NBA Betting Preview: Rockets vs Suns
The Houston Rockets tip off against the Phoenix Suns in this NBA clash. Our betting preview features expert NBA predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, player stats, team news and confirmed starting lineups.
Bet on a Higher Total than the Line Suggests
The Overs is sticking out like a sore thumb considering the line for the Rockets and the Suns is set at 219.5. We’re expecting a bigger total and -110 is available.
Rockets Have Won 8 Out of 10 on the H2H
Houston Rockets have won their previous six games. A 117-116 triumph recently occurred on the road at Chase Center when playing Golden State Warriors. Kevin Durant led the way with 31 points, while Alperen Sengun added 24 and Jabari Smith chipped in 23.
Phoenix Suns won their last game 120-110. This was a road victory at United Center against Chicago Bulls. Offensively, Devin Booker led the way, scoring 30, while Jalen Green added 25 and Dillon Brooks 15.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The Rockets won the last matchup between the pair. Enjoying a 100-97 triumph when facing the Suns at Toyota Center. The Rockets have won seven on the spin against the Suns. They’ve also claimed 8 victories in the past 10 head-to-head matchups.
Rockets
49
29
0.628
114.8
110
4.8
28-10
21-19
9-6
27-22
8-2
6W
Suns
43
35
0.551
112.9
111.3
1.6
24-15
19-20
10-6
27-21
4-6
1W
Houston Rockets – Last 10 Games
The Rockets have 8 wins and 2 losses in the past 10 games. They are averaging 121.2 points, 47.0 rebounds, 30.7 assists, 7.3 steals and 6.2 blocks while shooting 50.1% from the field and 78.0% from the free-throw line. The opposition have averaged 109.9 points and 40.9 rebounds per matchup.
Kevin Durant is averaging 26.9 points and 6.9 assists, while Alperen Sengun averages 8.5 rebounds and Reed Sheppard 3.8 (45.2%) 3-pointers made.
Phoenix Suns – Last 10 Games
The Suns have won 4 and lost 6 of their previous 10 contests. Averaging 115.5 points, 42.9 rebounds, 26.3 assists, 9.1 steals and 4.6 blocks per game while shooting 45.8% from the field and 72.6% from the free-throw line. Their opponents average 111.4 points and 42.7 rebounds.
Devin Booker is averaging 26.5 points and 5.9 assists, while Oso Ighodaro has an average of 7.1 rebounds and Collin Gillespie 2.9 (34.5%) 3-pointers made.
Houston Rockets vs Phoenix Suns Prediction & Picks
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Game Prediction
You can get -110 that there are Over 219.5 points and there’s lots of juice in those odds. The two teams should be able to keep the score ticking for our pick to win.
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Key Rockets vs Suns stats:
The 219.5 line has been covered in 9 of the last 10 Rockets games on the road.The 219.5 line has been covered in 4 of the last 5 Rockets games.The 219.5 line has been covered in the last 3 Rockets games.The 219.5 line has been covered in the last 6 Suns games.The 219.5 line has been covered in 7 of the last 10 Suns games.The 219.5 line has been covered in 13 of the last 20 Suns games.Over 219.5 Probability
According to the top sportsbooks, there’s a 52.4% likelihood of our pick delivering a return. After careful examination, our analysts calculate this probability to be closer to 60%. It is therefore regarded as a value bet.
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Player Prop Picks
Kevin Durant (Rockets) has recorded Over 4.5 assists in 5 of the past 5 games. The line is attractive when it comes to betting on Player Assists and you can get -161 that he is able to land a return.
Latest Kevin Durant Player Prop Odds
Kevin Durant (Rockets) has averaged 29.2 points in the past 5 games on the road. He looks like a solid bet to cover the Player Points line and you’re able to back this pick at odds of -106.
Latest Kevin Durant Player Prop Odds
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Correct Score Prediction
We’re expecting a close game so it might be worth going for the Rockets to win by a 113-110 scoreline. You can get a huge price and we should hopefully get a run for our money.
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Houston Rockets vs Phoenix Suns Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
Little Between the Two Teams According to the Books
You can back Phoenix Suns at -106 to win against Houston Rockets, with the latter trading at -110. According to the sportsbooks, the probability of the road team winning this NBA game is 52%.
There is a spread of 1 and total points has a line of 219.5. The Totals offers basketball bettors an alternative way of getting involved. If you’re going for Over 219.5, then the odds are -110.
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Betting Lines & Odds
Moneyline
Point Spread
Total Points
Devin Booker Favorite to Get the Most Buckets
Devin Booker is the favorite to score most points. Odds of -106 can be found for him scoring Over 26.5 points and there is -120 for him to go Under.
Player Points
Devin Booker (Suns)
Kevin Durant (Rockets)
Player Assists
Devin Booker (Suns)
Kevin Durant (Rockets)
Player Rebounds
Kevin Durant (Rockets)
Devin Booker (Suns)
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Mortgage Matchup Center
Rockets Have Won Last Three Head-to-Head Meetings at Mortgage Matchup Center
The Suns own a 5-5 mark in their past 10 home games, posting 108.50 points per contest while yielding 105.90.
The Rockets have put together three straight wins on the road. They own a 5-5 mark in their past 10 games away from home, scoring 115.60 points per contest and conceding 118.40.
When the teams last met at Mortgage Matchup Center, the Rockets beat the Suns 114-92. Across 10 head-to-head clashes at Mortgage Matchup Center, the Suns have posted six victories, while the Rockets have managed four.
Phoenix Suns Home Stats
5-5
214.40
108.50
105.90
4
6
Houston Rockets Away Stats
5-5
234.00
115.60
118.40
9
1
W-L = Wins-Losses
P = Avg. Points
PF = Avg. Points For
PA = Avg. Points Against
O219.5 = Games Over 219.5 Points
U219.5 = Games Under 219.5 Points
Team Stats
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Houston Rockets Stats
Phoenix Suns Stats
8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 games
5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games
5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 home games
-1 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 games
-1 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 games on the road
+1 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 games
+1 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 home games
Game Totals: An average of 231.10 pts in the previous 10 games
Game Totals on the Road: An average of 234.00 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
Over 219.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
Over 219.5 on the Road: Covered in 9 of the previous 10 games on the road
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 121.20 pts and allowed 109.90 pts in the last 10 games
Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 115.60 pts and allowed 118.40 pts in the last 10 games on the road
Game Totals: An average of 226.90 pts in the previous 10 games
Game Totals at Home: An average of 214.40 pts in the previous 10 home games
Over 219.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
Over 219.5 at Home: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 home games
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 115.50 pts and allowed 111.40 pts in the last 10 games
Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 108.50 pts and allowed 105.90 pts in the last 10 home games
Last 10 Games
2-Pointers Made: 30.40 (56%)
3-Pointers Made: 14.10 (40%)
Free Throws Made: 18.10 (78.02%)
Rebounds: Total 47, Offensive 12.90, Defensive 34.10
Assists: 30.70
Blocks: 6.20
Steals: 7.30
Turnovers : 12.70
Personal Fouls: 15.70
Last 10 Games on the Road
2-Pointers Made: 33.30 (57%)
3-Pointers Made: 10.40 (32%)
Free Throws Made: 17.80 (77.39%)
Rebounds: Total 47.7, Offensive 14.60, Defensive 33.10
Assists: 26.70
Blocks: 6.60
Steals: 7.10
Turnovers : 14.00
Personal Fouls: 17.30
Last 10 Games
2-Pointers Made: 27.80 (53%)
3-Pointers Made: 15.10 (36%)
Free Throws Made: 14.60 (72.64%)
Rebounds: Total 42.9, Offensive 13.50, Defensive 29.40
Assists: 26.30
Blocks: 4.60
Steals: 9.10
Turnovers : 12.00
Personal Fouls: 21.20
Last 10 Home Games
2-Pointers Made: 23.00 (53%)
3-Pointers Made: 15.90 (36%)
Free Throws Made: 14.80 (74.75%)
Rebounds: Total 42.7, Offensive 13.30, Defensive 29.40
Assists: 23.50
Blocks: 4.80
Steals: 8.10
Turnovers : 11.20
Personal Fouls: 19.20
Starting Lineups
Both teams’ confirmed lineups will be published ahead of tip-off. There is also the chance to look at the lineups from the previous 10 games.
Expert Analysis by Elijah Jackson
Senior NBA Analyst
About the Analyst
Elijah Jackson is a Senior NBA Analyst and Head of the Basketball Editorial Betting Panel with 10+ years of experience, specialising in roster evaluation and efficiency-based analysis to uncover value across NBA markets.
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