Lakers' Bronny James stuns with stat vs Rockets bench in Game 3

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Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James posted a shocking stat against the Houston Rockets' bench in their Game 3 win. 

James produced more points than the entire Rockets bench, recording five points compared to Houston's three. 

Bronny had more points than the ENTIRE Rockets bench in Game 3 🤯 pic.twitter.com/jgnOvhCQln

— Yahoo Sports (@YahooSports) April 25, 2026

The 21-year-old played nine minutes in Friday's contest, recording five points on 2-of-2 shooting from the field, and was a +4 on the court. 

As for the Rockets, six players came off their bench. However, only two players got on the scoreboard: guard Jae'Sean Tate and center Clint Capela. 

The Rockets' bench combined for 36 minutes of action.

Lakers pull off stunning comeback win to take 3-0 series lead

Houston's best three players produced and did enough to get the Rockets their first win of the series; however, the Lakers pulled off the impossible down six with 25 seconds left in regulation. 

Marcus Smart knocked down three free throws to cut the deficit to three after forcing a turnover and drawing a foul on a three-point attempt. On the next possession, LeBron James created another turnover. He played hot potaote during with Luke Kennard before drilling a clutch three-pointer to tie the game and eventually force overtime.

From there, the Lakers took control, opening the extra period with a 6-2 run and never looking back.

Los Angeles came out on top 112-108 and now has a chance to sweep Houston on Sunday. The Lakers are the first team to reach three wins in these playoffs. 

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