Rockets 119-96 Lakers (26 Dec, 2025) Final Score - ESPN (AU)
Game summary of the Houston Rockets vs. Los Angeles Lakers NBA game, final score 119-96, from 26 December 2025 on ESPN (AU).
www.espn.com.auHere’s how to watch Lakers vs Rockets and the latest options to view it.
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Live TV and streaming: In the US, NBA games are commonly carried by networks like TNT, NBA TV, NBC Sports Regional networks, or national streams via services like NBA League Pass, ESPN+, or local sports networks. For the Lakers-Rockets matchup, check TNT or your local regional channel listings, or try a streaming platform that carries those networks (examples include Sling TV, fuboTV, or YouTube TV) for live coverage. Availability varies by market and blackout rules.[3][7]
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Start times and venue vary by date. If you’re aiming for a specific game, confirm the exact tip-off time on the NBA schedule for that date (often 7:30–10:30 PM PT depending on the slate) and verify that the channel matches your location.[7][3]
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Quick tips to watch from Los Angeles:
- Check Spectrum/Time Warner, Spectrum SportsNet, or NBC Sports California for regional coverage if the Rockets are part of a national broadcast or local broadcast arrangement.
- If you prefer streaming, look for a service that offers TNT/NBA channels or NBA League Pass for out-of-market viewing.[3][7]
Illustration: A simple checklist
- Confirm game date and tip-off time on the official NBA schedule.
- Verify which channel is carrying the game (national vs local).
- Choose a viewing option: cable/OTA or streaming service with the corresponding channel.
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