PREVIEW: The San Antonio Spurs (30-13) visit the Houston Rockets (25-15) on January 20, 2026 , with both teams looking to extend winning streaks in a Southwest Division matchup. The Rockets enter as 4-point favorites , though this Texas showdown features intriguing contrasts in team construction and momentum. San Antonio boasts elite rim defense (ranked 1st in shots attacking the rim allowed) and solid rebounding on the defensive end (2nd), while Houston counters with league-leading offensive rebounding at 33.3% . The Spurs' defensive discipline and rebounding prowess will be tested against a Houston team that specializes in capitalizing on second opportunities. The Rockets operate without a true point guard after Fred VanVleet suffered a torn ACL in September, forcing a committee approach , a situation that has created offensive stagnation at times. Houston's offensive struggles are evident in their 28th-ranked tempo, 28th-ranked ball movement, and league-worst 3-point volume at just 34% , painting a picture of a team searching for consistency. Meanwhile, the Spurs face their second consecutive game on the road, where their shooting efficiency drops from 49% at home to 45.8% away . With Steven Adams sidelined and Tari Eason questionable , both squads will be dealing with depth concerns heading into tip-off.