The NBA game between the Brooklyn Nets and Houston Rockets be on Sunday (29/12/2019) at 12:10PM and we take a look at the odds for both teams. The Rockets go into the game as favourites.
When: Sunday, December 29th at 12:10PM
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Preview:
The 21-10 Rockets host the 16-10 Nets here, currently laying 9 points. As with Denver, Houston suffered an embarrassing defeat on Christmas Day, one which I’d expect them to avenge here.
They’re one of the better home sides in the NBA, going 10-4 thus far. Brooklyn aren’t any great shakes on the road either, sporting a below .500 record at 7-8.
The Nets remain without their starting backcourt, with both Irving and LeVert already ruled out for this one. Spencer Dinwiddie has carried the load admirably, but he tends to struggle against top sides like Houston.
On defence, I’m not sure this Brooklyn side is well equipped to stop the duo of Harden and Westbrook. They’ve struggled against dynamic playmaking guards all season and these are two of the most difficult they’ll face.
They looked really out of sorts last time out, putting up just 82 points against the lowly Nets. They’ll come up against a much tougher test in Houston, one which I’m not sure they’re ready for.
Houston losing on Christmas was a major storyline, but I view this as a blip in an otherwise solid season. Expect them to put the clamps on Brooklyn here, with strong days from Russ and Harden leading to the win and cover.
Odds:
Tip: Houston Rockets at $1.21
*Odds correct at time of posting. Subject to change