The best images from the Lakers’ 119-96, series-clinching victory over the Houston Rockets in Game 5 of the Western Conference semifinals Saturday night.
Lakers forward Anthony Davis elevates for a shot in the lane during Game 5. (Mark J. Terrill / Associated Press)
Rockets guard James Harden looks to drive against Lakers guard Rajon Rondo during Game 5. (Mark J. Terrill / Associated Press)
Lakers forwards LeBron James (23) and Anthony Davis (3) argue a call during Game 5. (Mark J. Terrill / Associated Press)
Rockets guard Russell Westbrook, left, is defended by Lakers guards Danny Green and Rajon Rondo during Game 5. (Mark J. Terrill / Associated Press)
Lakers coach Frank Vogel gives the thumbs-up during Game 5. (Mark J. Terrill / Associated Press)
Rockets guard Russell Westbrook attempts a three-point shot against Lakers forward LeBron James during Game 5. (Mark J. Terrill / Associated Press)
The Lakers’ LeBron James looks on during the second half of Game 5 near Orlando, Fla. (Mark J. Terrill / Associated Press)
Houston’s James Harden looks to pass as he’s double-teamed by the Lakers’ Markieff Morris, left, and Danny Green. (Mark J. Terrill / Associated Press)
Lakers forward Anthony Davis drives to the basket during the second half Saturday. (Mark J. Terrill / Associated Press)
The Lakers’ Danny Green, left, battles Houston’s James Harden for position under the basket Saturday. (Mark J. Terrill / Associated Press)
Houston coach Mike D’Antoni yells from the bench during the second half against the Lakers. (Mark J. Terrill / Associated Press)
The Rockets’ James Harden argues a second-half call Saturday against the Lakers. (Mark J. Terrill / Associated Press)
The Lakers’ Anthony Davis grabs a rebound over the Rockets’ Russell Westbrook during the second half. (Mark J. Terrill / Associated Press)
The Lakers’ LeBron James goes up for a second-half shot as the Rockets’ Austin Rivers defends Saturday. (Mark J. Terrill / Associated Press)
Houston’s P.J. Tucker puts a towel over his face next to Luc Mbah a Moute during the second half. (Mark J. Terrill / Associated Press)
The Lakers’ LeBron James celebrates during the second half Saturday against the Rockets. (Mark J. Terrill / Associated Press)
