LiontipsHouston vs Utah. Predictions and Betting Tips for NBA
Command Analysis
Houston got off to a slow start of the season. Rockets recorded only one victory so far, beating Oklahoma (124:91). It is not a surprising result, after a departure of James Harden team was left in ruins. Rockets were counting on John Wall, but he rarely plays due to frequent injuries. Now he is on injuried list once again.
In two most recent matches Houston suffered defeats to Boston (97:107) and Dallas (106:116). Christian Wood and Kevin Porter were trying their best, but they failed to bring a victory to their team.
During the off-season roster of Utah didn't change much. Jazzmen managed to keep their leaders with the team. Quin Snyder's men got off to a great start of the new season. They are unbeaten so far, first three games ended with victories over Oklahoma (107:86), Sacramento (110:101) and Denver (122:110).
Utah recorded those victories due to a great defensive performance. Jazzmen conceded only 99 points per game on average. They are one of the best defensive teams in the league.
Trends
Mitchell averages 4,1 rebounds per game
That total was not beaten in three most recent matches of Houston
In 3 out of 4 most recent matches Jazz won the first quarter
Tip and bets
Houston are extremely weak on the offense. It will be hard to break through Utah's defense without John Wall. Rockets are averaging 108 points per game. But they are unlikely to put up a high-scoring performance in the match against one of the best defensive teams in the league. Rudy Gobert and his partners will probably stop Rockets' players.
Our prediction - Houston: IT under 107,5 points
We think that Utah won't experience any problems in the match against Houston. Rockets are just nowhere near Jazzmen right now. Even home advantage won't help Stephen Silas' men.
Our second bet is on Utah to win with a handicap of (-6.5) on points
