Tip-off is at 9:30 PM ET on NBCSN and Peacock.

On Monday night, the Houston Rockets hosted the Los Angeles Lakers in a matchup to determine the third place crown in the Western Conference — at least for tonight.

The Houston Rockets have announced an update on Alperen Sengun before Friday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans.

During his time suiting up for the Rockets, Christopher wore only jersey No. 9 and put up 6.9 points, 1.9 rebounds, and 1.6 assists per game.

Lakers coach JJ Redick praised the defensive adjustments and improvements his team made in the second half of their win over the Rockets.

On Wednesday evening, the Houston Rockets will host the Los Angeles Lakers in Texas. The Rockets are coming off a 100-92 loss to the Lakers (also at home) on Monday. Alperen Sengun did not play in the game.

Despite all of the noise about Reed Sheppard not starting for the Houston Rockets this season, it's most important that he closes games for Houston.

Rockets star Kevin Durant discusses the Michael Jordan legacy and NBA Scoring list after bold 40,000-point take.