Houston Rockets aim for strong start in upcoming home games against Mavericks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 2:54 AM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026
The Houston Rockets will open their season with two home games against the Dallas Mavericks on October 21 and October 23. Houston is favored in these matchups, having secured wins in both home games during last season's rivalry. Both teams’ point guards, Fred VanVleet for Houston and Kyrie Irving for Dallas, are returning from ACL injuries, adding intrigue to the matchups. The Mavericks, now coached by Dusty May, face pressure to adapt quickly under new leadership. A strong start for Houston could provide valuable momentum for the remainder of the season.
- •Rockets open season against Mavericks at the Toyota Center
- •First game scheduled for October 21, second for October 23
- •Both teams feature returning point guards from injuries
- •Houston won both previous home matchups last season
- •Mavericks hired Dusty May as head coach in June
- 2:54 AMYahoo Sports — The Houston Rockets Can Start the Upcoming Season With Two Win
"The Houston Rockets play their first two games at home against the Dallas Mavericks. Can the Rockets start with a 2-0 record?
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