Doncic drops 40, James adds 30 as Lakers stretch their streak to 7 with 124-116 win over Rockets - AP News
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The Lakers defeated the Rockets 124-116, extending their winning streak to seven games with strong performances from James and Doncic.
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The Lakers defeated the Rockets 124-116, extending their winning streak to seven games behind strong performances from LeBron James, who scored 30 points, and Luka Doncic, who added 40 points. The victory keeps Los Angeles on a roll during a critical stretch of their season as they look to solidify their playoff positioning. James's consistency and Doncic's offensive output were the difference in a competitive matchup that came down to eight points. The Lakers' seven-game streak represents a significant turnaround if the team was struggling earlier, while the Rockets' loss puts them further back in the Western Conference race.
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