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Houston Rockets vs Oklahoma City Thunder (12/14) game preview: Projected starters, prediction, best odds and betting lines, injury report, how to watch, and more | NBA News – Times of India
The Houston Rockets vs Oklahoma City Thunder game will take place at T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas, Nevada. This is a crucial game for both the Rockets and the Thunder as the winner will head straight to the finals in Las Vegas.
In this article, we will walk you through everything you need to know about the matchup, including injury reports, key players, broadcast details, and more.
Houston Rockets vs Oklahoma City Thunder: Projected starting five
Houston Rockets projected starting five
| Player | PTS | REB | AST |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fred VanVleet | 15.6 | 4.1 | 5.9 |
| Jalen Green | 19.2 | 4.7 | 2.6 |
| Dillon Brooks | 12.6 | 3.7 | 1.6 |
| Jabari Smith Jr. | 11.6 | 6.8 | 0.9 |
| Alperen Sengun | 18.8 | 10.6 | 5.3 |
Oklahoma City Thunder projected starting five
| Player | PTS | REB | AST |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shai Gilgeous-Alexander | 30.2 | 5.4 | 6.3 |
| Luguentz Dort | 9.9 | 4.6 | 1.8 |
| Cason Wallace | 7.0 | 3.6 | 2.2 |
| Jalen Williams | 21.8 | 6.1 | 5.0 |
| Isaiah Hartenstein | 11.6 | 12.8 | 4.3 |
(Note: Projected starters are subject to change. This is not the finalized roster and this applies to both the teams playing tonight.)
Houston Rockets vs Oklahoma City Thunder: Key players to watch
Houston Rockets key players
– Jalen Green
– Alperen Sengun
Oklahoma City Thunder key players
– Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
– Jalen Williams
Houston Rockets vs Oklahoma City Thunder: Injury report
Houston Rockets injury report
| Player | Status | Injury |
|---|---|---|
| Dillon Brooks | GTD | Illness |
Oklahoma City Thunder injury report
| Player | Status | Injury |
|---|---|---|
| Ousmane Dieng | OUT | Finger |
| Alex Ducas | OUT | Back |
| Adam Flagler | OUT | Finger |
| Chet Holmgren | OUT | Hip |
| Nikola Topić | OFS | Knee |
| Jaylin Williams | OUT | Hamstring |
Houston Rockets vs Oklahoma City Thunder: Team stats
| Metric | Rockets | Thunder |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 17-8 | 19-5 |
| Standings | 2nd | 1st |
| Home/Away | 7-5 | 10-2 |
| Off Rtg | 15th | 8th |
| Def Rtg | 2nd | 1st |
| Net Rtg | 5th | 1st |
Houston Rockets vs Oklahoma City Thunder: Previous matchups
| Stat | Thunder | Rockets |
|---|---|---|
| Points | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: 32 | Fred VanVleet: 38 |
| Rebounds | Isaiah Hartenstein: 13 | Alperen Sengun, Jabari Smith Jr.: 14 |
| Assists | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: 7 | Fred VanVleet: 9 |
Houston Rockets vs Oklahoma City Thunder: Leading players
| Stat | Rockets | Thunder |
|---|---|---|
| Points | Jalen Green: 19.2 | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: 30.2 |
| Rebounds | Alperen Sengun: 10.6 | Isaiah Hartenstein: 12.8 |
| Assists | Fred VanVleet: 5.9 | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: 6.3 |
Houston Rockets vs Oklahoma City Thunder: Moneyline and odds
– Moneyline: Rockets (+190) vs Thunder (-230)
– Spread: Rockets (+5.5) vs Thunder (-5.5)
– Total (O/U): Rockets -110 (O 213.5) vs Thunder -110 (U 213.5)
(Note: Odds are correct at the time of writing and likely to change. Keep an eye out for the recent odds)
Houston Rockets vs Oklahoma City Thunder: Betting tips
Alperen Sengun scored 18.5 points, which is marginally less than his 18.8-point season average. Given that he has scored 20 points in three of his previous five games, it seems wise to wager on the over.
With 30.5 points, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is slightly above his season average of 30.2 points. Considering his propensity for scoring, it seems sense to wager on the over.
Houston Rockets vs Oklahoma City Thunder: Prediction
We predict that Oklahoma City will win and go to the final, as do the oddsmakers. Even with injuries, the Thunder have continuously shown that they can perform well under crisis. In a game where the team’s total points should be more than 213.5, OKC is predicted to cover the spread.
Houston Rockets vs Oklahoma City Thunder: Date, time, and venue
The match between the Rockets and the Thunder will take place on December 14, 2024, at 8:00 pm ET. It will take place at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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How to watch Houston Rockets vs Oklahoma City Thunder: Streaming details and more
– Live Stream: fuboTV (Watch for free), ESPN+, Hulu with Live TV, and more
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– TV: ABC
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