The Oklahoma City Thunder will welcome the Houston Rockets for a thundering encounter on Saturday. The Thunder, seeded atop the Western Conference with a 40-12 win-loss record are entering the matchup off a ten-point loss to the San Antonio Spurs. The Rockets, on the other hand, are seeded fourth in the standings with a 31-19 win-loss record, and are coming off a two-game losing streak.
The Thunder are 3.5 point favorites with moneyline at -156 and total around 212.5 points. These NBA odds tonight suggest that the Thunder will seemingly take advantage of playing at homecourt. We have got our Best Bet, a same-game parlay and a few player props for tonight’s game.
Here’s how we are betting Oklahoma City Thunder vs Houston Rockets tonight.
Best Bet for Oklahoma City Thunder vs Houston Rockets
Our best bet for Oklahoma City Thunder vs Houston Rockets is Thunder -3.5 (-112) against the spread.
The Oklahoma City Thunder own Paycom Center with a 22-4 win-loss record, and they will enter the matchup off a loss to the San Antonio Spurs. In their last ten games, the Thunder have recorded five wins, but they still rule the charts. Oklahoma City owns the best defensive rating in the league and their offensive rating places them in the fourth spot.
On the other hand, the Rockets are coming off a two-game loss, and have the fifth-best offense in the league. Their defensive rating also puts them in the fifth spot.
The spread at Oklahoma City Thunder -3.5 fits the hosts well considering their control on homecourt along with the Rockets’ recent slump. The Thunder cover well in such spots.
Considering their homecourt advantage, offensive and defensive edges in mind, we are laying the Oklahoma City Thunder -3.5 (-112) as our Best Bet, and expect them to cover the number tonight.
Same-Game Parlay Picks for Oklahoma City Thunder vs Houston Rockets
3-Leg SGP (Safer)
Leg 1: Oklahoma City Thunder -5.5 (alternate spread)
We have built this same-game parlay around the Oklahoma City Thunder to win with a considerably bigger margin at home. Chet Holmgren and Aaron Wiggins are expected to step up and take offensive charge. Since Shai Gilgeous-Alexander will be out until at least All-Star break, Holmgren and other players would be looked up to dominate the scoring for the reigning champions.
These legs are correlated considering if the Thunder control the game at home, their players would get more opportunities to score. Hence, this is our safer SGP option.
Oklahoma City Thunder vs Houston Rockets Odds and Top Player Props
Here are the latest Oklahoma City Thunder vs Houston Rockets odds from top sportsbooks. Shop around for the latest NBA odds before locking in your bets.
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Top Player Props for Oklahoma City Thunder vs Houston Rockets
Given how prop-heavy NBA betting is, we are also eyeing these player props for Oklahoma City Thunder vs Houston Rockets.
These legs fit well into usage and volume. Kevin Durant is the leading Rockets’ scorer, who has been dominating the offense ever since he has moved to Houston. Alperen Sengun is another reliable player, who carries the offensive load for his team quite well. Chet Holmgren dominates the boards for his side, and we see him doing the same on Saturday.
Trends to Know for Oklahoma City Thunder vs Houston Rockets
Here are a few betting trends to keep in mind for Oklahoma City Thunder vs Houston Rockets
The Houston Rockets have been 14-13-0 ATS on road for his team.
The Oklahoma City Thunder have been 13-13-0 at home this season.
In their last ten contests, the Thunder have been 4-5-1 ATS.
Latest Injuries and NBA Injury Report for Oklahoma City Thunder vs Houston Rockets
Before betting this game, it’s important to check the NBA injury report, as late scratches and minutes limits can swing spreads and totals in a hurry.
Team
Player
Injury
Status
Oklahoma City Thunder
Jalen Williams
Hamstring
Out
Oklahoma City Thunder
Ajay Mitchell
Abdomen
Out
Oklahoma City Thunder
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
Abdomen
Out
Oklahoma City Thunder
Jared McCain
Not Injury Related
Out
Oklahoma City Thunder
Nikola Topic
Groin
Out
Oklahoma City Thunder
Thomas Sorber
Knee
Out
Houston Rockets
Jae’Sean Tate
Wrist
Out
Houston Rockets
Steven Adams
Ankle
Out
Houston Rockets
Fred VanVleet
Knee
Out
In the NBA, late injury news and minutes restrictions have a huge impact on spreads and totals, so re-check the injury report and final inactives about an hour before tip-off.
What time is the Oklahoma City Thunder vs Houston Rockets tonight?
The Oklahoma City Thunder vs Houston Rockets will tip off at 3:30 pm ET on Saturday.
Where will the Oklahoma City Thunder vs Houston Rockets be played?
The Oklahoma City Thunder vs Houston Rockets will be played at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
Where can I watch Oklahoma City Thunder vs Houston Rockets on TV and live stream?
You can watch Oklahoma City Thunder vs Houston Rockets on ABC on TV. Live stream will be available on Fubo and NBA League Pass.
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