The 76ers are set to face the Houston Rockets on Monday, Jan 15. The game is scheduled for 1:00 ET while airing on NBCS. Philadelphia enters this game as 7.5-point favorites with the total set at 228. How will this one play out? Let’s dive into the 76ers vs Rockets player props and predictions below.
76ers vs. Rockets Odds
- Spread: 76ers -7.5
- Total 228
Game Info
- Date: Monday, Jan 15
- Time: 1:00 ET
- Location: Wells Fargo Center, Philadelphia PA
- TV: NBCS
Rockets Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the Rockets have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 1-4 vs. the spread.
- Through their last ten road games, Houston has an ATS record of just 3-7. However, their overall record was 4-6 while averaging 112 points per game.
- Going back to their previous ten games as the underdog, Houston has an ATS mark of 2-8 while going 2-8 straight up.
76ers Betting Trends
- In their last five games, the 76ers have an over/under record of 1-4 and are 3-2 vs. the spread.
- In their last ten games at home, the 76ers have a straight up record of 5-5 while going 6-4 vs the spread. The team’s offense averaged 120 points per game in these contests.
- Going back to their last three games as the favorite, the 76ers have a straight up record of 1-2. But, their mark vs the spread was just 1-2.
Can Houston Pull Off a Road Win?
With a 19-19 record, the Rockets will have a chance to get above .500 when they face the 76ers. So far this season, the Rockets are 15-6 at home and 4-13 on the road.
In their most recent game, the Rockets’ offense scored 113 points, which is nearly identical to their season average of 112.7 points per game. A strong aspect of the Rockets’ offense this season has been their ability to draw fouls. They are currently 11th in free-throw attempts per game. Overall, the Rockets are shooting 46% from the field.
On the road this season, the Rockets are giving up 117.9 points per game, which is 17th in the league. However, overall, they are 5th in the NBA in points allowed at 111.4 points per contest.
So far this season, opposing teams have scored less than their season average in 57.9% of games against the Rockets.
From beyond the arc, opponents are hitting 33.5% of their three-point attempts vs. Houston. This season, opposing teams are attempting 36.0 three-pointers per game vs. the Rockets.
In terms of rebounds, Houston is 6th in the NBA at 45 per game. They are also 4th in the league in defensive rebounds.
On the defensive end, the Rockets are 26th in the NBA in blocked shots at 4 per game. They are also 3rd in the league in personal fouls.
Does Philadelphia Have a Shot at a Home Win?
As the 76ers prepare to take on the Rockets, they are focused on adding to their overall record of 24-13. When playing on the road, the 76ers are 10-7 compared to a 14-6 record at home.
In their last game, the 76ers had a tough time putting up points compared to their season average of 119.6 PPG. They finished the game with 112 points and shot 43% from the field. Leading the way in scoring for the 76ers vs. the Kings was Tobias Harris with 37 points. Tyrese Maxey also added 21 points.
So far this season, the 76ers have been one of the best defensive teams in the league, ranking 6th in points allowed per game at 111.5. At home, they have been even better, giving up just 109.8 points per game, which is 8th in the NBA.
When it comes to three-point shooting, the 76ers have been stingy, allowing opponents to shoot just 33.6% from beyond the arc, which is 2nd in the league. In terms of steals, Philadelphia is the top-ranked team in the NBA at 9.2 per game.
In terms of free throws, the 76ers have struggled to keep opponents off the line, ranking 26th in made free throws allowed per game at 24.5.
76ers vs. Rockets Player Prop
A player prop we are looking at is Joel Embiid and his points prop of 32.5. Currently, the over for this prop is sitting at a payout of -123 while the under is at -111.
Our model predicts that Joel Embiid will finish with 30 points, 10 rebounds, and 4. As for his points prop, we favor the under at 32.5.
- The Prop: Joel Embiid Under 32.5 Points (-111)
76ers vs. Rockets Predictions
As the underdogs with a spread of +7.5, we recommend going with the Rockets on the point spread. We not only see them covering the spread but also have a strong likelihood of winning this one outright, especially if you’re seeking a higher payout on the moneyline.
Right now, the over/under line for the game is sitting at 228 and given that our model is projecting 227 points between the teams, we like the under.
The Pick: Rockets +7.5 | at Fanduel Sportsbook