The Houston Rockets dominated the Los Angeles Lakers 134 - 95 Wednesday at Target Center. This game appeared to be over after the first quarter, as the Lakers' (10 - 14) leaky defense had no answered for the Rockets' (15 - 7) high - powered offensive attack, as Houston won the quarter 43 - 27. And while Los Angeles managed to pull closer before halftime, the Rockets absolutely poured it on in the second half. Houston was led by shooting guard Eric Gordon, who has really adjusted to his new role off the bench, as he scored a game - high 26 points in just 24 minutes on a scorching 9 - of - 13 from the field. Early MVP-candidate James Harden was not too far behind, scoring 25 points on top of eight rebounds, six assists and four steals. To round off a terrific performance from the Rockets' backcourt players, Patrick Beverley put together his best performance since returning from injury, recording 10 points, 12 assists, seven rebounds and three steals in 32 minutes. As a team, the Rockets made a living at the 3 - point line, shooting an impressive 15 - of - 36 from long range. For the Lakers, it was a night to forget, as the team shot a dreadful 39 percent from the field and 25 percent from behind the arc. Julius Randle led the way with a double - double of 21 points and 10 rebounds in 29 minutes, while Lou Williams continued to campaign for a Sixth Man of the Year award, posting an efficient 24 points in 25 minutes. Meanwhile, Jordan Clarkson made his first start at point guard this season and posted a lowly seven points on just 3 - of - 13 shooting from the field. Up next, the Rockets will head to Oklahoma City on Friday to take on the Thunder, while the Lakers will head home Friday to play the Suns.
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