LeBron James seems to have the Houston Rockets all figured out after Game 1

The Los Angeles Lakers now have a 1-0 lead against the Houston Rockets. Coming into the series, the Lakers were underdogs because they did not have two of their star players. Thankfully, they still have LeBron James serving as the cornerstone of their offense.

James finished the game with 19 points, eight rebounds, and 13 assists. It was one of his most impressive performances of the season, as he helped maximize the rest of the team. This includes Luke Kennard, who had a superb 27-point night.

LeBron James is well-prepared for the series against the Rockets

The Lakers proved that they can hang with the Rockets in their series. It has been a rough few weeks for the Lakers because they have had to deal with losing two of their star players. However, the remaining players are still quite good, including James and Kennard.

They were the two biggest stars of the night, as they truly showcased why they should not be underestimated. With James spearheading the offense, it was clear that everyone else was feeling confident on offense, so they kept playing around James' playmaking.

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Apart from Kennard and James, three other players scored in double figures. They all benefited from playing with the King, as LeBron dished out eight assists in the first quarter alone. This should be a good sign moving forward because LeBron seems to have the Rockets figured out, but he won't reveal too many details.

"Yeah, I won't get into that. I don't want to give up the game plan on what I see out there. It's a long series, but my guys managed to put themselves in position, and it's my job to give them the ball in the right possible positions," James said after the impressive Game 1 win against the Rockets.

As James and the Lakers continue to get comfortable, the Lakers will be a dangerous opponent. The Rockets are waiting for Durant to return, as he will be the boost they need offensively, as they can live up to their status as the favorites.

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