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Orlando Magic at Houston Rockets odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Orlando Magic at Houston Rockets odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Orlando Magic (46-32) visit the Houston Rockets (38-40) Tuesday night. Tip from Toyota Center is set for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Magic vs. Rockets odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Magic lead 1-0

The Magic got back in the win column with a 113-98 win over the Chicago Bulls Sunday to cover as 7.5-point home favorites. F Paolo Banchero scored a team-high 24 points, and 5 Magic players scored in double figures. Orlando shot 46.7% from the field in the win.

Houston has lost 5 games in a row after falling 147-136 in overtime to the Dallas Mavericks Sunday and failing to cover as a 9-point road underdog. F Dillon Brooks scored a team-high 29 points on 5-of-6 shooting from 3, and G Fred VanVleet had a double-double with 24 points and 12 assists. Seven Rockets players scored in double figures as the team shot 49.5% from the field in the loss.

Magic at Rockets odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:50 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Magic -140 (bet $140 to win $100) | Rockets +115 (bet $100 to win $115)
Against the spread (ATS): Magic -2.5 (-110) | Rockets +2.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 215.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Magic at Rockets key injuries

Magic

F Jonathan Isaac (back) questionable
F Franz Wagner (ankle) questionable

Rockets

C Alperen Sengun (ankle) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Magic at Rockets picks and predictions

Prediction

Magic 117, Rockets 110

Moneyline

PASS.

The odds are better on Orlando (-140) to cover the spread.

Against the spread

BET MAGIC -2.5 (-110).

Orlando is 4-1 in its last 5 games and has covered the spread in 3 of its last 5. It is also 50-28 ATS this season. It faces a Rockets team that has lost 5 games in a row and has failed to cover in 5 of its last 6. The Rockets are just 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games as underdogs and 0-3 straight up/ATS in their last 3 at home.

Over/Under

BET OVER 215.5 (-110).

While the Magic are 3-7 to the Over in their last 10 games, they have scored 113 or more points in 4 of their last 5 and 112 or more in 6 of their last 10.

Houston has hit the Over, and allowed 113 or more points, in 8 of its last 10 games. It has also scored 110 or more points in 6 of its last 10 games, including 127 or more 4 times over that span.

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Houston Rockets at Dallas Mavericks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Houston Rockets at Dallas Mavericks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Houston Rockets (38-39) pay a visit to the Dallas Mavericks (47-30) Sunday. Tip-off from American Airlines Center is set for 3:30 p.m. ET (NBA TV). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Rockets vs. Mavericks odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Dallas leads 2-1

Houston suffered a 119-104 home loss vs. the Miami Heat Friday and failed to cover as a 3-point road underdog. The Rockets allowed the Heat to shoot 49.4% from the field, while only shooting 37.8% from the field themselves in the loss. The loss was Houston’s 4th in a row after it ran off 11 wins in a row.

Dallas came away with a 108-106 win over the Golden State Warriors Friday, covering as a 1-point home favorite. F P.J. Washington hit the go-ahead bucket late to lift the Mavericks, who won despite missing G Luka Doncic because of a sore knee. The Mavericks have won back-to-back games, 9 of 10 and 13 of 15.

Rockets at Mavericks odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 10:44 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Rockets +235 (bet $100 to win $235) | Mavericks -290 (bet $290 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Rockets +7 (-110) | Mavericks -7 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 226.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Rockets at Mavericks key injuries

Rockets

G Amen Thompson (ankle, finger) probable

Mavericks

G Luka Doncic (knee) questionable
F Maxi Kleber (back) questionable
C Dereck Lively (knee) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Rockets at Mavericks picks and predictions

Prediction

Mavericks 114, Rockets 104

Moneyline

PASS.

The Mavericks will pick up the win, but they are not worth the risk of betting on as -290 favorites. Back the spread and/or total instead.

Against the spread

BET MAVERICKS -7 (-110).

Dallas has covered the spread in back-to-back games and is 7-1 ATS in its last 8 outings, while the Rockets are only 1-4 ATS in their last 5. The Mavs have also covered in 2 of their last 3 matchups vs. the Rockets and are 6-4 ATS in the last 10 of the series, dating back to January 2022.

Plus, the Mavericks are 3-1 ATS in their last 4 home meetings vs. the Rockets.

Be aware that if Doncic doesn’t play, this becomes a riskier bet.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 226.5 (-110).

The Under is 3-0 in the Mavericks’ last 3 games and is 9-1 in their last 10. The Under has also hit in 6 of the last 9 matchups between these squads.

The Under has been the much safer play for Dallas this season at 43-34.

However, be warned. The Over has been a dominant 8-2 in Houston’s last 10 games.

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Miami Heat at Houston Rockets odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Miami Heat at Houston Rockets odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Houston Rockets (38-38) welcome the Miami Heat (42-34) to the Toyota Center Friday. Tip is set for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Heat vs. Rockets odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Heat lead 1-0 after a 120-113 home win on Jan. 8 as a 4-point favorite

Houston has lost 3 straight games going 1-2 against the spread (ATS). It is coming off a 133-110 home loss to the Golden State Warriors Thursday as a 3-point underdog. The Rockets are 43-32-1 ATS on the season. They are led by G Jalen Green, who is averaging 19.9 points per game (PPG).

The Heat lost to the Philadelphia 76ers 109-105 Thursday, failing to cover as a 2.5-point home favorite. They are 4-3 straight up and 3-3-1 ATS over their last 7 games. Miami is 36-38-2 ATS on the season. It is led by F Jimmy Butler, who is averaging 20.9 PPG.

Heat at Rockets odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:26 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Heat -144 (bet $144 to win $100) | Rockets +122 (bet $100 to win $122)
Against the spread (ATS): Heat -2.5 (-112) | Rockets +2.5 (-108)
Over/Under (O/U): 215 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Heat at Rockets key injuries

Heat

Not yet submitted

Rockets

Not yet submitted

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Heat at Rockets picks and predictions

Prediction

Heat 110, Rockets 107

Moneyline

BET HEAT (-144).

Miami is the healthier side and has more to play for. It sits 7th in the Eastern Conference and, with a late-season run, could finish 6th and avoid playing Milwaukee or Boston in the 1st round and the play-in tournament. The Heat have won 3 of their last 4 and have won 4 of their last 5 on the road. They should have more fire to come out on top.

The Rockets were among the hottest teams in the NBA, but have lost 3 straight. While their 11-game win streak was impressive, it was largely against non-playoff teams. The Heat are hot while the Rockets have cooled off, losing 3 straight all to teams in playoff contention.

The Heat are the better side and, at these odds, give good value to win outright. Back HEAT (-144).

Against the spread

PASS.

While there is some value on the Heat’s spread, this should be a close battle, and taking them to win outright is the better wager.

Over/Under

LEAN OVER 215 (-110).

The Heat have gone Over in 4 straight games, scoring at least 109 in 3 of those and scoring 119 or more in 2 of the 4. Miami has allowed 107 or more in 2 of its last 3 as well.

The Rockets are 9-2 O/U in their last 11 games. They have scored at least 106 points in all but 1 of those games. Houston ranks 14th in pace and has a plethora of young talent that should want to push the tempo.

Back OVER 215 (-110).

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Golden State Warriors at Houston Rockets odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Golden State Warriors at Houston Rockets odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Houston Rockets (38-37) welcome the Golden State Warriors (41-34) to the Toyota Center Thursday. Tip is set for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Warriors vs. Rockets odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Warriors lead 2-0

The Warriors have won both of the season series, but are 1-1 against the spread (ATS). Golden State won 106-95 in the Oct. 29 matchup in Houston, covering as a 7-point favorite.

The Rockets lost to the Minnesota Timberwolves 113-106 Tuesday, covering as a 7.5-point road underdog. Their 11-game winning streak was snapped on Sunday and they have now lost 2 in a row. Houston has failed to cover 2 of its last 3 and is 43-31-1 ATS on the season.

This is a huge game as the Warriors sit 10th in the Western Conference and the Rockets sit 11th. Golden State has won 5 in a row and is coming off a 104-100 home victory over the Dallas Mavericks Tuesday, covering as a 1-point favorite. They are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 and are 40-33-2 ATS on the season.

Warriors at Rockets odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Wednesday at 11:52 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Warriors -180 (bet $180 to win $100) | Rockets +152 (bet $100 to win $152)
Against the spread (ATS): Warriors -4 (-110) | Rockets +4 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 227 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Warriors at Rockets key injuries

Warriors

F Jonathan Kuminga (knee) questionable
G Gary Payton II (ankle) probable

Rockets

Not yet submitted

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Warriors at Rockets picks and predictions

Prediction

Warriors 116, Rockets 109

Moneyline

PASS.

Golden State has a veteran team and knows it needs to win this game; however, at -180, it isn’t worth backing on the moneyline.

Against the spread

BET WARRIORS -4 (-110).

The Rockets have lost 2 in a row and have failed to cover in 2 of their last 3. Houston’s win streak was primarily against non-playoff teams. In its last 3 games against contending teams, it is 1-2 with that lone win having been in overtime.

The Warriors have won 5 straight games, 4 of which have been on the road and 2 of which have been against strong Eastern Conference opponents in Orlando and Miami. Golden State is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 and 7-5 ATS in its last 12.

With F Draymond Green playing at a high level again, expect the Warriors to start clicking as the playoffs near. Take WARRIORS -4 (-110).

Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 227 (-110).

The Warriors have gone Under in 5 of their last 7 games, and behind players like Green and G Klay Thompson, they have had a perennially good defense. The Warriors have allowed 100 or fewer points in 4 of their last 5 games.

The Rockets have gone Under in 2 of their last 5 games, but have tallied 107 or fewer in 3 straight games and have immensely cooled off since scoring 127 or more in 3 straight games from March 16-21.

Given Golden State’s ceiling defensively and the Rockets recent offensive struggles, back UNDER 227 (-110).

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Houston Rockets at Minnesota Timberwolves odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Houston Rockets at Minnesota Timberwolves odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Houston Rockets (38-36) are on the road Tuesday to take on the Minnesota Timberwolves (51-23). Tip-off is at 8 p.m. ET at Target Center. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Rockets vs. Timberwolves odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Timberwolves lead 2-0

The Rockets have been red-hot, but are coming off a 125-107 home loss to the Dallas Mavericks as 4-point underdogs which snapped an 11-game winning streak. They have won 13 of their last 15 games overall. They are 11th in the West, 2 games behind Golden State for the final play-in seed.

The Timberwolves are also coming off a loss, 109-101 to the Chicago Bulls as 8.5-point home favorites on Sunday which snapped a 4-game winning streak. They are 7-2 in their last 9 games. They are 3rd in the West, but only trail 1st-place Oklahoma City by a game.

Rockets at Timberwolves odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:27 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Rockets +230 (bet $100 to win $230) | Timberwolves -300 (bet $300 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Rockets +7.5 (-115) | Timberwolves -7.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 215.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Rockets at Timberwolves key injuries

Rockets

None to report

Timberwolves

G Jaylen Clark (Achilles) out
C Karl-Anthony Towns (knee) out

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Rockets at Timberwolves picks and predictions

Prediction

Timberwolves 111, Rockets 102

Moneyline

The Rockets are 11-1 in their last 12 and 13-2 in their last 15 games, but of those 13 wins, only 3 came against teams with winning records. They have won 7 straight road games, but are still only 12-24 on the road.

The T-wolves are 26-10 at home and have beaten Houston twice this season by double digits. Expect Minnesota to win but don’t waste your money on a -300 bet.

PASS.

Against the spread

The Rockets have been a good ATS bet all season at 42-31-1 ATS overall. But they failed to score 100 points in either game against Minnesota, losing by 11 and and 27 points.

The Timberwolves are 7-3 ATS over their last 10 games. Six of their last 7 wins have been by at least 8 points.

BET TIMBERWOLVES -7.5 (-105).

Over/Under

Minnesota has allowed 100 or fewer points in 5 of their last 10 games. Houston has not reached 100 points in either meeting this season.

The T-wolves’ last 5 games have not reached 216 total points.

BET UNDER 215.5 (-110).

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Dallas Mavericks at Houston Rockets odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Dallas Mavericks at Houston Rockets odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Houston Rockets (38-35) welcome the Dallas Mavericks (44-29) to the Toyota Center Sunday. Tip is set for 7 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Mavericks vs. Rockets odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Tied 1-1.

Both teams are 1-1 straight up and against the spread (ATS) on the season series.

The Rockets have won 11 straight games, covering in 9 of them. They are coming off a 101-100 road win over the Utah Jazz Friday, failing to cover as an 8-point favorite. Houston is 42-30-1 ATS on the season and has scored at least 127 points in 4 of its last 6 games. The Rockets are led in scoring by C Alperen Sengun, who is out with an ankle injury.

The Mavericks have also been one of the hottest teams in the NBA, winning 6 in a row and covering in 5 of them. They are coming off a 107-103 road win over the Sacramento Kings, covering as a 1-point favorite Friday. Dallas is 10-1 straight up and ATS in its last 11 games. It is led by G Luka Doncic, who is averaging 33.8 points per game.

Mavericks at Rockets odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:40 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Mavericks -136 (bet $136 to win $100) | Rockets +116 (bet $100 to win $116)
Against the spread (ATS): Mavericks -2.5 (-112) | Rockets +2.5 (-108)
Over/Under (O/U): 230.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

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Mavericks at Rockets key injuries

Mavericks

G Luka Doncic (knee) questionable
G Josh Green (ankle) out

Rockets

C Tari Eason (tibia) out
C Alperen Sengun (ankle) out
F Cam Whitmore (knee) questionable

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Mavericks at Rockets picks and predictions

Prediction

Mavericks 117, Rockets 112

Moneyline

PASS.

The Mavericks have been just as hot as the Rockets and should have a size advantage with Houston down many key big men. Dallas should be able to come out on top, and the better value is on the spread, not the moneyline.

Against the spread

BET MAVERICKS -2.5 (-112).

Dallas has covered in 8 of its last 10 games on the road and in 3 straight away games. It has covered as a road favorite in 4 of its last 5. While the Rockets have also been on fire, they haven’t taken down many quality opponents.

They are 2-1 ATS but 1-2 straight up in their last 3 home games as an underdog. Houston will be down its leading scorer with its 2 other top-3 options shooting under 43% from the field. Against 2 better, more efficient guards, this will be a tough matchup for the Rockets.

Take MAVERICKS -2.5 (-112).

Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 230.5 (-112).

The Rockets have gone Under in 2 of their last 3 games while the Mavericks have gone Under in 6 in a row.

The Rockets are 34-38-1 O/U on the season. Dallas has strengthened its defense and has allowed 107 or fewer in all 6 games, holding 2 of its last 4 opponents to Under 100. The Mavs are 33-40 O/U on the season.

Given the season-long and recent trends for both teams, take UNDER 230.5 (-112).

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Houston Rockets at Utah Jazz odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Houston Rockets at Utah Jazz odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Utah Jazz (29-44) welcome the Houston Rockets (37-35) to the Delta Center Friday. Tip is set for 9:30 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Rockets vs. Jazz odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Rockets lead 2-0

The Jazz are 0-2 straight up against Houston this season, but they are 1-1 against the spread (ATS). Most recently (Saturday), the Rockets beat Utah 147-119 with Houston closing as a 10.5-point favorite.

The Jazz are coming off a 118-111 home loss to the San Antonio Spurs Wednesday, failing to cover as 4-point favorites. They have lost 7 straight and are just 1-6 ATS over that stretch. Utah is 37-36 ATS on the season. It is led by F Lauri Markkanen, who is averaging 23.2 points per game.

The Rockets have been 1 of the hottest teams in the NBA, winning 10 straight games and covering in 9 of them. They are coming off a 132-126 overtime road win over the Oklahoma City Thunder, a team that sits tied for 2nd in the Western Conference. Houston is 42-29-1 ATS on the season. It is led by C Alperen Sengun, who is averaging 21.1 PPG.

Rockets at Jazz odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:10 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Rockets -275 (bet $275 to win $100) | Jazz +225 (bet $100 to win $225)
Against the spread (ATS): Rockets -7 (-110) | Jazz +7 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 229.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Rockets at Jazz key injuries

Rockets

C Alperen Sengun (ankle) out
F Cam Whitmore (knee) out

Jazz

G Jordan Clarkson (back) out
F Johnny Juzang (back) questionable
F Lauri Markkanen (shoulder) questionable

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Rockets at Jazz picks and predictions

Prediction

Rockets 121, Jazz 112

Moneyline

PASS.

Utah has lost 7 straight, 4 of those at home. The Rockets (-275) are among the hottest teams in the NBA, riding a 10-game win streak. While Houston is the favorite, at -275, it isn’t worth a play on the moneyline.

Against the spread

BET ROCKETS -7 (-110).

Houston has been on a tear, and it hasn’t mattered who it has faced. The Rockets are 2-1 ATS in their last 3 games as road favorites and 6-1 ATS in their last 7 games as favorites.

The Jazz will be without their 3rd option offensively and are are 1-5 ATS in their last 6 games as underdogs. Utah is 2-8 ATS in its last 10. That said, even without Sengun, 5 other Rockets average north of 12 PPG, so the scoring and firepower should be there to win and cover on the road.

Back ROCKETS -7 (-110).

Over/Under

LEAN OVER 229.5 (-110).

The Rockets have gone Over in 6 of their last 7 games, scoring at least 127 in 5 of them. The Jazz are no stranger to scoring either, having gone Over in 2 of their last 3. They are 39-32-2 O/U on the season.

Utah has tallied at least 110 in 2 of its last 3 and scored at least 111 points in 7 of its last 13 games. With both teams in the top half of the league in pace, expect a high-tempo and high-scoring battle.

Take OVER 229.5 (-110).

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Houston Rockets at Oklahoma City Thunder odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Houston Rockets at Oklahoma City Thunder odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Houston Rockets (36-35) travel to meet the Oklahoma City Thunder (50-21) Wednesday. Tip-off at the Paycom Center is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Rockets vs. Thunder odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Thunder lead 2-1; OKC has covered 2 of the 3 meetings with the Under going 2-0-1

The Rockets enter on a season-high 9-game win streak while covering 6 in a row and 12 of the past 13 contests. The Under cashed against Portland last time out in a 110-92 win, but the Over is on a 5-1 run for Houston.

The Thunder eased by the New Orleans Pelicans 119-112 on the road Tuesday night and now face the quick turnaround with a home game against the red-hot Rockets. While OKC has won 5 of the past 6 outings, it is just 3-8 against the spread (ATS) in the previous 11 contests. The Under is 3-1 in the past 4 games for the Thunder.

Oklahoma City is 6-4 straight up (SU) and ATS in the 2nd end of a back-to-back while cashing the Over at an 8-2 clip this season with no rest.

Rockets at Thunder odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:15 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Rockets +215 (bet $100 to win $215) | Thunder -260 (bet $260 to win $100)
Against the spread: Rockets +6.5 (-110) | Thunder -6.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 232 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Rockets at Thunder key injuries

Rockets

C Alperen Sengun (ankle) out
F Cam Whitemore (knee) out

Thunder

(Not yet submitted — below was for Tuesday’s game)

None

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Rockets at Thunder picks and predictions

Prediction

Thunder 120, Rockets 116

Moneyline

The Thunder (-260) will cost you nearly 3 times your potential return, but that’s quite expensive since the Rockets (+215) have been red hot, and OKC is playing in the 2nd end of a back-to-back against another playoff-caliber team.

PASS, and look to the spread instead.

Against the spread

The ROCKETS +6.5 (-110) are a solid play on the road. Houston has been red hot lately, winning 9 in a row, while covering at a blistering 12-1 ATS pace.

The Thunder -6.5 (-110) have also been winning, posting a 5-1 SU mark in the past 6 games, but Oklahoma City is just 3-8 ATS in the previous 11 outings.

Over/Under

OVER 231 (-110) is worth a look here.

The Over is an amazing 8-2 in 10 games this season when the Thunder are playing on no rest. There is risk, as the Under is 5-1 in the past 6 games at home, including the most recent meeting with Houston (Feb. 27).

However, the total has gone high at a 3-3 clip for the Thunder in the past 6 games, while the Rockets have hit the Over in 5 of the past 6 contests.

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Portland Trail Blazers at Houston Rockets odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Portland Trail Blazers at Houston Rockets odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Portland Trail Blazers (19-52) visit the Houston Rockets (35-35) on Monday. Tip from Toyota Center is set for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Trail Blazers vs. Rockets odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Tied 1-1

Portland has lost 6 games in a row after falling 114-111 against the Denver Nuggets on Saturday while covering as a 10.5-point home underdog. C Duop Reath scored a game-high 24 points while 6 Portland players scored in double figures. The Trail Blazers shot 46.2% from the field in the loss.

Houston has won 8 games in a row after knocking off the Utah Jazz 147-119 on Saturday to cover as a 10.5-point home favorite. G Jalen Green scored a game-high 41 points on 7-of-11 from 3 while G Fred VanVleet added 34 on 10-of-15 from 3. The Rockets shot 55.7% from the field and 55.1% from beyond the arc in the win.

Trail Blazers at Rockets odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 6:47 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Trail Blazers +500 (bet $100 to win $500) | Rockets -700 (bet $700 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Trail Blazers +12.5 (-115) | Rockets -12.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 221.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Trail Blazers at Rockets key injuries

Trail Blazers

C Deandre Ayton (elbow) questionable
G Malcolm Brogdon (elbow) out
F Jerami Grant (hamstring) doubtful
G Anfernee Simons (knee) questionable
G Matisse Thybulle (ankle) questionable
C Robert Williams III (knee) out

Rockets

C Alperen Sengun (ankle) out
F Jabari Smith Jr. (suspension) out
F Cam Whitmore (knee) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Trail Blazers at Rockets picks and predictions

Prediction

Rockets 121, Trail Blazers 107

Moneyline

PASS.

There is no value on the Rockets (-700), who are 9-1 in their last 10 games and 25-11 at home, to beat the Trail Blazers (+500), who are 2-8 in their last 10 and 8-25 on the road.

Against the spread

BET ROCKETS -12.5 (-105).

The Rockets are 9-1 ATS in their last 10 games, including 5-0 ATS in their last 5 games, 6-1 ATS as favorites in their last 7, and 6-0 ATS in their last 6 games at home. Portland has failed to cover in 4 of its last 6 games as a double-digit underdog.

Over/Under

BET OVER 221.5 (-115).

Portland is has a 7-2 Over record in its last 9 games and has hit the Over in 5 straight games. The Blazers have scored 111 or more points in each of their last 2 games while giving up 110 or more in 8 of their last 10.

Houston has also hit the Over in 7 of its last 10 games including its last 5 in a row as well. It has scored at least 127 points in 3 straight games and 116 or more points in 7 of its last 9.

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Utah Jazz at Houston Rockets odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Utah Jazz at Houston Rockets odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Utah Jazz (29-41) visit the Houston Rockets (34-35) Saturday night. Tip from Toyota Center is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Jazz vs. Rockets odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Rockets lead 1-0.

Utah has lost 4 games in a row after falling 113-97 against the Minnesota Timberwolves Thursday and failing to cover as 14.5-point road underdogs. F Lauri Markkanen scored a team-high 21 points while 5 total Utah players scored in double figures. The Jazz shot 45.8% from the floor in the loss.

Houston has won 7 games in a row after knocking off the Chicago Bulls 127-117 Thursday and covering as a 3.5-point home favorite. G Jalen Green scored a team-high 26 points while 6 Houston players scored in double figures. The Rockets shot 50.5% from the field in the win.

Jazz at Rockets odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:40 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Jazz +450 (bet $100 to win $450) | Rockets -650 (bet $650 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Jazz +11.5 (-115) | Rockets -11.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 228.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Jazz at Rockets key injuries

Jazz

G Jordan Clarkson (groin) out
F John Collins (face) questionable
F Lauri Markkanen (quadriceps) out

Rockets

C Alperen Sengun (ankle) out
F Cam Whitmore (knee) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Jazz at Rockets picks and predictions

Prediction

Rockets 124, Jazz 109

Moneyline

PASS.

There is no value on the Rockets (-650), who have won 7 straight, to beat the Jazz, who have lost 4 in a row.

Against the spread

BET ROCKETS -11.5 (-105).

With the Jazz being without Markkanen, Saturday’s matchup will be an uphill battle. 3 of their last 6 losses have come by 12 or more points including on Thursday when Markkanen was in the lineup. Each of Houston’s last 4 wins have come by double digits and 5 of their last 6 double digit wins have been by at least 13 points. With the Rockets trending up and the Jazz trending down, expect the Rockets to have their way on Saturday. Houston is 9-1 against the spread (ATS) in its last 10 games.

Over/Under

BET OVER 228.5 (-105).

The Rockets have scored at least 117 in each of their last 4 games including 127 or more in 3 of them. They have also allowed 114 or more in 3 of their last 4. Houston has hit the Over in each of their last 4 games. Utah has allowed 114 or more in 9 of its last 10 games. Expect Houston to carry the load Saturday.

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