Snag a seat to these must-see games and sports events around Houston from Monday, December 5 to Sunday, December 11, 2022.
This week, basketball takes center court as the top-ranked Coogs look to defend their home against visiting opponents, the Rockets welcome back familiar faces, and Shaq spins records at a Friday night concert.
Of course, World Cup action continues, so if you’re looking for spots to catch the 2022 World Cup, we’ve got you covered with a guide to some of the best soccer pubs and bars in town carrying every minute.
Want to dig deeper on sports happening around H-Town? Find more games and live sports happening all month long in the 365 Houston calendar.
Top 5 Games & Sports Events in Houston This Week
- Houston Rockets vs. Philadelphia 76ers at Toyota Center | Monday, December 5 – The beard is back in town, along with a couple other familiar faces, as Jalen and the young Rockets look to show them what they’re missing in Clutch City. $20 and up. 7pm.
- College Basketball: Houston Cougars vs. North Florida at Fertitta Center | Tuesday, December 6 – The No. 1 ranked college basketball team in the country is hosting North Florida. $15 and up, but you may find cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork. 7pm.
- Shaq’s Bass All Stars at Rise Rooftop | Friday, December 9 – NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal comes to Midtown to hit the decks as DJ Diesel, along with special guests Kill the Noise, GG Magree and Solton. $50. 10pm.
- College Basketball: Houston Cougars vs. Alabama Crimson Tide at Fertitta Center | Saturday, December 10 – It’s going to be red on red as the Coogs face their stiffest test of the season thus far when the Top 15 Alabama rolls through campus. Tickets are sold out at the venue, but you may find hard-to-get seats using the TicketNetwork online marketplace. 2pm.
- Houston Rockets vs. Milwaukee Bucks at Toyota Center | Sunday, December 11 – Giannis Antetokounmpo, the Greek freak, and his Bucks will face off with the young bucks on our Houston Rockets. $20 and up. 6pm.
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