The Houston Rockets are in a do-or-die scenario with the Los Angeles Lakers. They are currently down 3-2 in the series, even without their best player.
The Toronto Raptors and the Detroit Pistons are also trying to keep their respective seasons alive. All three games on the schedule tonight are Game 6s.
Here are the streaming and cable details for where you can watch Game 6 between the Rockets and the Lakers, the stat leaders for the two teams, and the potential starting lineups.
Where to Watch Los Angeles Lakers vs Houston Rockets
Game 6 of the series between the Rockets and the Lakers will be broadcast on May 1st, 2026. The game will be broadcast at 9:30 PM Eastern Time, or 6:30 PM Pacific Time.
Game 6 is not being broadcast in a traditional way. Amazon Prime is the primary broadcaster for the game. Some regions in the USA and Canada may be able to watch the game on NBA League Pass.
Stats Leaders for the Lakers and Rockets
Tonight’s game is Game 6 in the seven-game series between these two rivals. Here is how things have shaken out prior to tonight.
- Game 1: 107 to 98 (Lakers Win)
- Game 2: 101 to 94 (Lakers Win)
- Game 3: 112 to 108 (Rockets Win)
- Game 4: 115 to 96 (Lakers Win)
- Game 5: 99 to 93 (Rockets Win)
Lakers Team Stats
Here are some important stats to keep in mind with the Lakers. These are averages over their series against the Rockets.
- 101.8 PTS
- 39 Rebounds
- 24 Assists
- 8.2 Steals
- 6.2 Blocks
- 37.6 3PT%
Rocket Team Stats
Here are some important Rocket stats over the course of their series against the Lakers.
- 102.8 PTS
- 40.8 Rebounds
- 22.4 Assists
- 12.6 Steals
- 4.6 Blocks
- 32.2 3PT%
Lakers Stat Leaders
- Points: Lebron James, 22.2
- Rebounds: Deandre Ayton, 9.8
- Assists: Lebron James, 8.4
- Blocks: Marcus Smart, 1.6
- Minutes: Lebron James 39.1
- 3 PT %: Dalton Knecht, 66.7
Rocket Stat Leaders
- Points: Kevin Durant, 23
- Rebounds: Alperen Sengun, 10
- Assists: Amen Thompson, 6.2
- Blocks: Alperen Sengun, 1.2
- Minutes: Amen Thompson, 44
- 3 PT%: Jabari Smith JR, 40
Predicted Lineup: Lakers vs Rockets Game 6
Here are the potential lineups for the Lakers and the Rockets in this pivotal Game 6.
Lakers Potential Starting Lineup
- Austin Reaves – SG
- Marcus Smart – PG
- Rui Hachimura – PF
- Lebron James – SF
- Deandre Ayton – C
Rockets Potential Starting Lineup
- Amen Thompson – SF
- Reed Shepherd – PG
- Tari Eason – PF
- Jabari Smith – PF
- Alperen Sengun – C
Where to Watch Lakers vs Rockets in USA & Canada