Final Score: Rockets 94 - Lakers 101
Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 10:30 PM ET

Rockets @ Lakers

NBA model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Rockets
52-31 Rating 1658
Form: WWLWL
Model Probability
32%
68%
Projected margin: Los Angeles Lakers +5.1
Lakers
54-29 Rating 1711
Form: LWWWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Rockets Lakers
All-time wins 95 143
Last 5 meetings 1 4
Average points 103.8 105.6
Last meeting 98 107

Key Season Stats

Stat Rockets Lakers
Games played 83 83
Avg points scored 115.0 116.2
Avg points conceded 110.0 114.4
Win percentage 63% 65%
Away win % / Home win % 52% 69%