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Portland Trail Blazers vs. Houston Rockets: Preview, Predictions and Picks for November 23, 2024

Updated on:
Nov 23, 2024 7:04 AM
On Saturday, November 23, 2024, at 8:00 PM, the Portland Trail Blazers will look to snap the Houston Rockets' impressive home win streak when they face off at the Toyota Center. The Rockets, currently third in the Western Conference, have dominated on their home court with an 8-2 record, while the Trail Blazers, sitting 13th in the West, will aim to improve their 2-6 road record. Expect an intense matchup between these two Western Conference foes.
Portland Trail Blazers vs Houston Rockets

Current Odds

POR
HOU
Over
226.5
-102
Under
226.0
+105
POR
+13.0
-108
HOU
-13.0
+100
POR
ML
+625
HOU
ML
-720

Houston Rockets recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
11/20/24 vs Indiana Pacers W 130-113
11/18/24 @ Milwaukee Bucks L 101-100
11/17/24 @ Chicago Bulls W 143-107
11/15/24 vs LA Clippers W 125-104
11/13/24 vs LA Clippers W 111-103

Portland Trail Blazers recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
11/20/24 @ Oklahoma City Thunder L 109-99
11/17/24 vs Atlanta Hawks W 114-110
11/13/24 vs Minnesota Timberwolves W 106-98
11/12/24 vs Minnesota Timberwolves W 122-108
11/10/24 vs Memphis Grizzlies L 134-89

Houston Rockets injuries

  • N'Faly Dante (C): Out

Portland Trail Blazers injuries

  • Deandre Ayton (C): Out
  • Scoot Henderson (G): Out
  • Matisse Thybulle (SG): Out

Trail Blazers vs Rockets game info

Type Info
Venue Toyota Center (Houston)
Location Houston, TX
Tip-off Sat 8:00 PM

Trail Blazers vs Rockets predictions

When the Portland Trail Blazers hit the court against the Houston Rockets, all eyes might be on players like Jerami Grant and Anfernee Simons. Grant, consistently leading the charge, is likely to continue his streak, potentially putting up over 17 points given his solid performance so far this season. Meanwhile, Simons, known for his dynamic playmaking, could very well contribute significantly with points possibly soaring near 19 and dishing out around 4 to 5 assists. These projections aren't set in stone, but these guys have been showing some consistent patterns in their gameplay.

On the flip side, the Houston Rockets have their own aces, notably Jalen Green and Alperen Sengun. Green, a standout scorer, might just rack up close to 19 points if he keeps up his current pace. Sengun, on the other hand, is turning heads with his rebounding skills. It wouldn’t be surprising if he grabs around 8 to 10 rebounds tonight, making him a key player under the hoops. Their performances could very well be the pivot points in the game, depending on how they manage the pressure and the defense thrown at them by the Trail Blazers.

Considering the momentum and recent performances, the Houston Rockets seem to have the upper hand in this matchup. Their robust home record and the depth of talent with players like Green leading the charge give them a slight edge. However, basketball is unpredictable, and the Trail Blazers have the potential to cause an upset, especially if players like Grant and Simons can exploit any Rockets' defensive weaknesses. So, while the Rockets might be the favorites, don't count out a spirited fight from the Trail Blazers.

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