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The Houston Rockets (13-14) beat the Los Angeles Lakers (17-11) at home (126-111).

James Harden with a 50-point triple-double was the main reason why the Rockets crossed the Lakers’ barrier. This season, the 29-year-old guard posted his second triple-double by scoring 50 points (on 14/26 shooting), 10 boards and 11 assists.

Clint Capela added 16 points and 14 rebounds, Danuel House and Chris Paul (9 assists) managed 15 and 14 points, respectively.

On the other hand, LeBron James led the Lakers with 29 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists, Kyle Kuzma added 24 points and 5 assists, Lance Stephenson poured 17 points, Josh Hart scored 15 points.