Exciting 3rd Quarter Action
The Rockets and the Wizards are battling it out on the court, but their offenses seem to be struggling. With the Rockets currently leading the Wizards 97-79, it’s clear that one team has the upper hand.
If the Rockets maintain their current performance, they will likely improve their record to 24-12 in no time. On the other hand, the Wizards will need to step up their game to avoid falling to a 6-28 record.
Matchup Details
Teams: Houston Rockets vs. Washington Wizards
Current Records: Houston 23-12, Washington 6-27
How to Watch
- When: Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 7 p.m. ET
- Where: Capital One Arena — Washington, District of Columbia
- TV: Monumental Sports Network
- Follow: CBS Sports App
- Online streaming: fuboTV (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.)
- Ticket Cost: $7.00
Game Preview
The Rockets have been dominating at home but will now face the Wizards on the road at 7:00 p.m. ET on Tuesday at Capital One Arena. The odds are in favor of the Rockets, making this game one of their easier matchups this season.
In their last game against the Lakers, the Rockets secured a 119-115 victory. Jalen Green delivered an impressive performance with 33 points and six rebounds, showcasing his improved point production in recent games.
The Rockets excelled in offensive rebounding, finishing with 18 offensive rebounds, which contributed to their win over the Lakers. On the other hand, the Wizards suffered a 110-98 loss to the Pelicans, marking their second consecutive defeat by 12 points.
With the Rockets now at 23-12 and the Wizards at 6-27, both teams are looking to make a statement in this matchup. The Rockets previously defeated the Wizards 107-92 in November 2024, but this time, they will be playing on the Wizards’ home court.
Game Odds
The Rockets are currently favored by 11.5 points against the Wizards, according to the latest NBA odds. The over/under for the game is set at 225 points.
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Head-to-Head History
In their last 10 matchups, Houston has emerged victorious in 8 games against Washington.
- Nov 11, 2024 – Houston 107 vs. Washington 92
- Mar 19, 2024 – Houston 137 vs. Washington 114
- Mar 14, 2024 – Houston 135 vs. Washington 119
- Apr 09, 2023 – Houston 114 vs. Washington 109
- Jan 25, 2023 – Washington 108 vs. Houston 103
- Mar 21, 2022 – Houston 115 vs. Washington 97
- Jan 05, 2022 – Houston 114 vs. Washington 111
- Feb 15, 2021 – Washington 131 vs. Houston 119
- Jan 26, 2021 – Houston 107 vs. Washington 88
- Oct 30, 2019 – Houston 159 vs. Washington 158
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