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Source: Fox News
Summary
The Houston Rockets blew a six-point lead with 25 seconds remaining and lost to the Los Angeles Lakers 112-108 in overtime, trailing 3-0 in the NBA playoffs. Rockets coach Ime Udoka told his team to “grow up” after the loss. Kevin Durant missed his second game with an ankle injury.
Our Reading
The game followed a familiar script.
The Rockets thought they had it in the bag, but the Lakers had other plans. Houston’s late lead vanished, and they now face an unprecedented comeback.
James’ steal and three-pointer with 13 seconds left sent the game to overtime, where the Lakers outscored the Rockets 11-7.
This one felt recognizable early.
The Rockets will have to regroup and face the Lakers again if they want to make history.
The result wasn’t surprising by the end.
Original Observation: The Rockets’ collapse was a slow-motion replay of their season-long struggles.
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Author: Evan Null
