postseason and finished with eight points on 3-for-9 from the field. The Rockets continue to stifle teams with their ability to switch on defense. Look for Houston to take a 2-0 series lead with a win on Sunday. Final Score Prediction, Houston Rockets win but grab the points just in case 114-110.
Download the Picks and Parlays Mobile App
Get A free VIP Pick Daily!
