Pregame analysis and predictions of the Los Angeles Lakers vs. Houston Rockets NBA game to be played on March 16, 2026 on ESPN.

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The Denver Nuggets lost a tough game against the Los Angeles Lakers in overtime, but it looks like some things should have been different near the end of regulation. Austin Reaves went to the free-throw line a few times with seconds remaining in the game,

On Saturday evening, the Los Angeles Lakers played the Denver Nuggets (at home).The Lakers won (in overtime) by a score of 127-125.Luka Doncic exploded for 30 points, 11 rebounds, 13 assists, one steal and three blocks while shooting 10/26 from the field and 4/14 from three-point range in 43 minutes of playing time.

Luka Doncic delivered a masterclass as the Los Angeles Lakers edged the Denver Nuggets 127-125 in a thrilling overtime encounter at Crypto.com Arena. Doncic secured the victory with a 17-foot fadeaway jumper with just 0.

After a surprising win in Golden State, the Chicago Bulls will look to take down the Los Angeles Lakers for their second consecutive win.

Luka Doncic had 31 points, 11 assists and 11 rebounds in his seventh triple-double of the season, and the Los Angeles Lakers overcame LeBron James’ latest injury absence to sweep their season series with the Minnesota Timberwolves in a 120-106 victory.

Sure, they came up short, but there's no question about which team the Nuggets should be hoping to see in round one of the playoffs.