Houston Rockets vs Utah Jazz: prediction for the NBA match
Officially, the teams have met in 73 matches, where the home team won 39 games, and the visitors won 34 times. As for the last game, it took place on July 16, 2023, on the home court of the Houston Rockets and ended with a score of 115:101.
Houston Rockets
Houston has won seven consecutive matches. Ime Udoka’s team defeated “Chicago” on their home court on March 22nd with a score of 127:117. Jaylen Green made the biggest contribution to the victory, scoring 26 points. Dillon Brooks added 23 points to his tally. Jock Landale recorded a double-double (17 points, 12 rebounds, five assists). The “Rockets” (34 wins and 35 losses) are currently in 11th place in the Western Conference standings. Alperen Sengun, a starting lineup player, remains sidelined due to injury.
Utah Jazz
Utah has lost four consecutive matches. Will Green’s team lost to “Dallas” on the road on March 22nd with a score of 97:113. Lauri Markkanen was the top performer for the losing team, scoring 21 points. Collin Sexton added 20 points to his name. Keon’te George contributed 18 points. The “Jazz” (29 wins and 41 losses) are in 12th place in the Western Conference. Markkanen has suffered another injury and will miss the upcoming match.
Prediction
Bookmakers' analysts consider "Houston" the clear favorite of the upcoming match. And rightfully so. The "Rockets" are fighting tooth and nail for a spot in the play-in tournament. They have been successful in improving their statistical indicators. This time around, with the loud support of their fans, the team from Texas should be able to secure victory. Our prediction - a win for "Houston" with a handicap (-8.5) points at odds of 1.71. "Houston" hasn't shown particularly high scoring rates this season. The average is 113.7 points, slightly higher at home with 116.2. This time, it seems the game will be open. The basketball players from the Lone Star State should be able to load the basket against a weaker opponent. Our prediction - the individual total points for "Houston" to be over 119.5 points, including overtime, at odds of 2.02. Place a bet on the line of 1xBet with odds of 1.71. Promo code for registration - ODDS2WIN.
