San Antonio Spurs vs. Houston Rockets Prediction, NBA Odds
The Spurs squandered a strong start last time out on Friday, seizing a double-digit lead at halftime before rolling over in the second half on their way to a 121-112 loss to Chicago. They have now fallen to defeat by an average margin of 13.9 points during their 0-16 run. In the wake of a 114-106 win in Denver on Friday night, the Rockets return to Houston gunning for a 10th straight victory on home court.
The Rockets have emerged as 8.5-point home favourites on the Monday NBA odds ahead of this clash of Texas rivals. The Spurs are listed as distant +280 underdogs on the NBA moneyline, and the total is pegged at 225.5.
Spurs vs. Rockets NBA Betting Odds
The Spurs have seen seven of their 16 recent defeats come on the road, but have still managed to salvage some positive results on the sportsbook, covering the spread in two of their past four road dates, and four of seven overall. San Antonio has also gone 3-2 ATS in their past five when pegged as underdogs by eight or more points. The club also claimed a 126-122 home victory over the Rockets back on October 27, and has posted outright victories in four of five visits to Houston including a pair of victories as betting underdogs.
While the Rockets have produced streaky results this season, including a pair of three-game losing streaks over their past 10 games, they have been a dominant force at both ends of the court during their current 9-0 run on home hardwood. The Rockets now sport the NBA’s second-ranked defence after allowing just 98 points per game during their current surge. In addition to powering a 6-0 run for the UNDER in totals betting, Houston has also been a solid bet during their home win streak, going 8-0-1 ATS. However, they sport a middling 3-5 ATS in eight home dates while favoured by eight or more since January 2020.
San Antonio Spurs
While the Rockets sport one of the NBA’s top defences, things have gone far differently for the Spurs, who rank third last in the league. On the flip side, San Antonio shooters have had their moments, reaching 112 points in four of their past six games.
The first overall pick in this year’s NBA Draft, Victor Wembanyama has averaged 20 points per game over his past six outings, and leads the squad in most statistical categories including points, rebounds, steals, and blocks. Promising shooting guard Devin Vassell has also shown flashes of his potential while recording at least 22 points in three of his past six outings, and leading the team in scoring in each of those contests.
Houston Rockets
The Rockets enjoy a golden opportunity to extend their current 9-0 run at home on Monday, but have seen their depth impacted by recent injuries. Both Dillon Brooks and big man Jock Landale are dealing with undisclosed illnesses that could impact their availability, while youngster Tari Eason remains hobbled by a leg injury.
Fred VanVleet has been one of the few bright lights in this Rockets lineup. The former Toronto Raptors star has led the club in points in two of the past three games, while leading scorer Alperen Sengun has recorded double-doubles in each of his past two road appearances, and is a short -225 bet on the NBA player props to do it again on Monday night.
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