The Houston Rockets are still just one game away from potentially being eliminated in the postseason against a Los Angeles Lakers team missing two of their best players. The Lakers haven't missed a beat without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, as their role players have stepped up in a big way to give the Lakers a major claim over the series. For the Rockets to keep the series going, they need their own role players to step up on defense against the Lakers' bench, and to knock down shots when they get the opportunity. Houston's top players have held up the bargain this series, particularly during the Rockets' home games. Amen Thompson, Alperen Şengün, and Jabari Smith Jr. have done their best to make up for the absence of Kevin Durant, and they've all had their chances to hit big shots when necessary. They've each made their fair share of mistakes, but the Rockets have been in each game late until some difficulties in the clutch led to their three losses.…