April 29, 2026
EXPLORE THE GAME
Every shot, every lead change, every rotation — visualized.
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PLAYER PERFORMANCE
Los Angeles Lakers
James relentlessly attacked the interior to generate a +14.6 offensive credit, overcoming a brutal 0-of-6 showing from beyond the arc. He was equally imposing on the other end, completely blanking his defensive assignments (0-of-4 shooting) while racking up 4 deflections.
Ayton was an absolute force in the paint, pairing hyper-efficient finishing (9-of-14 FG) with 8 screen assists to drive a massive +27.2 offensive credit. He completely dominated the glass with 17 rebounds and anchored the defense by holding opponents to just 5-of-16 shooting when targeted.
Smart's offensive execution was disastrous, as a staggering 6 turnovers (well above his 2.7 average) completely erased the value of his 3-of-7 shooting from deep. This sloppy decision-making resulted in a -2.8 offensive credit, severely undercutting his otherwise solid point-of-attack defense.
Hachimura provided a steady dose of secondary scoring, hitting 2-of-3 from deep to anchor his +6.5 offensive credit. His most vital contribution came defensively, where he contested 7 shots and stifled his matchups to a frigid 35% conversion rate.
Kennard's jumper completely abandoned him, resulting in a scoreless night from the floor (0-of-4) and a damaging -3.6 offensive credit. He tried to compensate with active hands, generating 3 deflections and 2 steals, but his primary utility as a floor-spacer was entirely absent.
Reaves endured a miserable shooting night (4-of-16 FG) but salvaged his +11.5 offensive credit by relentlessly attacking the rim and converting 12-of-13 free throws. Defensively, he struggled to contain his matchups, allowing opponents to shoot 54% on 13 contested looks.
Hayes was completely invisible during his brief stint, failing to attempt a single field goal or secure meaningful rebounds. His lack of aggression rendered him an offensive zero, while opponents easily converted 2-of-3 shots against him inside.
LaRavia was a complete non-factor offensively, attempting just a single shot during his 9 minutes on the floor. He did manage to execute his defensive assignments flawlessly, blanking opponents on three contested attempts to earn a +0.4 defensive credit.
Vanderbilt logged just under six minutes of cardio, failing to make any significant dent in the box score. A pair of deflections highlighted his brief appearance, but his offensive limitations kept him glued to the bench for most of the night.
Houston Rockets
Thompson's offensive rhythm completely abandoned him, as a frigid 4-of-14 shooting night severely capped his scoring value. He salvaged his outing by wreaking havoc on the other end, generating a +9.9 defensive credit behind 4 steals and stifling point-of-attack coverage that limited opponents to 4-of-9 shooting.
Sengun operated more as a facilitator than a primary scorer, dishing out 8 assists (well above his 5.9 average) to keep the offense flowing despite a dip in his own shot volume. However, his playmaking was undercut by sloppy decision-making, as 5 giveaways limited his overall offensive ceiling.
A lethal perimeter stroke (4-of-9 from deep) and flawless ball security (zero turnovers) fueled a massive +19.9 offensive credit for the young forward. He paired that scoring gravity with sturdy rim protection, logging two blocks and holding opponents to 47% shooting on 15 defended attempts.
Sheppard's value was entirely driven by his disruptive defensive instincts, racking up 6 deflections and 3 steals to fuel a +4.9 hustle credit. He completely locked down his assignments, suffocating shooters to a dismal 3-of-11 (27%) clip when he was the nearest defender.
Eason delivered a highly efficient scoring punch (6-of-11 FG) that drove his impressive +15.6 offensive credit. However, his defensive impact was muted as his primary matchups torched him, shooting 8-of-12 (67%) when he was the nearest defender.
Okogie provided a modest but efficient scoring bump (+5.4 offensive credit) off the bench, hitting half of his field goals to nearly double his season scoring average. His defensive impact was less sturdy, as opponents easily converted 4-of-6 attempts when he contested the shot.
Holiday offered very little playmaking or rebounding in his 13 minutes, settling for a quiet 5-point outing that barely moved the needle offensively. He did manage to stay solid on the perimeter, holding his direct matchups to just 3-of-9 shooting.
Finney-Smith operated strictly as a spot-up threat during his brief 11-minute stint, taking all of his shots from beyond the arc. Knocking down 2-of-5 triples provided a minor offensive lift (+1.9 credit), though his overall footprint on the game remained minimal.
