Losing could turn into winning for the Rockets as they participate in the annual NBA Lottery. There’s also the Astros, who leave Washington, DC for a series at Boston against a Red Sox team that finds itself in an unusual position.
Sunday: After flirting with a no-hitter in his last start, Justin Verlander gets the call for the Astros in the series finale at the Nationals beginning at 12:35pm. AT&T Sportsnet Southwest starts coverage with the pregame show at 12:00pm.
Monday: The last leg of the Astros’ east coast swing takes them to Fenway Park where they’ll face a Red Sox team currently lagging in last place in the American League East. AT&T Sportsnet Southwest starts coverage with the pregame show at 5:30pm, leading into the first pitch at 6:10pm.
Tuesday: Ping pong balls take center stage as the Rockets participate in the annual NBA Draft Lottery. Owners of the worst record in the Association, Houston stands a 14% chance at gaining the first overall pick of the draft, which occurs in late June. ESPN will have the event live at 7:00pm.
Prior to the lottery, local fans can enjoy the Astros facing the Red Sox in the second game of their series. AT&T Sportsnet Southwest will have coverage at 5:30pm with the pregame show that leads into the 6:00pm start. The game will also be carried live on TBS as its Tuesday Night Baseball feature game.
