Check out the top highlights, stats and observations from Monday's action in the Conference Semifinals of the 2026 NBA Playoffs. Ben Lambert, for NBA.com Amthony Edwards and the Timberwolves took home court advantage by defeating the Spurs in Game 1 of their Western Conference Semifinals series.

Expert recap and game analysis of the Los Angeles Lakers vs. Houston Rockets NBA game from April 18, 2026 on ESPN.

After jumping out to a 3-0 series lead, the Los Angeles Lakers failed to close out the Houston Rockets in Games 4 and 5. They got another opportunity on Friday night as the series shifted back to Toyota Center for Game 6.

After a four-day wait, the Oklahoma City Thunder have finally learned their Round 2 opponent in the 2026 NBA playoffs. They will face the Los Angeles Lakers. A 98-78 Game 6 win over the Houston Rockets punched their ticket to the final eight teams.

Recap: What happened at Oklahoma City Thunder's Monday, May 4 practice.

The Houston Rockets fought back without Kevin Durant, stunning the Lakers with a 115-point performance. They now trail 3-1 and look to shock the world.