The Los Angeles Lakers are just one win away from securing a spot in the next round of the NBA Playoffs.
They managed to beat the Houston Rockets 112-108 in an overtime thriller on Friday, extending their series lead to 3-0.
The Lakers were strong in the first half, but the Rockets rallied in the second half, even holding a four-point edge late in regulation. However, a clutch three-pointer from LeBron James with under ten seconds left tied the game, pushing it into overtime.
While Austin Reeves has been sidelined for the series, he was listed as in-game today, raising hopes of his playoff debut after being marked as questionable just the day before.
Lakers vs. Rockets: What You Need to Know
- What: NBA Playoffs Round 1, Game 4
- When: April 26th, 6:30 PM PT / 9:30 PM ET
- Where: Toyota Center, Houston, Texas
- Channel: NBC
- Streaming: DIRECTV (available for a free trial)
If the Rockets manage to win tonight, the series will head back to Los Angeles for Game 5 on Wednesday.
Lakers vs. Rockets Start Time
The playoff game tonight (April 26) is set to begin at 6:30 PM PT / 9:30 PM ET.
How to Watch Lakers vs. Rockets for Free
If you’re without cable, a live TV streaming service is an option to watch games for free.
DIRECTV is touted as an ideal service for live basketball viewing at no cost, with a five-day free trial featuring NBC and other necessary channels. After the trial, plans start at $49.99 monthly for access to over 90 channels.
Sling TV is another affordable alternative for streaming NBA games, with its choice plan starting at $19.99 monthly and includes NBC.
Lakers vs. Rockets First Round Playoff Schedule
- Game 1: Lakers 107, Rockets 98
- Game 2: Lakers 101, Rockets 94
- Game 3: Lakers TK, Rockets TK
- Game 4: April 26th, 9:30 PM ET (NBC)
- Game 5: April 29th*
- Game 6: May 1st*
- Game 7: May 3rd*
* If necessary
Key Dates for the NBA Playoffs
- April 18th: NBA playoffs first round kicks off
- June 3rd: NBA Finals Game 1
