The Houston Rockets (37-23) will have another opportunity to face the Oklahoma City Thunder (49-11) in a Western Conference matchup on Monday night. The Rockets have lost two out of three games against the Thunder this season, all of which took place in 2024. After a recent loss to Sacramento, the Rockets are currently in fifth place in the Western Conference standings. On the other hand, the Thunder are leading the conference by a significant margin of 10.5 games and are on a three-game winning streak.
The game is scheduled to tip off at 8 p.m. ET on Monday at the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. In their last five meetings, these teams have been alternating wins and losses, with the Thunder coming out on top in their most recent matchup on Dec. 14. The latest Thunder vs. Rockets odds favor the Thunder by 11 points, with the over/under set at 228.5 points according to the SportsLine consensus. The Thunder are at -442 on the money line, while the Rockets are at +341. Before making any picks for the Rockets vs. Thunder game, it’s recommended to check out the NBA predictions from the SportsLine model.
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- Thunder vs. Rockets spread: Thunder -11
- Thunder vs. Rockets over/under: 228.5 points
- Thunder vs. Rockets money line: Thunder: -442, Rockets: +341
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Reasons the Thunder can cover
Oklahoma City has been the top team in the NBA this season, leading the league in defensive rating. The Thunder have been impressive on offense as well, averaging 133 points in their last six games. They have won five of their six games since the All-Star break, including a 146-132 victory against San Antonio. Jalen Williams and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander have been standout performers for the Thunder, contributing significantly to their success.
Oklahoma City has been dominant at home, winning 15 of their last 17 games, while Houston has struggled to cover the spread in recent outings. With a strong defensive rating and high-scoring offense, the Thunder have a good chance to cover the spread against the Rockets.
Reasons the Rockets can cover
Despite a recent loss to Sacramento, the Rockets have a solid defense, ranking fourth in the NBA in defensive rating. They will pose a challenge to Oklahoma City’s offense in the upcoming game. Jalen Green has been a key player for Houston, averaging over 20 points in his last five games. The Rockets have also had success in March, winning 11 of their last 13 games during the month.
With key players like Fred VanVleet ruled out due to injury and several others listed as questionable, the Rockets will need a strong defensive performance to contain the Thunder’s offense. Houston has the potential to cover the spread and secure a win against Oklahoma City.
How to make Thunder vs. Rockets picks
The SportsLine model has run simulations for the Rockets vs. Thunder game and has provided insights for bettors. The model suggests an Under bet, predicting a total of 217 combined points. Additionally, it has generated a point-spread pick that has been successful in nearly 70% of simulations. To access the pick and make informed betting decisions, visit SportsLine now.
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