The Houston Rockets and Los Angeles Lakers meet Tuesday night in Game 2, with Houston looking to bounce back after the Lakers stole the series opener. The Lakers and Rockets are back in action today in Los Angeles for Game 2 of their first-round NBA Playoff series.
How to Watch Rockets vs Lakers
When: Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Time: 10:30 PM ET
TV Channel: NBC / Peacock
Live Stream: Peacock
The Lakers hold a 1–0 series lead after a 107–98 win in Game 1 at Crypto.com Arena, despite being short-handed.
Luke Kennard led the way with 27 points, while LeBron James added 19 points and 13 assists, helping Los Angeles control the game late after a competitive middle stretch. Houston, meanwhile, struggled offensively without Kevin Durant, shooting just 37.6% from the field despite generating more shot attempts. Game 2 remains in Los Angeles on Tuesday, giving the Lakers a chance to take a commanding 2–0 lead.
Rockets-Lakers first round playoff schedule
- Game 1: Lakers 107, Rockets 98
- Game 2: April 21, 10:30 p.m. ET (NBC)
- Game 3: April 24, 8 p.m. ET (Prime Video)
- Game 4: April 26, 9:30 p.m. ET (NBC)
- Game 5: April 29*
- Game 6: May 1*
- Game 7: May 3*
* if necessary
NBA Playoffs key dates:
- April 18: NBA Playoffs First Round begins
- June 3: Game 1 of the NBA Finals
– Live Stream Rockets vs Lakers with Peacock –
This is a great NBA matchup that you will not want to miss; make sure to tune in and catch all the action. Game 1 showed both the opportunity and the challenge for Houston. The Rockets’ young core, led by Alperen Sengun and Amen Thompson, created chances but lacked efficiency and struggled against the Lakers’ defensive adjustments.
