NBA basketball game between the Houston Rockets and the New York Knicks at the Toyota Center.
The Houston Rockets take on the New York Knicks at the Toyota Center on Monday, December 14, 2026. It's a regular-season matchup that brings the Knicks into town for a night of basketball in downtown Houston.
For those who follow the league, this is a cross-conference clash that puts the Rockets' home-court advantage against a New York team traveling in from the East. It's the kind of game that usually draws a good crowd to the Toyota Center, with the home side looking to defend their court and the Knicks fighting to hold their own on the road. If you've been keeping up with the season, you know how these matchups can swing a team's momentum early in the year.
The game tips off at 7:30 PM CST, so it's a weekday evening that fits right into a normal Monday night. If you're planning to get there early, the doors open at 6:00 PM, which gives you plenty of time to find your seats and settle in before the first whistle. Whether you're a die-hard Rockets fan or just looking for a night of NBA basketball, it's a straightforward way to spend a Monday in the city.
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Between the 6:00 PM doors and the 7:30 PM tip-off, you've got a good window to beat the rush and get your bearings. The game is at the Toyota Center in Houston, and it's scheduled for Monday, December 14, 2026, starting at 7:30 PM.
