Thunder vs Rockets Prediction and Odds
Thunder vs Rockets Prediction and Odds:The OKC Thunder are expected to win this game as per the bookmakers and stats.
The OKC Thunder (24-26) have a good chance of improving their away record when they meet the Houston Rockets (12-38) in the upcoming NBA matchup. The Thunder need a solid winning streak to improve their chances of finishing the regular season in the top 6 of the Western Conference. They are currently in the 11th positon. Oklahoma faced a 120-128 defeat to the Golden State Warriors in the last game.
The Houston Rockets are coming off a 117-114 win against the Detroit Pistons. But it has been a difficult campaign for them till now. The Rockets are currently in the last position of the Western Conference. Houston will look to avoid their third consecutive home defeat when they host the Thunder at Toyota Center in the next fixture.
The OKC Thunder have won 4 of the last 5 away fixtures.
The wins came against the likes of the Denver Nuggets, Brooklyn Nets, Chicago Bulls, and Philadelphia 76ers. They lost to the Sacramento Kings. The Thunder have won 9 out of 24 away games in the current season.
In the last 5 away games
- The OKC Thunder have scored 116.6 points per game.
- The OKC Thunderhave conceded 108.6 points per game.
- Number of games that ended with a difference of 3 points or less: 1
- Number of games that ended with a difference of 4-10 points: 2
The Houston Rockets have won 1 of the last 5 home fixtures.
The Rockets won against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The defeats came against teams like the Cleveland Cavaliers, Washington Wizards, Charlotte Hornets, and Minnesota Timberwolves. Houston has a home record of 7-17 as of now.
In the last 5 home games
- The Houston Rockets have scored 106.0 points per game.
- The Houston Rockets have conceded 112.2 points per game.
- Number of games that ended with a difference of 3 points or less: 0
- Number of games that ended with a difference of 4-10 points: 4
The OKC Thunder have looked good in the recent away matchups.
Attack
The OKC Thunder have played with a scoring rate of 116.9 points per game this season. In shooting, their success rate is currently at 46.9% in field goals, 36.3% in 3-pointers, and 79.5% in free throws. The Thunder rank 19 in the offense with an Adjusted Offensive Rating of 113.6.
The Houston Rockets have maintained a very low average of 109.6 points per game so far. They shot 45.0% from the field and 32.7% from the 3-point line. The success rate in free throws stands at 75.1%. The Rockets are the lowest-ranked side in the offense with an Adjusted Offensive Rating of 109.3.
The OKC Thunder have been better at offense than the Houston Rockets.
Defense
The OKC Thunder are giving away 115.9 points per game. They played with an average of 44.1 rebounds per game. The average number of steals and the average number of blocks are currently at 8.1 and 5.0 respectively. With an Adjusted Defensive Rating of 112.6, the Thunder are given the rank of 7 in the offense
The Houston Rockets have been conceding 117.1 points per game. They maintained an average of 46.8 rebounds, with 7.2 steals and 4.8 blocks per game. The Rockets have the 3rd-best defense with an Adjusted Defensive Rating of 117.0.
The OKC Thunder are clearly ahead in the defense as well.
Spread
- Houston Rockets: +5 (-119)
- OKC Thunder: -5 (-119)
Moneyline
- Houston Rockets: +160
- OKC Thunder: -227
Win Probability
- Houston Rockets: 34%
- OKC Thunder: 66%
Can the Thunder bounce back in the upcoming matchup?
Another stellar show by Shai-Gilgeous Alexander went in vain as the Thunder lost their last game to the Golden State Warriors. The Thunder were put under pressure by Curry and Thompson and the duo helped the Warriors secure a 15-point lead at halftime. Oklahoma fought back in the second half. They reduced the deficit to just 2 points in the fourth quarter before Golden State extended its lead with the help of Curry’s 3-pointer. Oklahoma faced an 8-point loss in the end.
Shai-Gilgeous Alexander looked in excellent touch again and scored 31 points with 4 rebounds and 7 assists. Josh Giddey played well too and added 21 points, 8 rebounds, and 6 assists.
Are the Rockets good enough to target an impactful winning streak?
It was the contest between the two lowest-ranked teams from both conferences when the Houston Rockets locked horned horns with the Detroit Pistons. The Rockets were playing without some key players like Jalen Green and Alperen Sengun. But they made sure to hand a home defeat to the Pistons. Major credit for the victory goes to Houston’s defense. The Rockets outrebounded the Pistons 48-35. They also outscored the hosts 70-42 in the paint.
Eric Gordon was the top performer for the Rockets as finished the game with 24 points and 7 assists. Tari Eason scored 16 points with 10 rebounds.
Both these teams have met 231 times in the regular season of the NBA. The battle looks close as the OKC Thunder are slightly ahead with 117 wins, while the Houston Rockets won 114 matchups.
If we check out the last 5 meetings, 4 games were won by the Rockets and 1 by the Thunder. The previous clash took place in the current season on 26 November 2022. The Houston Rockets won that game with a score of 118-105.
Head-to-Head: Key Highlights (Last 5 Meetings)
- The Houston Rockets hosted 3 games and won all of them.
- Average Number of Total Points scored: 208.6
- Average Number of Points scored by the Houston Rockets: 109.4
- Average Number of Points scored by the OKC Thunder: 99.2
Houston Rockets
Jalen Green (Shooting Guard)
Green’s participation in the next game is subject to fitness.
Alperen Sengun (Center)
Sengun’s participation in the next game is subject to fitness.
Eric Gordon (Shooting Guard)
Oklahoma City Thunder
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (Point Guard)
Josh Giddey (Shooting Guard)
Jalen Williams (Forward)
Willaims’ participation in the next game is subject to fitness.
- The OKC Thunder had a better campaign than the Houston Rockets
- Offensive Advantage: Thunder
- Defensive Advantage: Thunder
- Overall: Advantage: Thunder
The OKC Thunder won’t like to miss this chance of a solid away win against the lowest-ranked side of the Western Conference. On the other hand, the Houston Rockets will hope for the availability of Green and Sengun. The defense needs to have a solid plan to counter Gilgeous-Alexander. The Rockets can give some fight but the Thunder are expected to win this fixture as per the odds and stats.
