The Lakers defeated the Rockets, 107-97. Anthony Davis led the way for the Lakers with 27 points, 14 rebounds and five blocks, while LeBron James added 16 points, four rebounds and seven assists in the victory. Fred VanVleet tallied 22 points, five rebounds and seven assists for the Rockets in the losing effort. The Lakers improve to 12-9 on the season, while the Rockets fall to 8-9.