The Houston Rockets defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 119-115 on Sunday night, thanks to a clutch steal by Fred VanVleet in the final seconds. Jalen Green led the Rockets with 33 points, while Amen Thompson added 23 points and 16 rebounds in his return from suspension.
The Houston Rockets are breathing a sigh of relief after beating the Los Angeles Lakers 119-115 on Sunday night inside Toyota Center.
VanVleet made one of his two free throws to make it a two-possession game and the Rockets walked away with a win.
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