The Houston Rockets will finish up a home-and-home series with the Pelicans on Tuesday in New Orleans, and if you’re looking to do some last-minute betting research, you’re in luck! We have the latest point spread, money line odds and over/under number, as well as all the information you need to make the best bets at Tipico Sportsbook.
The Rockets-Pelicans game tips at 7 p.m. CST and can be viewed or streamed via AT&T SportsNet Southwest and NBA League Pass.
The Rockets were beaten by 13 points in Sunday’s game at Houston, thanks largely to a playmaking masterclass by Brandon Ingram (33 points, 12 assists). With the win, the Pelicans moved into the No. 10 spot in the Western Conference, which currently gives them the final spot in the West play-in tournament for the 2022 NBA playoffs.
Between the play-in tournament stakes and three straight wins overall, New Orleans enters Tuesday with plenty of momentum and incentive.
Thus, Houston knows it will need a much stronger effort on Tuesday — particularly on defense and with 3-point shooting — to turn the tables in a quick rematch on the road. Unfortunately, they appear likely to still be without “3&D” wing specialist Eric Gordon due to ongoing plantar fasciitis in his left heel, according to head coach Stephen Silas.
That could lead to more minutes for rookie guard Josh Christopher, who has had a strong run of play in recent games.
Rockets rookie guard Josh Christopher continues to look like a steal for Houston (24th overall). He's averaging 12.8 PTS + 2.8 AST in 20.5 MIN over his last 5, shooting 65% from 2 + 35% from 3. Shifty and powerful with the ball @ 6-5. Showed his shot creation last night vs NOLA. pic.twitter.com/4XK4h8C4nC
— Mike Schmitz (@Mike_Schmitz) February 7, 2022