Houston Rockets vs Portland Trail Blazers Betting Picks & Predictions

Game outlook

The 2024-25 NBA season continues this Saturday, January 18, with the Houston Rockets facing off against the Portland Trail Blazers in a Western Conference matchup at Moda Center in Portland, OR. In preparation for this game, we analyze the best Rockets vs. Trail Blazers prediction. These teams are concluding their three-game regular-season series, having split the prior two matchups. The Rockets claimed a 116-88 victory as 11.5-point home favorites on November 22, while the Trail Blazers responded with a 104-98 road win the following day. With Houston currently favored at -11.25, it will be interesting to see which team comes out on top in this decisive game. Stay tuned for our NBA picks for this exciting matchup.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Rockets -575 | Trail Blazers +430

Spread: Rockets -11.25 (-110) | Trail Blazers +11.25 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 223.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Houston will win straight-up is 85%.

Houston Rockets

The Houston Rockets ended their five-game winning streak with a 132-127 loss to the Sacramento Kings last Thursday. The Kings shot 50.0% from the field and made 14 three-pointers, while the Rockets shot 52.7% and were led by Jalen Green with 28 points. Green is the team's leading scorer with 21.5 points per game, while Alperen Sengun averages 19.3 points, 10.4 rebounds, and 5.1 assists. Houston scores 114.6 points per 100 possessions and allows 108.5 points in return. With a power ranking of 5, the Rockets are ranked 12th in offense and 5th in defense, with a record of 4-0 this season. Offensively, they shoot 44.93% from the field and 33.75% from three-point range, while defensively allowing 44.98% of field goals and 36.23% of three-pointers. Houston leads in rebounds but ranks low in turnovers. Additionally, the team struggles at the free-throw line.