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Lakers finish fourth in West as NBA postseason begins

And just like that, the 2025-26 NBA regular season has come to an end. The Lakers battled injuries and are currently playing without Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves, but thanks to some great games from LeBron James, they’ve managed to earn the fourth seed in the West. Now, they are set to play the Rockets […]

Lakers to face Rockets in first round of playoffs

Despite the Nuggets’ best efforts over the weekend, the Lakers will remain the No. 4 seed and play the Rockets in the first round of the NBA playoffs. The opening game between the teams will be on Saturday night at 5:30 p.m. PT on ABC. Entering the weekend, the Lakers sat one game behind the […]

Rockets set to close out the regular season versus the Grizzlies

Houston Rockets vs Memphis Grizzlies April 12, 2026 Location: Toyota Center – Houston, TX TV: Space City Home Network Radio:KBME Sports Talk 790 / KLTN 102.9 (en español) Online: Rockets App , SCHN+ Time: 7:30 PM CST Probable Starting Lineups Rockets: Reed Sheppard, Josh Okogie, Aaron Holiday, Tari Eason, Clint Capela Grizzlies: Ryan Rupert, Lucas Williamson, Jahmai […]

Houston Rockets vs. Memphis Grizzlies game preview

Before we start, I want to thank everyone who has even read one of these this season. They’ve always been a fun way to talk about basketball and the Houston Rockets specifically. A huge round of appreciation for Xiane and Holly, who each grabbed a couple of previews back in January while I was abroad […]

What are the Lakers’ playoff seeding scenarios?

After an exciting four-team battle for seeding in the Western Conference throughout the second half of the season, all but two teams are locked into their spot playoff spots heading into the final day. Results on Friday, namely Minnesota beating Houston, means that all that is up for grabs on Sunday is the No. 3 […]

LeBron James leads Lakers to win over Suns

The Lakers took down the Suns 101-73 on Friday night. They clinched home court in the first round of the playoffs thanks to the Rockets losing to the Wolves. Rui Hachimura started things off for LA with an impressive reverse layup. LeBron James was cooking early for Los Angeles with three 3-pointers and three free […]

Rockets win streak ends at eight as they lose to T-Wolves 136-132

Defense was optional in the Rockets’ Friday night matchup against the shorthanded Minnesota Timberwolves. Despite shooting 60.9 percent from the field and a career high 41 points from Amen Thompson, the Rockets were outscored by 33 points from the three-point line, only making 4-of-18 from distance, while allowing the Timberwolves to shoot 15-of-30. The Rockets […]

Timberwolves 136, Rockets 132: Ant is More than Amen, He’s a Bucket

Game Story On paper, this was a Friday evening prime time matchup, literally broadcasted on Prime. When the two teams met two weeks ago, the Minnesota Timberwolves made the most dramatic overtime comeback in NBA history. Anthony Edwards wasn’t even active for that game, but he suited up today for the first time after missing […]

Rockets seek ninth straight win against the Timberwolves

Houston Rockets vs Minnesota Timberwolves April 10, 2026 Location: Toyota Center – Houston, TX TV: Space City Home Network Radio:KBME Sports Talk 790 / KLTN 102.9 (en español) Online: Rockets App , SCHN+, Amazon Time: 8:30pm CST Probable Starting Lineups Rockets: Amen Thompson, Reed Sheppard, Kevin Durant, Jabari Smith Jr., Alperen Sengun Timberwolves: Anthony Edwards, Jaden McDaniels, […]

Rockets seek ninth win in a row versus the Timberwolves

Houston Rockets vs Minesota Timberwolves April 10, 2026 Location: Toyota Center – Houston, TX TV: Space City Home Network Radio:KBME Sports Talk 790 / KLTN 102.9 (en español) Online: Rockets App , SCHN+, Amazon Time:8:30 PM CST Probable Starting Lineups Rockets: Amen Thompson, Kevin Durant, Josh Okogie, Jabari Smith Jr., Alperen Sengun Timberwolves: A. Edwards, D. Divencenzo, […]

Game Preview #81 – Timberwolves at Rockets

Minnesota Timberwolves at Houston RocketsDate: April 10th, 2026Time: 8:30 PM CDTLocation: Toyota CenterTelevision Coverage: Prime Video, FanDuel Sports Network – North, KARE 11Radio Coverage: KFAN FM, Wolves App, iHeart Radio There was time, not even that long ago, where Wolves fans had this Houston game circled in red ink, Sharpie, maybe even carved into stone. […]

Rockets avoid 4th quarter collapse, defeat the Sixers 113-102

The Rockets have won 8 games in row and for most of Thursday’s matchup with the Philadelphia 76ers it looked as if they would coast to their 52nd win of the season. However, even if you have just followed this Rockets team causally, you were not comfortable even with the Rockets leading 96-73 going into […]

Sixers-Rockets: Second Half Thread

Game Details When: Thursday, April 9, 8:00 PM ETWhere: Toyota Center, Houston, TXWatch: NBC Sports Philadelphia, Prime VideoRadio: 97.5 The FanaticFollow: @LibertyBallers

Sixers-Rockets: First Half Thread

Game Details When: Thursday, April 9, 8:00 PM ETWhere: Toyota Center, Houston, TXWatch: NBC Sports Philadelphia, Prime VideoRadio: 97.5 The FanaticFollow: @LibertyBallers

Rockets take on the Sixers in Toyota Center

Houston Rockets vs Philadelphia 76ers April 9, 2026 Location: Toyota Center – Houston, TX TV: Space City Home Network, Radio:KBME Sports Talk 790 / KLTN 102.9 (en español) Online: Rockets App, SCHN+ Time: 7:00pm CST Probable Starting Lineups Rockets: Amen Thompson, Reed Sheppard, Kevin Durant, Jabari Smith Jr., Alperen Sengun 76ers: VJ Edgecombe, Kelly Oubre Jr., Tyrese […]

Sixers, currently in 8th, travel to Houston for pivotal game

The Philadelphia 76ers are coming off two disappointing losses, with their postseason chances tanking. They’ll now look to stop the bleeding in what’s shaping up to be a true must-win game, traveling to Houston to take on the Rockets. The Rockets, as many know at this point, have had what’s best described as a hot-and-cold […]

Magic 132, Timberwolves 120: Fun Rest and Recover

The Minnesota Timberwolves secured a guaranteed playoff spot early this morning with their win against the Indiana Pacers and a Houston Rockets victory against the Phoenix Suns. They will be heading to a postseason series for the fifth straight season, all under the guidance of Chris Finch. With this secured, Minnesota looks to be resting […]

Rockets convert JD Davison to standard NBA Contract

On Tuesday, the Houston Rockets converted JD Davison’s two-way deal to a traditional NBA contract, theoretically helping the Rockets’ ongoing need at the point guard position. Davison has been with the team mostly all season, although he hasn’t spent much time on the floor. As a two-way signee, Davison was limited to just 50 NBA […]

VOTE: Potential Rockets playoff opponents

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Rockets fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. This week’s question has us looking forward to the 2026 NBA Playoffs. The Rockets currently sit […]

Rockets Make It Seven In A Row With 119-105 Win Over Phoenix

I’ll ask for your understanding with another recap that is getting started at about 2am where I am. That’s fairly late by almost any standard, even Rockets fandom. Still, here I am, and here it is. Please pardon any errors, it’s now 3am. A win tonight would be significant for the Rockets in several ways. […]

Rockets make it seven in a row with 119-105 win over Phoenix

I’ll ask for your understanding with another recap that is getting started at about 2am where I am. That’s fairly late by almost any standard, even Rockets fandom. Still, here I am, and here it is. Please pardon any errors, it’s now 3am. A win tonight would be significant for the Rockets in several ways. […]