Lakers Set to Face Houston

The Houston Rockets eliminated the Portland Trail Blazers 92-78, winning the series four games to two. The Rockets will now face the Los Angeles Lakers in the the Western Conference semi-finals. The Lakers won the season series with Houston 4-0 during the regular season. Facing Houston is a relief for most Laker fans, as LA finished the season 2-2 against the Blazers, with the home team winning each time.