How to Watch Upcoming Houston Rockets Games for Free (Legally & Easily)
Last updated: April 20, 2026
If you’re trying to catch the Houston Rockets this 2026 NBA season without paying for a full cable package, you’re in the right place. The Houston enter this stretch at 52-30 (2nd in Southwest Division). They have 6 upcoming games on the schedule, starting with HOU @ LAL on April 21, 2026. Below, for each game we break down exactly which network is carrying it, which streaming services include that network, and — importantly — which of those services offer a free trial so you can watch without spending a dime.
How to Watch Houston Rockets vs Los Angeles Lakers on April 21, 2026
You can watch Houston Rockets vs Los Angeles Lakers for free with Fubo, Hulu with Live TV, Fubo Elite, and YouTube TV — all offer free trials.
How to Watch Los Angeles Lakers vs Houston Rockets on April 24, 2026
You can watch Los Angeles Lakers vs Houston Rockets for free with Prime Video — all offer free trials.
How to Watch Los Angeles Lakers vs Houston Rockets on April 26, 2026
You can watch Los Angeles Lakers vs Houston Rockets for free with Fubo, Hulu with Live TV, Fubo Elite, and YouTube TV — all offer free trials.
How to Watch Houston Rockets vs Los Angeles Lakers on April 28, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Los Angeles Lakers vs Houston Rockets on April 30, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Houston Rockets vs Los Angeles Lakers on May 2, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
Recent Houston Rockets Games & Where They Aired
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Apr 18
Houston Rockets @ Los Angeles Lakers 98-107 Aired on: ABC -
Apr 12
Memphis Grizzlies @ Houston Rockets 101-132 Aired on: Space City Home Network, FanDuel SN SE, NBA League Pass -
Apr 10
Minnesota Timberwolves @ Houston Rockets 136-132 Aired on: Prime Video, Space City Home Network, FanDuel SN North -
Apr 9
Philadelphia 76ers @ Houston Rockets 102-113 Aired on: Space City Home Network, NBC Sports Phil, NBA League Pass -
Apr 7
Houston Rockets @ Phoenix Suns 119-105 Aired on: NBC, Peacock, Space City Home Network -
Apr 5
Houston Rockets @ Golden State Warriors 117-116 Aired on: NBC, Peacock -
Apr 3
Utah Jazz @ Houston Rockets 106-140 Aired on: Space City Home Network, KJZZ-TV, Jazz+, NBA League Pass -
Apr 1
Milwaukee Bucks @ Houston Rockets 113-119 Aired on: Space City Home Network, FanDuel SN WI, NBA League Pass -
Mar 31
New York Knicks @ Houston Rockets 94-111 Aired on: NBC, Peacock, MSG -
Mar 29
Houston Rockets @ New Orleans Pelicans 134-102 Aired on: Space City Home Network, GCSEN, Pelicans.com, NBA League Pass
Streaming Services That Carry Houston Rockets Games
| Service | Price | Free Trial |
|---|---|---|
| Fubo | $73.99/mo | Free for 7 Days |
| Sling TV | $45.99/mo | No |
| Hulu with Live TV | $82.99/mo | Free for 3 Days |
| Fubo Elite | $89.99/mo | Free for 7 Days |
| YouTube TV | $82.99/mo | Free for 7 Days |
| Peacock | $7.99/mo | No |
| Prime Video | $$9/mo | No |
How Much Would It Cost to Watch Every Houston Rockets Game?
To cover every network carrying Houston Rockets games this season, you'd need 3 services:
Sling TV: $45.99/mo
But you don't need to pay all that. These services offer a free trial:
YouTube TV — free for 7 days
Hulu with Live TV — free for 3 days
That means you can watch Houston Rockets for 17 days for free by stacking free trials across these services.
The Cheapest Way to Watch Houston Rockets (Without Free Trials)
If you want to catch every Houston Rockets game and you're past the free trial window, the most affordable combination is 3 services at $53.98/mo:
- Peacock — $7.99/mo
- Sling TV — $45.99/mo
- Prime Video — $0.00/mo
That's still a lot cheaper than cable, and between these you'd have every network that carries Houston Rockets games covered.
Last updated: April 20, 2026