HOUHouston Rockets6-1
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LALLos Angeles Lakers5-2

How to watch Rockets vs Lakers: TV channel, stream & time

The Houston Rockets vs. Los Angeles Lakers game is on NBC on Tuesday, December 29, 2026 at 10:30 PM ET from crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, CA.

TV channel
Local Lakers: Spectrum Sports Net
Local Lakers: Spectrum Sports Net +
tip-off (ET)
10:30 PM ET
Tuesday, December 29, 2026
Where
crypto.com Arena
Los Angeles, CA

What channel is Rockets vs Lakers on?

Houston Rockets vs. Los Angeles Lakers is on NBC, with local coverage on Spectrum Sports Net and Spectrum Sports Net +.

What time is Rockets vs Lakers?

Tip-off is at 10:30 PM ET on Tuesday, December 29, 2026. That is 9:30 PM CT, 8:30 PM MT and 7:30 PM PT.

Where to stream Rockets vs Lakers

Free with an antenna

Local broadcast channel, free over the air with an HD antenna

NBC

Peacock

NBCUniversal streaming, carries NBC Sports games

NBC
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YouTube TV

Live TV streaming service

NBC
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Hulu + Live TV

Live TV streaming service

NBC
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Fubo

Sports-first live TV streaming service

NBCSpectrum Sports Net
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Sling TV

Lower-cost live TV streaming, channels vary by package

NBC
Go to Sling TV

DirecTV Stream

Live TV streaming, carries many regional sports networks

NBCSpectrum Sports Net
Go to DirecTV Stream

Team or network app

Regional channel, stream with the network or team app if you are in the market

Spectrum Sports NetSpectrum Sports Net +

NBA League Pass

Out-of-market games, local blackouts apply

Out of market
Go to NBA League Pass

Channel lineups differ by plan and ZIP code, and local broadcasts can be blacked out outside the team's market. Check with the service before game time.

About this game

The Houston Rockets (6-1) visit the Los Angeles Lakers (5-2) at crypto.com Arena on Tuesday, December 29, 2026, with tip-off at 10:30 PM ET.

Want every game for either team? See the Houston Rockets TV schedule and the Los Angeles Lakers TV schedule.

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FAQ

What channel is Rockets vs Lakers on?

Houston Rockets vs. Los Angeles Lakers is on NBC, with local coverage on Spectrum Sports Net and Spectrum Sports Net +.

What time does Rockets vs Lakers start?

Tip-off is at 10:30 PM ET on Tuesday, December 29, 2026.

How can I stream Rockets vs Lakers?

You can stream it on Peacock, YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Fubo and Sling TV. Availability depends on your plan and location.

Can I watch Rockets vs Lakers for free?

Yes, if it airs on your local NBC station you can watch it free over the air with an HD antenna.

Where is Rockets vs Lakers played?

crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, CA.

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