JJ Redick talks ‘reconnection’ and fundamentals two days after ripping his team upon getting routed by the Rockets and losing Austin Reaves for four weeks.

With Houston's blowout 119-96 win over the Lakers on Thursday, the Rockets improved to 6-6 in Christmas Day games since the franchise relocated from San Diego in 1971. It was the first time Houston won on Dec. 25 since 2018, when James Harden dropped 41 points to lead the Rockets to a 113-109 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder.

The Los Angeles Lakers' run of blowout losses hit three on Christmas Day after they fell at home to the Houston Rockets, 119-96.

Luka Doncic calls for change after the Lakers’ Christmas Day loss, echoing JJ Redick’s concerns as defensive struggles continue.

The Los Angeles Lakers had a nightmare outing on Christmas; the Houston Rockets demolished them 119-96. This is the third consecutive loss for LA, and alarm bells are starting to sound. Having dealt with criticism in recent weeks,

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James prepares for his record 20th NBA Christmas Day game as LA hosts the Houston Rockets on Christmas day.

Homework didn't stop over the Christmas break for the children of Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick. Before Thursday's 119-96 loss to the Houston Rockets, Redick told reporters he and his wife asked their two sons to pen "persuasive essays" in order to receive their biggest gifts.

The Spurs earned a third victory over the defending champs in 13 days, while the Knicks staged a big rally and Houston routed the Lakers.