Los Angeles Lakers vs Houston Rockets Final Score & Over/Under Result — Apr 26, 2026

The pregame total of 206.5 looked vulnerable from the opening tip, as Houston and Los Angeles combined for just 47 points in the first quarter—a sluggish start that suggested a defensive grind ahead. But the second quarter exploded: the two teams poured in 56 combined points, the game's high-water mark, pushing the halftime total to 103 and putting the over clearly in play. Houston's offensive punch was evident early, with Amen Thompson scoring 23 points and dishing 7 assists while Tari Eason added 20 points and 8 rebounds to lead the Rockets. The third quarter cooled slightly to 52 combined points, yet the fourth quarter surged again with 56 combined, allowing the game to land at 211—a 4.5-point clear of the market and a hit for DAGGER's pregame over call.

For the Lakers, the scoring load fell unevenly. Deandre Ayton provided 19 points and 10 rebounds, while Rui Hachimura chipped in 13 points. LeBron James orchestrated play with 9 assists but managed just 10 points in a rare quiet night. Houston's depth—Alperen Sengun added 19 points and 6 rebounds alongside Thompson and Eason—proved decisive. The Rockets closed out 115–96, a 19-point margin that reflected the uneven nature of this season series between teams that had traded close contests earlier.