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Feb 27, 2024, 9:41 am ET in NBA
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Rockets vs Thunder Prediction: Odds Favor OKC Victory

In our latest Rockets vs Thunder prediction, the Oklahoma City Thunder, on a five-game win streak and favored at -487 in the NBA odds, host the Houston Rockets. With the Rockets 12th in the West and holding a 25-32 record, this Western Conference matchup is set for excitement.

The game tips off at 10:00 ET at Paycom Center, Oklahoma City. The Thunder is a 10-point favorite, highlighting their recent form. An over/under line of 235 points hints at a high-scoring game ahead. As both teams prepare to face off, this game promises to be a crucial juncture in their season trajectories, offering a glimpse into their potential NBA playoff fates.

Rockets vs Thunder Prediction: Betting Preview

Houston Rockets

In the Western Conference standings, the Rockets are currently in 12th place with a record of 25-32. In the Southwest Division, they are in 3rd place. Rockets are 5-22 this season and have an ATS record of 9-17. As the underdog, they are 11-27 straight-up and 17-20 against the spread.

This season, Houston has been the underdog in 38 of their 57 games. In those games, they have a scoring differential of -4 points per game. As the underdog, their ATS record on the road is 4-0.

The Rockets’ O/U record for the season is 26-31, and the under has hit in their last two games. On average, their games have seen 226.3 points scored, and today’s O/U line is set at 235.

Houston has not fared well overall in the NBA team rankings, and is coming off a 123-110 loss to the same rival: Thunder. In that game, they were 6.5-point underdogs and had an ATS loss. The O/U line for that game was 234 points. That’s why this Rockets vs Thunder prediction is kinda easy to anticipate.

On the season, the Rockets are averaging 113.1 points per game, which is 21st in the NBA. When playing on the road, they are averaging 111.0 points per game.

So far, Houston has outscored the NBA scoring average in just 36.8% of their games. In terms of pace, they are 13th in the league at 99.4 possessions per game.

When it comes to three-point shooting, the Rockets are 26th in three-point percentage at 35%. They are also 27th in field goal percentage overall at 45%.

On the season, the Rockets are giving up 113.1 points per game, which is 12th in the NBA. However, on the road, they have struggled a bit, allowing 117.3 points per contest, which is 18th in the league.

One area where Houston has been strong defensively is on the glass, as they are 4th in rebounds per game. They have also done a good job of contesting shots, ranking 5th in field goal percentage allowed (46.1%).

Over their last five games, the Rockets have given up 116.8 points per game. During that stretch, opponents have shot 46.9% from the field and 37.3% from three-point range.

Oklahoma City Thunder

In Thunder games this season, the average over/under line has been 233.9, which is slightly lower than today’s line of 235. Overall, their games have averaged 234.8 points per game.

Oklahoma City has an O/U record of 32-24-1 this season. In games with higher over/under lines than today’s (27), the Thunder have gone 18-8-1. Analyze this NBA scores and matchups is so important to have a clear view before place your bets.

The Thunder are currently on a five-game winning streak and have covered the spread in each of those games. At home, they are 20-9 ATS and have an average scoring margin of +11.6 points per game.

Against the spread, Oklahoma City is 37-20 for the season, and they are 26-15 ATS as the favorite. Today, they are favored by 10 points. In the Western Conference, the Thunder are in 2nd place with a record of 40-17.

In their last game, the Thunder beat the Rockets by a score of 123-110. The O/U line for that game was 234 points, and OKC was favored by 6.5 points going into the game.

When playing at home, the Thunder have been one of the most potent offenses in the league, averaging 124.0 points per game (2nd). Overall, they are 3rd in scoring at 121.5 points per game.

So far this season, the Thunder have outscored the NBA scores average in 70.2% of their games. In terms of pace, they are 11th in the league at 99.8 possessions per game.

Oklahoma City has been one of the most efficient three-point shooting teams in the league, connecting on 39% of their attempts (1st). Overall, they are 2nd in field goal percentage at 50%.

When it comes to scoring, the Thunder have been a middle-of-the-pack team this season, ranking 13th in points allowed per game at 113.3. That number doesn’t change much when they are at home, as they are giving up 112.4 points per game at Chesapeake Energy Arena.

One area where Oklahoma City has excelled is in the shot-blocking department, ranking 1st in the NBA at 6.8 blocks per contest. They have also been very good at defending inside the arc, allowing opponents to shoot just 51.4% on two-point attempts.

Over their last five games, the Thunder have been even better on the defensive end, ranking 3rd in field goal percentage allowed at 43.9%.

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Rockets vs Thunder Odds

  • ML: HOU +368 | OKC -487
  • SPREAD: HOU +10 | OKC -10
  • TOTAL: 235

Betting Picks

  • OVER/UNDER: Over 235 -112
  • ML: Thunder -487
  • ATS: Thunder -10

Rockets vs Thunder Game Information

  • Game: Houston Rockets vs. Oklahoma City Thunder
  • Location: Paycom Center, Oklahoma City OK
  • Date: Tuesday, February 27th 10:00 ET
  • LiveStream: LiveSports.watch

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