Final Score: Lakers 98 - Rockets 78
Friday, May 1, 2026 at 9:30 PM ET

Lakers @ Rockets

NBA model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Lakers
56-31 Rating 1686
Form: WWWLL
Model Probability
38%
62%
Projected margin: Houston Rockets +4.3
Rockets
54-33 Rating 1683
Form: LLLWW
Rockets

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Lakers Rockets
All-time wins 145 97
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average points 105.5 103.8
Last meeting 93 99

Key Season Stats

Stat Lakers Rockets
Games played 87 87
Avg points scored 115.5 114.5
Avg points conceded 113.9 109.5
Win percentage 64% 62%
Away win % / Home win % 60% 72%