The Houston Rockets haven't played on Christmas Day since 2019. That will change this year, as the Rockets are scheduled to square off with the Lakers.
NBA fans know that a Christmas Day game is a big deal. The league showcases its best and brightest on the annual holiday. So, the Rockets should take this as a nod. The league is acknowledging their arrival:
But they should have a challenge in front of them.
If you've been living under a rock, the Lakers have Luka Doncic on their roster.
The trade was heard around the world.