Rockets' Alperen Sengun Delivers Warning to Lakers Before Game 5
The Houston Rockets secured their first win against the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 4, preventing a playoff sweep. Alperen Sengun expressed confidence in facing the Lakers in Game 5, emphasizing the physical nature of the matchup. LeBron James acknowledged his poor performance in Game 4, which contributed to the Lakers' loss.
- ▪The Rockets won Game 4, avoiding a first-round playoff sweep against the Lakers.
- ▪Alperen Sengun stated he is prepared for a physical game in Game 5.
- ▪LeBron James admitted his turnovers were unacceptable in the previous game.
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By Matt AudiletContributing Sports WriterShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.The Houston Rockets notched their first victory against the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 4, avoiding a first-round playoff sweep.Now, the teams head back to Los Angeles as the Rockets look to hold off LeBron James and the Lakers in yet another close-out game.Things got chippy in the Rockets' Game 4 victory. Lakers big man Deandre Ayton was ejected for an elbow that connected with the face of Rockets center Alperen Sengun.
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