Rockets thrash LeBron’s Lakers; Wembanyama triumphant on Spurs’ return

The Houston Rockets defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 115-96, cutting the deficit to 3-1 in their Western Conference playoff series. Amen Thompson scored 23 points for the Rockets, who forced the Lakers into 24 turnovers. Victor Wembanyama made a triumphant return with 27 points and 11 rebounds, helping the Spurs beat the Trail Blazers 114-93 and take a 3-1 lead in their series.