Nuggets vs. Rockets: Game Time and How to Watch on November 9, 2026

Verified November 10, 2026, at 1:05 a.m. UTC

The Denver Nuggets are scheduled to visit the Houston Rockets on Monday, November 9, at 7:30 p.m. Central Standard Time in Houston (CST, UTC−06:00), at Toyota Center. That is 8:30 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST, UTC−05:00) and 1:30 a.m. UTC on November 10. At the time of verification, the scheduled tipoff was still ahead.

Houston’s official schedule lists Space City Home Network (SCHN) and SCHN+ for the game. Fans outside the teams’ local markets can check NBA League Pass, subject to availability and blackout rules. The teams are also scheduled to meet in Denver on November 20, with Prime Video listed for that game.

Destaques

• November 9 tipoff: 7:30 p.m. CST in Houston, or 8:30 p.m. EST.
• Houston’s schedule lists SCHN and SCHN+; check your location and subscription before tipoff.
• League Pass is an option for eligible out-of-market viewers, but local and national restrictions can apply.
• The November 20 rematch is scheduled for 8:00 p.m. Mountain Standard Time in Denver and is listed on Prime Video.

What time is Nuggets vs. Rockets on November 9?

The game is scheduled for Monday, November 9, 2026, at Toyota Center in Houston. The Rockets’ schedule lists 7:30 p.m. CST, while the Nuggets’ game page lists the equivalent 6:30 p.m. Mountain Standard Time (MST, UTC−07:00). Both teams’ listings point to the same start: 8:30 p.m. EST, 5:30 p.m. Pacific Standard Time (PST, UTC−08:00), or 1:30 a.m. UTC on Tuesday, November 10.

Use the Rockets’ official schedule or the Nuggets’ game details to check for a late change. Schedules can display times in different zones, so check the date, venue, and zone label before setting a reminder.

Where can I watch Nuggets vs. Rockets in the United States?

For the November 9 game, Houston’s schedule identifies SCHN and SCHN+ as its viewing options. SCHN is a regional sports network; SCHN+ is its streaming service. The Rockets say SCHN+ is available in Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, Oklahoma, and specified New Mexico counties. Eligibility, programming, and subscription terms should be checked for your address before buying. See the team’s SCHN+ announcement for the service area.

Denver-area viewers should consult the Nuggets’ viewing guide and their television provider’s game listing for the applicable local feed. Channel placement and streaming access depend on the provider and package. A listing for one city does not guarantee access in another.

For viewers outside the local markets, the NBA describes League Pass as a way to watch eligible out-of-market games. Before subscribing, check the game listing and your location: local blackout restrictions can apply, and nationally distributed games have separate availability rules. League Pass is not a blanket guarantee of live access to every Nuggets or Rockets game.

How can I check the right stream before tipoff?

1. Open the game on the NBA schedule or either team’s official schedule and confirm that it is the November 9 game in Houston.
2. Check the listed broadcaster against your ZIP code, provider, and subscription. If using League Pass, check the game’s availability while signed in.
3. Open the appropriate app or channel ahead of tipoff and verify that your device is supported and your subscription is active.
4. Recheck the listing on game day if the start time or network changes.

The NBA says its Tap to Watch feature links fans from NBA and participating team platforms to available broadcasts. It can help locate the right service, though access can still require a subscription and depend on location.

When is the next Rockets vs. Nuggets game?

The return meeting is scheduled for Friday, November 20, at Ball Arena in Denver. Denver lists an 8:00 p.m. MST start, which is 9:00 p.m. CST, 10:00 p.m. EST, and 3:00 a.m. UTC on November 21. The Nuggets’ viewing guide lists Prime Video for the game, and Houston’s schedule also identifies Prime Video. The game is part of NBA Cup group play, according to Altitude’s Nuggets broadcast schedule.

That rematch has a different date, venue, start time, and listed national streaming destination from the November 9 game. If you plan to watch both, check each game separately rather than assuming the same channel or subscription will carry both. Availability and schedules can change, so confirm the listing again closer to November 20.

FAQ

Is the November 9 Nuggets vs. Rockets game on SCHN+?

Houston’s official schedule lists SCHN and SCHN+ for the game. Check the service’s territory and subscription requirements for your location.

Can I watch the game on NBA League Pass?

Eligible out-of-market viewers may be able to watch on League Pass. Check the game in your account first because blackout and national broadcast restrictions can apply.

What time is the November 20 rematch?

It is scheduled for 8:00 p.m. MST in Denver, equivalent to 10:00 p.m. EST and 3:00 a.m. UTC on November 21. Prime Video is listed as the broadcaster.