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Game time: December 5, 2024 at 10:00 PM ET

Venue: Chase Center — San Francisco, CA

Article updated Dec 5, 8:20 AM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The NBA action continues on Thursday night with an eight-game card, including the Houston Rockets facing off against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center in San

Game outlook

The NBA action continues on Thursday night with an eight-game card, including the Houston Rockets facing off against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center in San Francisco. This will be the second meeting between the two teams this season, with the Warriors narrowly defeating the Rockets in overtime on November 2. Golden State looks to extend their winning streak against Houston to 15 games. Houston opens as the betting favorite at -2.5, with the current line at Houston -3.5. Stay tuned for our Rockets vs. Warriors prediction for this Western Conference clash.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Rockets -162 | Warriors +138

Spread: Rockets -3.5 (-110) | Warriors +3.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 220.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Houston will win straight-up is 62%.

Houston Rockets

The Houston Rockets saw their three-game winning streak come to an end with a 120-111 loss to the Sacramento Kings. Despite strong performances from Jalen Green and Alperen Sengun, the Rockets struggled with shooting efficiency and turnovers, posting a 14/16 assist-to-turnover ratio. Currently holding the No. 2 seed in the Western Conference, the Rockets have yet to lose consecutive games this season. They rely on a balanced offense with seven players scoring in double digits and a strong defense that allows just 105.6 points per 100 possessions, ranking second in the league. In terms of statistical rankings, the Rockets excel in rebounding and defensive assists but lag behind in shooting percentages. Their power ranking of 4 reflects their solid performance on both ends of the court, with strong rankings in offense and defense. Looking ahead, the Rockets will aim to bounce back from the loss and maintain their competitive position in the Western Conference. Sports bettors may find opportunities by taking advantage of the team's performance in various categories.

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Golden State Warriors Analysis

The Golden State Warriors had a strong start to the 2024-25 season, winning 12 out of their first 15 games. However, they have recently suffered a five-game losing streak, including a 119-115 defeat to the Denver Nuggets where they blew an 11-point fourth-quarter lead. Draymond Green was sidelined due to a calf injury, and the team struggled to contain Nikola Jokic, who had 38 points and 10 rebounds. Despite a solid shooting performance, with Steph Curry leading the team with 24 points and 11 assists, the Warriors were unable to secure a victory. Green is set to undergo an MRI and is expected to miss the upcoming game against the Rockets. Jonathan Kuminga filled in for Green in the last game, contributing 19 points and five rebounds. The Warriors currently have a power ranking of 3 and rank 9th for offense in the league, scoring an average of 116.10 points per game. Their defense ranks 8th, allowing an average of 110.25 points per game. Overall, the Warriors have a record of 12-8 (12-8 ATS). In terms of offensive statistics, the Warriors shoot 45.73% of their field goals, 70.25% of their free throws, and 37.31% of their three-pointers. They excel in rebounding and assists, ranking 2nd in rebounds, and 3rd in offensive assists. Defensively, the team allows opponents to shoot 43.95% from the field, 77.02% from the free-throw line, and 33.03% from three-point range. They are particularly strong in defending the three-pointer, ranking 1st in the league. The Warriors average 46.05 defensive rebounds, 26.10 defensive assists, and 14.55 turnovers per game. If you need assistance with pro basketball, consider consulting the Best NBA Handicappers.

Golden State Warriors poised to overpower Houston Rockets despite Draymond Green's absence

Despite Draymond Green's absence, the Golden State Warriors possess a formidable arsenal to effectively handle the Houston Rockets. Following a lackluster performance against Sacramento, the Rockets are poised to suffer consecutive defeats. The Warriors are poised to break their losing streak with a high level of motivation. With a strong defensive record and a fourth-place standing in the league in defensive rating, allowing only 108.8 points per 100 possessions, Golden State is likely to maintain its dominance over Houston. Leading the NBA in opposing 3-point percentage at 33.1%, the Warriors are performing well defensively. However, they need improved offensive production from Buddy Hield, who has only exceeded 12 points once in his last eight games.

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

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Houston Rockets-125 → -181Moved
  • Moneyline · Golden State Warriors+105 → +155Moved
  • Spread · Houston Rockets-2.5 (-110) → -4.5 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Golden State Warriors+2.5 (-110) → +4.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over219.5 (-110) → 219 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under219.5 (-110) → 219 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Houston Rockets
4-0 matchup record · 8-2-0 ATS · 7-3-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Golden State Warriors
1-3 matchup record · 4-6-0 ATS · 3-7-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-12-05T13:20:16.833Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

The Golden State Warriors had a strong start to the 2024-25 season, winning 12 out of their first 15 games. However, they have recently suffered a five-game losing streak, including a 119-115 defeat to the Denver Nuggets where they blew an 11-point fourth-quarter lead. Draymond Green was sidelined due to a calf injury, and the team struggled to contain Nikola Jokic, who had 38 points and 10 rebounds. Despite a solid shooting performance, with Steph Curry leading the team with 24 points and 11 assists, the Warriors were unable to secure a victory. Green is set to undergo an MRI and is expected to miss the upcoming game against the Rockets. Jonathan Kuminga filled in for Green in the last game, contributing 19 points and five rebounds. The Warriors currently have a power ranking of 3 and rank 9th for offense in the league, scoring an average of 116.10 points per game. Their defense ranks 8th, allowing an average of 110.25 points per game. Overall, the Warriors have a record of 12-8 (12-8 ATS). In terms of offensive statistics, the Warriors shoot 45.73% of their field goals, 70.25% of their free throws, and 37.31% of their three-pointers. They excel in rebounding and assists, ranking 2nd in rebounds, and 3rd in offensive assists. Defensively, the team allows opponents to shoot 43.95% from the field, 77.02% from the free-throw line, and 33.03% from three-point range. They are particularly strong in defending the three-pointer, ranking 1st in the league. The Warriors average 46.05 defensive rebounds, 26.10 defensive assists, and 14.55 turnovers per game. If you need assistance with pro basketball, consider consulting the Best NBA Handicappers.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2024-11-02Golden State Warriors 127 · Houston Rockets 121
  • 2024-04-04Golden State Warriors 133 · Houston Rockets 110
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Golden State Warriors defeated Houston Rockets 99-93

Golden State Warriors defeated Houston Rockets 99-93 on December 5, 2024, a 6-point decision in the series. Golden State Warriors' strongest period was the 2nd quarter, when it outscored its opponent 31-21. Against SportsJaw's recorded Houston Rockets -4.5 (-110) spread, Golden State Warriors covered, while the 192 combined points finished under the recorded total of 219.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • BillywatersSpread · Golden State Warriors +3.5 (-110)Win
  • JohnnywalkerTotal · Under 220.5 (-110)Win