The Los Angeles Lakers bounced back and defeated the Houston Rockets, 124-115.
The Rockets came out aggressive to start the game as their All-Star backcourt of James Harden and Russell Westbrook took their turns dicing up the Lakers defense. Meanwhile, Los Angeles was able to generate some solid looks from the perimeter but failed to convert on them.
Clint Capela was able to ignite the Rockets transition game after coming up on a couple of blocks in the lane, extending their lead midway through the quarter. Needing some scoring punch, Quinn Cook looked for his shot early and hit a few jumpers but Los Angeles still found themselves down 34-27 at the end of the first quarter.