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Houston vs Minnesota. NBA Match Prediction
On December 28, Houston and Minnesota will meet as part of the NBA regular championship. Will the Timberwolves be able to cope with the leader of the Western Conference, or will the Rockets continue their winning streak? - read our forecast
Command Analysis
Houston Rockets
USACurrent form
The Rockets are showing impressive play and deservedly occupy the second place in the Western Conference. The team is in great shape and has won four games in a row. In the last meeting, Houston again beat New Orleans (128:111), showing a balanced game both in attack and defense.
Ime Udoka has done a great job of establishing a team spirit that allows the team to play as a team. The next game at home against Minnesota will be a tough test, but the Rockets are determined to extend their streak.
Disqualifications and injuries
Dillion Brooks will not play in the next game due to injury.
Interesting facts for betting
The Rockets have won four of their last five home games.
Probable lineup: Smith - Thompson, Shengyun - VanVleet, Green.
Minnesota Timberwolves
USACurrent form
The Timberwolves are trying to hold on to eighth place. After three losses in a row, the team managed to rehabilitate itself by defeating Dallas (105:99). In this game, Anthony Edwards and Julius Randle showed their best qualities, bringing the team important points.
Despite the star-studded roster, Minnesota clearly lacks stability. The upcoming trip to Texas will be a serious test, as they will have to face one of the strongest teams of the season. The Wolves intend to continue their successful performance and fight for the victory, despite their status in this meeting.
Disqualifications and injuries
The team is approaching a meeting with the combat team.
Interesting facts for betting
The Wolves have won 4 of their last 5 head-to-head matches.
Projected lineup: Randle - McDaniels, Gobert - Conley, Edwards.
Trends
Bet 1st quarter. Minnesota win
The Timberwolves have won in the first quarter in three of their last five head-to-head games.
1.90Bet 1st quarter: total under 54.5 points
Only 2 of the last 5 head-to-head games have seen more than 54 points scored in the first quarter.
1.88Tip and bets
Houston is in peak form and continues to show consistent results. The team intends to consolidate its position at the top of the standings, using the home court advantage.
On the other hand, Minnesota looks unstable, but in personal meetings with the Rockets it often shows a decent level. It will be difficult for the guests to cope with the attacking pace of the hosts, but their motivation and game potential give them a chance to fight. In our opinion, the victory will go to the guests again.
Our prediction is Minnesota victory, including overtime, at 1.95
Bet on total
Both teams tend to play an attacking style of play. Houston will act aggressively on its court, and Minnesota will try to respond with counterattacks. We assume that the overall total of the match will be broken.
Forecast - total over 211.5 points for 1.72
Bet on statistics
Minnesota is approaching the match without personnel problems and will try to use its strengths. Anthony Edwards and Julius Randle are capable of organizing a productive game, so we expect the visitors to beat their individual total.
Forecast - Minnesota individual total is over 106.5 points for 1.90
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