Rockets vs Spurs Prediction and Odds
Rockets vs Spurs Prediction and Odds:The Houston Rockets are expected to win this game against the San Antonio Spurs as per the bookmakers and stats.
The Houston Rockets are gearing up for a preseason showdown against the San Antonio Spurs at the AT&T Center tonight. The Rockets have kicked off their preseason campaign impressively with two consecutive victories. In their most recent game, they dominated the New Orleans Pelicans, winning by a commanding score of 120-87. On the other hand, the Spurs rebounded in their last game, having lost their first game, and managed to secure a 120-104 victory over the Miami Heat.
Houston Rockets
The Houston Rockets showed a slight improvement over their previous season’s performance, but they still have a considerable journey ahead to become competitive in the upcoming playoff race. In the 2022-23 NBA regular season, the Rockets finished with a 22-60 record, landing them in the 14th spot in the Western Conference. Their playoff aspirations were definitively crushed on March 7, 2023, when they experienced a 96-118 defeat at the hands of the Brooklyn Nets.
San Antonio Spurs
The San Antonio Spurs had an exceptionally challenging season in 2022-23, marked by struggles from the outset. Their performance was notably disappointing, culminating in a regular season finish with just 22 wins and 60 losses. This positioned them at the bottom of the Western Conference standings. For the fourth consecutive season, the Spurs fell short of securing a playoff berth.
Offense
- Throughout the 2022-23 NBA regular season, the Houston Rockets posted an average of 110.7 points per game. They struggled with their shooting efficiency, recording a field goal conversion rate of 45.7%, a three-point shooting success rate of 32.7%, and a free-throw accuracy of 75.4%. The Rockets found themselves ranked 27th in offensive performance, as indicated by an Adjusted Offensive Rating of 111.0.
- In the 2022-23 NBA regular season, the Oklahoma City Thunder maintained an average scoring rate of 117.5 points per game. They showcased their shooting skills with a 46.5% field goal conversion rate, a 35.6% success rate from beyond the three-point arc, and an 80.9% free-throw shooting accuracy. The Thunder held the 19th spot in offensive rankings, as reflected by their Adjusted Offensive Rating of 114.4.
Defense
- The Houston Rockets’ defensive performance in the 2022-23 NBA season witnessed their opponents averaging 118.6 points per game. The opposing teams displayed strong shooting skills, boasting a 48.2% field goal conversion rate and a 37.4% success rate from three-point range. In terms of rebounding, the Rockets averaged 41.5 rebounds per game and also tallied averages of 8.8 steals and 6.2 blocks per game. Houston was ranked 29th in the defensive rankings with an Adjusted Defensive Rating of 119.0.
- Throughout the season, the San Antonio Spurs’ opponents played with an average of 123.1 points per game against them. They permitted a 50.7% field goal shooting efficiency and a 39.1% success rate from beyond the three-point line. In the rebounding department, the Spurs secured an average of 45.0 rebounds per game and maintained averages of 8.1 steals and 5.3 blocks per game. The Spurs held the lowest position in defensive rankings with an Adjusted Defensive Rating of 119.8.
Houston Rockets is favored to win by a majority of the bookmakers. The latest odds and prediction for the game are:
Moneyline
- Houston Rockets: -190
- San Antonio Spurs: +155
Point Spread
- Houston Rockets: -4 (-118)
- San Antonio Spurs: +4.5 (-112)
Odds
- Houston Rockets: 1.49
- San Antonio Spurs: 2.46
These two NBA teams have faced each other 211 times. The San Antonio Spurs hold the advantage with 117 wins, while the Houston Rockets have secured 94 victories.
In the most recent five meetings between the teams, the Spurs emerged victorious in three games, and the Rockets claimed two wins. The most recent encounter occurred in the previous season on March 5, 2023, when the Houston Rockets won convincingly with a score of 142-110.
Head-to-Head Key Highlights: Last 5 Meetings
- The Number of Home Games won by the San Antonio Spurs: 1
- The Number of Away Games won by the Houston Rockets: 1
- The Average Number of Total Points scored: 236.6
- The Average Number of Points scored by the San Antonio Spurs: 117.0
- The Average Number of Points scored by the Houston Rockets: 119.6
Houston Rockets
Jalen Green (Shooting Guard)
Kevin Porter Jr. (Shooting Guard)
Alperen Sengun (Center)
San Antonio Spurs
Keldon Johnson (Small Forward)
Devin Vassell (Shooting Guard)
Devonte’ Graham (Point Guard)
Both of these teams are setting their sights on an improved performance in the upcoming regular season, hoping to put their forgettable NBA 2022-23 campaigns behind them. The Houston Rockets have been excellent in their first two preseason games, and the Spurs are also riding a wave of confidence after defeating the runners-up from last season. This sets the stage for what promises to be an exciting and highly-anticipated contest.
