LiontipsOklahoma vs Houston. NBA Match Prediction and Bets
Command Analysis
Current form
In the previous match, Oklahoma unexpectedly lost to Denver (122:124). Even 29 points by Jaylen Williams did not save the Thunder from defeat. As for the leader of the Thunder, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 28 points.
The setback cost Oklahoma the top spot in the Western Conference standings, dropping them to second place behind Golden State.
Disqualifications and injuries
Out: Kenrich Williams, Isaiah Hartenstein.
Interesting facts for betting
Oklahoma has not lost on its home court this season. It has won all four home games.
Probable lineup: Holmgren - Joe, Gilgeous-Alexander - Dort, Williams.
Current form
It unusual to see Houston in fourth place in the Western Conference, but the Rockets have earned it, as they've been playing really well. They've won 5 of 8 games this season.
In the last matches, the team from Texas outclassed New York (109:97) and San Antonio (127:100). In the last match, Jaylen Green and Fred VanVleet showed themselves excellently in the Rockets. Each of them scored 21 points.
Disqualifications and injuries
Questionable: Steven Adams.
Interesting facts for betting
In their last two away games, Houston managed to defeat Oklahoma. It is possible that the Rockets will play to win again.
Probable lineup : Sengan-VanVleet, Green-Smith, Brooks.
Trends
Bet 1st quarter. Oklahoma win
In 2 of the last 3 head-to-head meetings, the Thunder have won the opening segment
1.75Bet 1st quarter: total under 55.5 points
In 2 of the last 3 head-to-head meetings, more than 55 points were not scored in the first quarter
1.70Tip and bets
Houston is really showing great play. The Rockets even swatted Dallas on the road. They might not be able to do the same with Oklahoma, but the visitors will fight for the win. At the very least, they are obliged to put up a fight for Gilgeous-Alexander and company.
Our prediction is Houston with a handicap of (+9.5) points at 1.77
Bet on total
217.5 points does not seem like a big mark. Teams of this level should easily overcome it. We expect the meeting to be high-scoring.
Forecast - total over 217.5 points for 1.65
Bet on statistics
Green is one of the leaders of Oklahoma. In 3 of the last 5 games he scored more than 20 points. We expect that he will be able to do it in the confrontation with Oklahoma.
Prediction - Jaylen Green: Total over 20.5 points for 1.78
