Lakers vs Rockets NBA Playoffs Game 6 schedule: Date, time, live stream, and more

The fourth-seeded Los Angeles Lakers head to Toyota Center with a 3-2 series lead, aiming to close out the fifth-seeded Houston Rockets and advance. Houston, buoyed by a resilient 99-93 Game 5 victory in LA, has new life at home and will look to force a decisive Game 7. 

LeBron James and the Lakers have controlled much of the series despite injuries and challenges, while the young Rockets, featuring Alperen Şengün and others, have shown fight, especially without Kevin Durant (who remains sidelined). 

Expect a hostile atmosphere in Houston as the Rockets push for an improbable comeback. Here is when and where to watch the Lakers vs Rockets in the first-round Game 6 live. 
Lakers vs Rockets NBA Playoffs Game 6 schedule: Date, time, live stream, and more
The Lakers and the Rockets are set to meet each other on Friday, May 1, 2026, at the Toyota Center in Houston at 9:30 PM ET.

Date: Friday, May 1, 2026
Time: 9:30 PM ET
Location: Toyota Center, Houston             

Lakers vs Rockets NBA Playoffs Game 6 live streaming and telecast details: Where to watch?

The Lakers vs Rockets NBA Playoffs Game 6 will be available on Amazon Prime Video and NBA League Pass.  

Live Broadcast: Amazon Prime Video
Live Stream: Peacock, NBA League Pass

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