Charlotte Hornets @ Houston Rockets
24-28, 13-15 Away
109
24-28, 13-15 Away
31-19, 17-6 Home
99
31-19, 17-6 Home
Matchups
Game Information
Houston, TX
Referee:Ed Malloy
Referee:Dedric Taylor
Referee:John Conley
2025-26 Standings
Eastern Conference
| Southeast | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | 40 | 32 | .556 | - | W2 |
| Orlando | 38 | 33 | .535 | 1.5 | L5 |
| Miami | 38 | 34 | .528 | 2 | L5 |
| Charlotte | 37 | 34 | .521 | 2.5 | W3 |
| Washington | 16 | 55 | .225 | 23.5 | L16 |
Western Conference
| Southwest | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio | 54 | 18 | .750 | - | W6 |
| Houston | 43 | 28 | .606 | 10.5 | L1 |
| New Orleans | 25 | 47 | .347 | 29 | L1 |
| Memphis | 24 | 47 | .338 | 29.5 | L3 |
| Dallas | 23 | 49 | .319 | 31 | L4 |
NBA News
Stephen A. sounds off on Josh Hart for defending Mikal Bridges
Stephen A. Smith doesn't hold back as he lights into Josh Hart for defending Mikal Bridges.
2h
Stephen A.: 'We've never seen LeBron James as a third option'
Stephen A. Smith says LeBron James deserves credit for his leadership on the Lakers and embracing the change to his role.
2h
Stephen A.: Victor Wembanyama is special
Stephen A. Smith offers his takeaways from Victor Wembanyama's postgame news conference Monday night.
2h
