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Houston Rockets vs Los Angeles Lakers: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Houston Rockets (8-3) visit the Los Angeles Lakers (10-2) on Tuesday, December 29, 2026 at 10:30 PM ET, at crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, CA. TV: NBC. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Los Angeles Lakers vs Houston Rockets.

NBATuesday, December 29, 2026
Houston Rockets logoHouston Rockets8-3
10:30 PM ETDec 29, 2026
Los Angeles Lakers logoLos Angeles Lakers10-2
DateDec 29, 2026
Time10:30 PM ET
Venuecrypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, CA
TVNBC

Team comparison

Houston RocketsLos Angeles Lakers
Points per game
115.5
122.1
Points allowed per game
106.4
114.4
8-3Record10-2
2nd in Southwest DivisionStanding1st in Pacific Division
3-2Road record / home record5-1
WLLWWLast 5WWWWW
W1StreakW6

Team stats

Houston RocketsLos Angeles Lakers
W1StreakW6
Points Against
106.4
114.4
7-3Last Ten Games8-2
Points Per Game
115.5
122.1
Field Goal %
48
51
Three Point %
38
38
Rebounds Per Game
44.5
40.3
Assists Per Game
27.0
24.1
Blocks Per Game
5.8
6.4
Steals Per Game
8.5
10.8
Team Turnovers Per Game
1.1
0.8
Total Turnovers Per Game
15.3
16.8

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Houston Rockets
Clint Capela C · Ankle - Sprain
Out
Steven Adams C · Calf - Strain
Out
Los Angeles Lakers
Quentin Grimes G · Finger
Day-To-Day

Recent form

Houston RocketsWLLWW
Nov 9, 2026 · vs Denver NuggetsW 110-100
Nov 7, 2026 · at Phoenix SunsL 99-102
Nov 4, 2026 · vs Minnesota TimberwolvesL 107-117
Nov 2, 2026 · vs Boston CelticsW 109-93
Oct 31, 2026 · vs Oklahoma City ThunderW 119-98
Los Angeles LakersWWWWW
Nov 9, 2026 · at Atlanta HawksW 124-114
Nov 8, 2026 · at Detroit PistonsW 121-116
Nov 6, 2026 · vs Portland Trail BlazersW 124-118
Nov 4, 2026 · at Sacramento KingsW 116-103
Nov 2, 2026 · vs Miami HeatW 138-117

Season series

Series starts 11/30
Mar 28, 2027LAL 0, HOU 0
Feb 18, 2027HOU 0, LAL 0
Dec 29, 2026HOU 0, LAL 0
Nov 30, 2026LAL 0, HOU 0

Team pages

Houston Rockets
Schedule, roster and statsLos Angeles Lakers
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Houston Rockets vs Los Angeles Lakers?

The game is on Tuesday, December 29, 2026 at 10:30 PM ET at crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, CA.

How can I watch Houston Rockets vs Los Angeles Lakers?

TV: NBC.

What are the records of the Houston Rockets and Los Angeles Lakers?

Houston Rockets: 8-3. Los Angeles Lakers: 10-2.

Who is injured for Houston Rockets vs Los Angeles Lakers?

Listed out or doubtful: Houston Rockets: Clint Capela, Steven Adams. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Houston Rockets vs Los Angeles Lakers played?

crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, CA.

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