The Houston Rockets (20-10) will attempt to extend a three-game winning run when visiting the Brooklyn Nets (10-20) on Thursday, January 1, 2026 at Barclays Center. This contest is at 6 p.m. ET on YES and SCHN.
On Monday, in their most recent game, the Rockets defeated the Pacers 126-119. With 30 points, Kevin Durant was their leading scorer.
Rockets vs. Nets: How to watch on TV or live streamGame day: Thursday, January 1, 2026Game time: 6 p.m. ETLocation: Brooklyn, New YorkArena: Barclays CenterTV channel: Space City Home NetworkLive stream: Watch this game on Fubo
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Rockets top performersAlperen Sengun’s averages for the season are 22.7 points, 9.4 rebounds and 6.8 assists, making 50.8% of his shots from the floor.Durant contributes with 25.5 points per game, plus 5 boards and 4.3 assists.The Rockets receive 17.8 points, 7.4 boards and 5.3 assists per game from Amen Thompson.Jabari Smith Jr.’s averages for the season are 15.8 points, 6.9 rebounds and 1.9 assists, making 46.2% of his shots from the field and 38.4% from 3-point range, with 2.3 triples per game.Reed Sheppard averages 13.4 points, 2.9 boards and 3.5 assists, making 45.5% of his shots from the field and 42.2% from 3-point range, with 2.6 triples per game.