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Houston Rockets vs Oklahoma City Thunder Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: November 8, 2024 at 8:00 PM ET

Venue: Paycom Center — Oklahoma City, OK

Article updated Nov 8, 6:04 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

After suffering their first loss of the NBA season, the Oklahoma City Thunder will face the Houston Rockets in a Western Conference matchup on Friday. The game will take

Game outlook

After suffering their first loss of the NBA season, the Oklahoma City Thunder will face the Houston Rockets in a Western Conference matchup on Friday. The game will take place at 8pm ET at the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City. Oklahoma City is favored to win with a point spread of -8.5, a line that has remained unchanged. For more detailed predictions and picks for the Houston Rockets vs. Oklahoma City Thunder game, continue reading.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Rockets +290 | Thunder -360

Spread: Rockets +8.5 (-110) | Thunder -8.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 220.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Oklahoma City will win straight-up is 78%.

Houston Rockets

This week has seen the Houston Rockets secure back-to-back victories over the Knicks and Spurs, propelling them near the top of the Western Conference standings. Jalen Green and Fred VanVleet delivered standout performances in the recent win against San Antonio, with Green contributing 21 points, five rebounds, and four assists, while VanVleet recorded 21 points, 10 assists, and seven rebounds. The team is awaiting updates on the health of center Steven Adams, who recently returned to the court after an extended absence due to a knee injury. Despite a power ranking of 12, the Rockets rank 13th in offense, 3rd in defense, and have a 4-0 record this season. Key statistics show solid rebounding and defensive prowess, with room for improvement in shooting percentages. Overall, the Rockets are showing promise as they strive for success in the competitive Western Conference.

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Oklahoma City Thunder Analysis

The Oklahoma City Thunder have had a dominant start to the new season with a record of 4-0, sharing the lead of the Western Conference with Phoenix and Golden State. Despite a loss to the Denver Nuggets, the Thunder had standout performances from players like Jalen Williams and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. They have the best defensive rating in the NBA and have been strong on the defensive end, allowing the fewest points per game. On the offensive side, they rank 12th for scoring, with solid shooting percentages and rebounding numbers. In terms of injuries, they have some key players unavailable for their upcoming game. Overall, the Thunder currently have a power ranking of 5 and are a strong contender in the league.

Oklahoma City Thunder Primed for Victory Against Houston Rockets at Home

The Oklahoma City Thunder will be highly motivated to secure a win against the Houston Rockets in their upcoming match at home, following a recent loss. This will mark their first encounter this season, having split the series in the previous year. Oklahoma has demonstrated a strong performance against the spread, boasting a 5-2 record overall and 2-1 at their home court. Similarly, Houston has also maintained a commendable 5-2 record against the spread, with a 1-1 record as the away underdog. Historically, the Thunder has shown resilience and ability to bounce back swiftly after losses, with an 18-10 record in such situations last year. Given the uncertainties surrounding Adams' health for the Rockets, the Thunder are in a favorable position to secure a comfortable home victory. Therefore, the recommended choice is to bet on Oklahoma for this matchup.

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SportsJaw published this archived preview from its original game-day article. Its prediction and quoted lines are preserved as written.

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SportsJaw Rockets vs Thunder archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Rockets vs Thunder matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Houston Rockets+285 → +250Moved
  • Moneyline · Oklahoma City Thunder-370 → -320Moved
  • Spread · Houston Rockets+8.5 (-110) → +7.5 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Oklahoma City Thunder-8.5 (-110) → -7.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over219.5 (-110) → 221.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under219.5 (-110) → 221.5 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Houston Rockets
4-0 matchup record · 7-3-0 ATS · 4-6-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Oklahoma City Thunder
4-0 matchup record · 7-3-0 ATS · 4-6-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-11-08T23:04:54.494Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

This week has seen the Houston Rockets secure back-to-back victories over the Knicks and Spurs, propelling them near the top of the Western Conference standings. Jalen Green and Fred VanVleet delivered standout performances in the recent win against San Antonio, with Green contributing 21 points, five rebounds, and four assists, while VanVleet recorded 21 points, 10 assists, and seven rebounds. The team is awaiting updates on the health of center Steven Adams, who recently returned to the court after an extended absence due to a knee injury. Despite a power ranking of 12, the Rockets rank 13th in offense, 3rd in defense, and have a 4-0 record this season. Key statistics show solid rebounding and defensive prowess, with room for improvement in shooting percentages. Overall, the Rockets are showing promise as they strive for success in the competitive Western Conference.

The Oklahoma City Thunder have had a dominant start to the new season with a record of 4-0, sharing the lead of the Western Conference with Phoenix and Golden State. Despite a loss to the Denver Nuggets, the Thunder had standout performances from players like Jalen Williams and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. They have the best defensive rating in the NBA and have been strong on the defensive end, allowing the fewest points per game. On the offensive side, they rank 12th for scoring, with solid shooting percentages and rebounding numbers. In terms of injuries, they have some key players unavailable for their upcoming game. Overall, the Thunder currently have a power ranking of 5 and are a strong contender in the league.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2024-03-27Houston Rockets 132 · Oklahoma City Thunder 126
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Oklahoma City Thunder defeated Houston Rockets 126-107

Oklahoma City Thunder defeated Houston Rockets 126-107 on November 8, 2024, a 19-point decision in the series. Oklahoma City Thunder's strongest period was the 2nd quarter, when it outscored its opponent 44-20. Against SportsJaw's recorded Houston Rockets +7.5 (-110) spread, Oklahoma City Thunder covered, while the 233 combined points finished over the recorded total of 221.5.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • PeytoncSpread · Houston Rockets +8.5 (-110)Loss
  • BillywatersTotal · Under 219 (-110)Loss
  • KrockpicksTotal · Over 219 (-110)Win
  • MbcSpread · Oklahoma City Thunder +8.5 (-110)Win
  • BluedevilSpread · Houston Rockets +8.5 (-110)Loss