Kobe Bryant (24) attempts to drive the ball around Houston Rockets point guard Jeremy Lin (7).

Omer Asik (3) attempts to drive the ball to the basket during the first quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers at Toyota Center.

Jeremy Lin (7) runs up the court during the first quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers at Toyota Center.

Los Angeles Lakers shooting guard Kobe Bryant (24) and Houston Rockets center Omer Asik (3) attempt to get a loose ball during the second quarter at Toyota Center.

Los Angeles Lakers center Dwight Howard (12) dunks the ball during the first quarter against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center.

Los Angeles Lakers small forward Metta World Peace (15) drives to the basket during the second quarter.

Houston Rockets point guard Jeremy Lin (7) attempts to score a basket during the first quarter as Los Angeles Lakers center Dwight Howard (12) defends.

Kobe Bryant (24) drives the ball during the first quarter as Houston Rockets point guard Jeremy Lin (7) defends.

The Rockets celebrate after beating the Lakers 107-105 on Tuesday night at the Toyota Center.