‘Reimagined’: Harris County officials approve $180M Toyota Center renovation ahead of return of Houston Comets
Read full article: ‘Reimagined’: Harris County officials approve $180M Toyota Center renovation ahead of return of Houston CometsA major transformation could soon be underway at Toyota Center, as a $180-million renovation plan is expected to go before officials for approval later today.
WWE brings Monday Night RAW to Toyota Center featuring “The Young OG” Je’Von Evans
Read full article: WWE brings Monday Night RAW to Toyota Center featuring “The Young OG” Je’Von EvansJe’Von Evans is proof that age is just a number in the WWE. The Houston Life team caught up with the high-flying Superstar — nicknamed “The Young OG of WWE” — ahead of Monday Night RAW at Toyota Center.
Fake Sweet 16 tickets warning issued ahead of games at Toyota Center in Houston
Read full article: Fake Sweet 16 tickets warning issued ahead of games at Toyota Center in HoustonSweet 16 games tip off in Houston tonight at Toyota Center, but officials are warning fans to be careful when buying tickets after reports of scams targeting last-minute buyers.
Astros Opening Day, Sweet 16 and Houston Open all happening today in Houston
Read full article: Astros Opening Day, Sweet 16 and Houston Open all happening today in HoustonIt’s one of the busiest sports days of the year in Houston, with three major events happening across the city on Thursday, bringing thousands of visitors, traffic concerns, and a major economic boost.
UH is heading back to the Sweet 16! Here’s what fans need to know before snagging their seats
Read full article: UH is heading back to the Sweet 16! Here’s what fans need to know before snagging their seatsThe Sweet 16 is just days away, and the Houston Cougars are set to take on the Illinois Fighting Illini at Toyota Center.
Jabari Smith Jr. scores 31 as Rockets steamroll Jazz in 125-105 win
Read full article: Jabari Smith Jr. scores 31 as Rockets steamroll Jazz in 125-105 winHouston hosted the Utah Jazz in a game that got out of hand quickly, as the Rockets held a double-digit lead through the entire second half and cruised to a 125-105 win.
CHASING DIRK: Kevin Durant passes Dirk Nowitzki to become the NBA’s 6th all-time leading scorer
Read full article: CHASING DIRK: Kevin Durant passes Dirk Nowitzki to become the NBA’s 6th all-time leading scorerHouston Rockets star Kevin Durant is on the brink of another historic milestone, and there’s a good chance he will reach it Sunday night.
Thompson scores late bucket in tied game, Rockets take down Harden’s Clippers in 115-113 thriller
Read full article: Thompson scores late bucket in tied game, Rockets take down Harden’s Clippers in 115-113 thrillerOn Thursday night, the Houston Rockets hosted the Los Angeles Clippers at the Toyota Center in Houston.
Thompson twins square off as Rockets host Pistons in first home game of NBA season
Read full article: Thompson twins square off as Rockets host Pistons in first home game of NBA seasonAfter more than five months, the Houston Rockets will return to the Toyota Center for their first home game of the 2025-26 NBA regular season.
Cirque du Soleil’s reimagined ‘OVO’ brings magic back to Houston’s Toyota Center
Read full article: Cirque du Soleil’s reimagined ‘OVO’ brings magic back to Houston’s Toyota CenterThe reimagined OVO, which means “egg” in Portuguese, will take the stage at Toyota Center from October 2–5, 2025. The show, first created 15 years ago, has been refreshed with new set designs, acrobatic acts, costumes, characters, and reinvented music.
Cirque du Soleil OVO returns to Houston, meet Kyle Cragle who has stretched his way to international stages
Read full article: Cirque du Soleil OVO returns to Houston, meet Kyle Cragle who has stretched his way to international stagesCirque du Soleil’s OVO is coming to the Toyota Center beginning October 2nd and one of its incredible performers is from right here in Houston! Kyle Cragle is the only Houstonian in the entire cast, and he joined us to share his journey from local talent to international star. Cirque du Soleil: OVO October 2 - October 5 Toyota Center - Houston
The Rockets still have picks in tomorrow’s NBA draft, but not really
Read full article: The Rockets still have picks in tomorrow’s NBA draft, but not reallyDespite shipping their two picks in the 2025 NBA Draft to the Phoenix Suns as part of the trade package for Kevin Durant, the Houston Rockets will still be hosting an NBA draft party at the Toyota Center.
Green scores 38 as Rockets even series with intense 109-94 win over Warriors
Read full article: Green scores 38 as Rockets even series with intense 109-94 win over WarriorsAfter dropping Game 1, the Rockets were desperate to pick up a home win before the series moved to the Bay Area. They did just that, cruising to a comfortable victory.
Rockets finish regular season with unimpactful loss vs. Nuggets
Read full article: Rockets finish regular season with unimpactful loss vs. NuggetsThe Houston Rockets have officially wrapped up the regular season! Next stop: playoff basketball, which is returning to Houston for the first time since the 2019-20 season.
Rockets clinch top 6 playoff seed, avoid play-in tournament with blowout win over Jazz
Read full article: Rockets clinch top 6 playoff seed, avoid play-in tournament with blowout win over JazzWith Wednesday night’s victory over the Utah Jazz, the Houston Rockets have clinched a top six seed in the NBA playoffs and avoided the play-in tournament.
Adams, Plumlee both ejected after fight during Rockets game vs. Suns
Read full article: Adams, Plumlee both ejected after fight during Rockets game vs. SunsTempers flared in the second quarter of Wednesday night’s game between the Houston Rockets and the Phoenix Suns, leading to a player from each team being ejected after a bodyslam on the court.
Spring Break in Houston: 8 exciting activities to make lasting memories
Read full article: Spring Break in Houston: 8 exciting activities to make lasting memoriesThis week Houston is celebrating Spring break and there are so many events happenings this week and weekend that you wouldn’t want to miss anything.
Comedian Matt Rife blows Houston away with surprise guest appearances during show at Toyota Center
Read full article: Comedian Matt Rife blows Houston away with surprise guest appearances during show at Toyota CenterThousands of Houstonians were pleasantly surprised to see Alief's own, Mo Amer perform at Matt Rife's show before introducing the fan-favorite comic on stage, where he was accompanied by The People's Champ himself, Paul Wall!
Rockets’ Amen Thompson to miss 10 to 14 days with left ankle sprain
Read full article: Rockets’ Amen Thompson to miss 10 to 14 days with left ankle sprainHouston Rockets emerging star Amen Thompson will be sidelined for multiple games after he suffered an ankle injury in Saturday night’s blowout win over the New Orleans Pelicans.
Rockets snap 6-game losing streak with gritty home win vs. Raptors
Read full article: Rockets snap 6-game losing streak with gritty home win vs. RaptorsThe Houston Rockets entered Sunday’s game against the Toronto Raptors in the middle of their worst skid of the season, and they managed to grind out a tough, low-scoring victory.
Green has 33 points, VanVleet's late steal helps Rockets hold on for 119-115 win over Lakers
Read full article: Green has 33 points, VanVleet's late steal helps Rockets hold on for 119-115 win over LakersJalen Green had 33 points and Fred VanVleet grabbed a key steal late to allow the Houston Rockets to hold on for a 119-115 win over the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday night.
Trans-Siberian Orchestra bringing “The Lost Christmas Eve” to Houston for holiday concert
Read full article: Trans-Siberian Orchestra bringing “The Lost Christmas Eve” to Houston for holiday concertThe very talented and popular band is bringing their spectacular holiday show to Houston this Thursday!
Donald Trump picks Houston billionaire Tilman Fertitta as ambassador to Italy
Read full article: Donald Trump picks Houston billionaire Tilman Fertitta as ambassador to ItalyPresident-elect Donald Trump announced Saturday he would nominate Houston billionaire hospitality mogul Tilman Fertitta to serve as U.S. ambassador to Italy.
Will Houston billionaire Tillman Fertitta become next ambassador to Italy? If so, here’s what that will mean
Read full article: Will Houston billionaire Tillman Fertitta become next ambassador to Italy? If so, here’s what that will meanRumor has it that business mogul and Houston Rockets owner, Tilman Fertitta, might soon be taking on a new role as the U.S. ambassador to Italy.
VanVleet has season-high 38 to lead Rockets to 119-116 win over Thunder
Read full article: VanVleet has season-high 38 to lead Rockets to 119-116 win over ThunderFred VanVleet had a season-high 38 points and Dillon Brooks made a go-ahead jump shot late to help the Houston Rockets to a 119-116 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder Sunday night.

50 Cent and Calvin Murphy chat ‘Houston Rockets & G-Unity Foundation Turkey Distribution’
Read full article: 50 Cent and Calvin Murphy chat ‘Houston Rockets & G-Unity Foundation Turkey Distribution’The Houston Rockets are ready give back as their ‘Season of Giving’ continues. See how the team is helping to support families and communities in need during the holiday season.
Jalen Green leads the way with 22 points in Houston's 128-108 win over Memphis
Read full article: Jalen Green leads the way with 22 points in Houston's 128-108 win over MemphisJalen Green scored 22 points and six other Houston players scored in double figures in the Rockets’ 128-108 win over the Memphis Grizzlies.
See what’s new for Rockets fans to experience at Toyota Center this season
Read full article: See what’s new for Rockets fans to experience at Toyota Center this seasonHouston Life’s Lauren Kelly is courtside with a sneak peek at the new upgrades to Toyota Center. From a new, high-tech scoreboard and control room, to lounge areas – she’s got your guide to the ultimate Rockets gameday experience.
Jalen Green and Alperen Sengun agree to contract extensions with Rockets, AP source says
Read full article: Jalen Green and Alperen Sengun agree to contract extensions with Rockets, AP source saysA person with knowledge of the details says Jalen Green has agreed to a three-year, $106 million contract extension with the Houston Rockets and Alperen Sengun has agreed to a five-year, $185 million extension.
Rockets on Fire: 10 Consecutive wins propel team towards Play-In Tournament
Read full article: Rockets on Fire: 10 Consecutive wins propel team towards Play-In TournamentEntering the month of March, the Rockets held a 25-34 record and were comfortably absent from playoff conversations in the competitive Western Conference. Roughly 30 days later, the squad sits at 37-35, having won 10 straight games and 12 of their last 13.
Pistons fall to Rockets 136-113 in first game since end of 28-game skid
Read full article: Pistons fall to Rockets 136-113 in first game since end of 28-game skidTwo nights after their NBA record-tying 28-game losing streak ended, the Detroit Pistons were blown out 136-113 on Monday night by the Houston Rockets.
Houston Rockets, G-Unity Foundation, Kroger provide Thanksgiving meals to families at Toyota Center
Read full article: Houston Rockets, G-Unity Foundation, Kroger provide Thanksgiving meals to families at Toyota CenterThe Houston Rockets teamed up with rapper 50 Cent’s charity G-Unity Foundation and several other organizations to help needy families this Thanksgiving season.
Houston mascots ride mechanical bull to announce exciting PBR event coming to Toyota Center
Read full article: Houston mascots ride mechanical bull to announce exciting PBR event coming to Toyota CenterIn honor of the Professional Bull Riders (PBR) coming to town for ‘Unleash The Beast,’ Orbit, Clutch and a few other mascot friends wanted to help spread the word!
Travis Scott expected to perform at first concert in Houston since Astroworld Tragedy, sources say
Read full article: Travis Scott expected to perform at first concert in Houston since Astroworld Tragedy, sources sayMissouri City native Travis Scott is expected to soon return to the stage for a concert in Houston after years of controversy following the deadly Astroworld tragedy that claimed the lives of 10 concertgoers.
Houston Rockets to hold Day of Service in Freedmen’s Town in celebration of Juneteenth
Read full article: Houston Rockets to hold Day of Service in Freedmen’s Town in celebration of JuneteenthIn appreciation of Juneteenth, the Houston Rockets and the Toyota Center will hold a company-wide Day of Service at Freedmen’s Town on Friday.
World Series champion Astros get visit from Lil Wayne ahead of his Houston concert Tuesday night
Read full article: World Series champion Astros get visit from Lil Wayne ahead of his Houston concert Tuesday nightGrammy Award-winning rapper Lil Wayne visited the World Series champion Houston Astros Tuesday night before their game against the San Francisco Giants.
1DAYHOUSTON: A day to set all differences aside and help your community
Read full article: 1DAYHOUSTON: A day to set all differences aside and help your community1DayHouston is bringing together 50,000 volunteers to serve the City of Houston. On KPRC 2+ we learn more about the organization and your chance to serve.
‘DRAKE - RESCHEDULED’: It’s All A Blur tour makes major changes for Houston show
Read full article: ‘DRAKE - RESCHEDULED’: It’s All A Blur tour makes major changes for Houston showChampagne Papi and The Saint Laurent Don are heading to H-TOWN this year, however, the duo made some changes to ensure their #1 fans have the chance to see them live.
The Killers postpones Houston show at Toyota Center due to ‘unforseen circumstances’
Read full article: The Killers postpones Houston show at Toyota Center due to ‘unforseen circumstances’Popular rock band The Killers postponed their Houston show less than 24 hours before their scheduled performance at the Toyota Center Saturday night.
‘Unspeakable’ challenge: H-Town’s own YouTuber to fill Toyota Center with 2 million balls in first-ever live show
Read full article: ‘Unspeakable’ challenge: H-Town’s own YouTuber to fill Toyota Center with 2 million balls in first-ever live showH-Town’s very own YouTuber “Unspeakable” has a goal on Jan. 21: turn the Toyota Center into a massive ball pit. It’s said to be the most extreme challenge yet.
🔒 VIP tickets and more are up for grabs in this Trans-Siberian Orchestra sweepstakes
Read full article: 🔒 VIP tickets and more are up for grabs in this Trans-Siberian Orchestra sweepstakesIf you’re ready to rock this holiday season, this is the sweepstakes for you. KPRC 2 Insiders have a chance to win VIP tickets to see the Trans-Siberian Orchestra’s 2022 Winter Tour. The multi-platinum, progressive rock group is performing at the Toyota Center on Dec. 29.
50 Cent celebrity Houston weekend
Read full article: 50 Cent celebrity Houston weekendMonday at 3:00 p.m. on Houston Life, artist 50 Cent now calls Houston home. Over the weekend his celebrity friends were in town for a party. At 3:00 p.m. you’ll hear our interview with 50 Cent from the floor of the Toyota Center basketball court.
Bruce Springsteen, E Street Band coming to Toyota Center on Valentine’s Day 2023; Tickets go on sale this month
Read full article: Bruce Springsteen, E Street Band coming to Toyota Center on Valentine’s Day 2023; Tickets go on sale this monthBruce Springsteen and The E Street Band will kick off their 2023 international tour with 31 performances across the United States, with a stop in Houston at the Toyota Center on February 14, 2023.
Rockets decline Jae’Sean Tate’s team option, but that could be good news for him and Houston
Read full article: Rockets decline Jae’Sean Tate’s team option, but that could be good news for him and HoustonThe Houston Rockets have declined forward Jae’Sean Tate’s $1.8 million team option, which sets up Tate to become a restricted free agent, a league source confirmed to KPRC 2.
School graduations being held at Toyota Center; Concerns over proximity to NRA meeting, protests
Read full article: School graduations being held at Toyota Center; Concerns over proximity to NRA meeting, protestsFort Bend Independent School District holds high school commencement ceremonies in busy downtown Houston close to the National Rifle Association convention and protests.
Take mom to see Michael Bublé for Mother’s Day!
Read full article: Take mom to see Michael Bublé for Mother’s Day!Great news Bublé fans! The Grammy Award-winning, multi-platinum superstar entertainer Michael Bublé will be back on the road with his brand new “Higher Tour” and is coming to Toyota Center on Sept. 13.
🔒 Insiders: Enter to win free tickets to upcoming Houston Rockets games at the Toyota Center
Read full article: 🔒 Insiders: Enter to win free tickets to upcoming Houston Rockets games at the Toyota CenterRockets fans, here’s your chance to watch our Houston Rockets at the Toyota Center for free. The Rockets have given us tickets to FOUR upcoming games to give away to Insiders!
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New Kids On the Block bringing the right stuff to Houston next summer for new ‘MIXTAPE 2022′ tour
Read full article: New Kids On the Block bringing the right stuff to Houston next summer for new ‘MIXTAPE 2022′ tourThe iconic band just announced that they are hitting the road again with a stop at Houston's Toyota Center on May 19th, 2022.
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Simone Biles’ ‘Gold Over America’ tour to make stop at Toyota Center
Read full article: Simone Biles’ ‘Gold Over America’ tour to make stop at Toyota CenterOlympic gold medalist Simone Biles and 12 other Olympians and gymnasts will embark on a 35-city “Gold Over America Tour,” with a stop at Houston’s Toyota Center.
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Harry Styles implementing COVID-19 safety protocols for ‘Love On Tour’ concert entry, including Houston show
Read full article: Harry Styles implementing COVID-19 safety protocols for ‘Love On Tour’ concert entry, including Houston showHarry Styles fans wishing to attend the Grammy Award-winning artist’s upcoming “Love On Tour” will be required to present proof of a full COVID-19 vaccination or negative COVID-19 test to enter the concert.
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Former Houston Rockets CEO Tad Brown named HBSE CEO, re-unites with 76ers’ Daryl Morey
Read full article: Former Houston Rockets CEO Tad Brown named HBSE CEO, re-unites with 76ers’ Daryl MoreyThere will be a Houston Rockets reunion in Philadelphia sports leadership with Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment (HBSE) announcing Tad Brown as their new CEO, meaning he’ll oversee properties including both the the Philadelphia 76ers of the NBA and the New Jersey Devils of the NHL, as well as the Prudential Center.
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Coby White scores 24, Bulls hand Rockets 8th straight loss
Read full article: Coby White scores 24, Bulls hand Rockets 8th straight lossHOUSTON, TEXAS - FEBRUARY 22: Coby White #0 of the Chicago Bulls shoots a lay up ahead of P.J. Tucker #17 of the Houston Rockets during the third quarter of a game at the Toyota Center on February 22, 2021 in Houston, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. During that second burst, Houston missed four shots, two of which were air balls, and had a turnover. Rockets: Oladipo missed his fourth straight game.
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The Houston Rockets and Second Servings of Houston hosting “Thanksgiving’s On Us” food distribution
Read full article: The Houston Rockets and Second Servings of Houston hosting “Thanksgiving’s On Us” food distributionHOUSTON – The Houston Rockets and Second Servings of Houston are hosting a “Thanksgiving’s On Us” food distribution tomorrow, just outside of the Toyota Center at 1317 Austin Street. There’s an increased number of families affected by food insecurity and hunger. This marks the third food distribution between the Houston Rockets and Second Servings of Houston. Those interested in donating to help Houstonians in need this Thanksgiving can text SERVINGS to 50155. All donations will go toward Second Servings’ mission to fight hunger and reduce food waste in Houston.
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The Houston Rockets and Second Servings of Houston hosting “Thanksgiving’s On Us” food distribution | HOUSTON LIFE | KPRC 2
Read full article: The Houston Rockets and Second Servings of Houston hosting “Thanksgiving’s On Us” food distribution | HOUSTON LIFE | KPRC 2The Houston Rockets and Second Servings of Houston hosting “Thanksgiving’s On Us” food distribution | HOUSTON LIFE | KPRC 2Published: November 18, 2020, 5:11 pmThe Houston Rockets and Second Servings of Houston are hosting a “Thanksgiving’s On Us” food distribution tomorrow, right outside of the Toyota Center. This contactless event is free, and open to the public from 10am – 12pm.
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