For your Raptors vs. Rockets predictions needs, we’ve got you covered as the Rockets hit the road to face the Raptors on Friday, Feb 9 at 7:30 ET. Currently, the total sits at 233.5, with the Raptors favored by 2 at home. Keep reading to get our Raptors vs. Rockets player props and predictions.
Raptors vs. Rockets Odds
- Spread: Raptors -2
- Total 233.5
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Game Info
- Date: Friday, Feb 9
- Time: 7:30 ET
- Location: Scotiabank Arena, Toronto ON
- TV: SN
Rockets Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the Rockets have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 3-2 vs. the spread.
- Houston has a 1-4 record in their last five road games. In this stretch, they averaged 111 points per game while allowing 112. The team also performed well vs the spread at 3-2.
- In their last ten games as the betting underdog, the Rockets have a straight up record of 1-9 and an ATS mark of 4-6.
Raptors Betting Trends
- In their last five games, the Raptors have an over/under record of 0-5 and are 1-4 vs. the spread.
- In their last three games at home, the Raptors have a straight up record of 1-2 while going 1-2 vs the spread. The team’s offense averaged 116 points per game in these contests.
- Across their last three matchups as the betting favorite, the Raptors have an overall record of 2-1 while going 1-2 against the spread.
Can the Rockets Lock in a Road Win?
In their games this season, the Rockets have averaged 226.4 points per game, which is lower than today’s O/U line of 233.5. Overall, their games have averaged 223.9 points per game.
Houston’s record vs. the spread this season is 27-22, including a 9-13 ATS mark on the road. As the underdog, they are 16-16 vs. the spread and have gone 10-23 straight-up.
The Rockets have lost their last two games and are 23-27 on the season. In the Western Conference, they are currently in 12th place and are 3rd in the Southwest Division.
In their most recent game, the Rockets lost to the Pacers by a score of 132-129. They were 8.5-point underdogs going into the game, giving them an ATS win. The O/U line for the game was 244.5.
Against Western Conference teams, the Rockets are 16-13 compared to 7-14 in non-conference games. On the road, they are 9-13 straight-up and 9-13 ATS.
When it comes to scoring, the Rockets are 21st in the league at 113.7 points per game. On the road, they are averaging 111.4 points per game (22nd).
So far this season, the Rockets have outscored the NBA scoring average in 42.0% of their games. When it comes to pace, Houston is 13th in the league at 99.4 possessions per game.
From the field, the Rockets are shooting 46% (24th). Inside the arc, they are making 53% of their shots (25th). From three-point range, Houston is shooting 35% (26th).
This season, the Rockets defense has been impressive, holding the 10th position in the league while permitting an average of 112.7 points per contest. In their previous game, the Rockets’ defense struggled against the Pacers, giving up 132 points on a field goal percentage of 51%.
Can the Raptors Hold Strong at Home?
In their last game, the Raptors defeated the Hornets by a score of 123-117. The O/U line for that game was 226.5, and Toronto was favored by 7 points. This improved their record to 18-33 for the season.
Toronto’s ATS record this season is 24-27, and they have failed to cover the spread in three straight games at home. As the favorite, they are 9-8 ATS this season.
In the Eastern Conference standings, the Raptors are currently in 12th place. Against other teams in the East, they are 12-21 and 0-11 against division opponents.
This season, the Raptors have been the favorite in 17 of their 51 games. As the favorite, their ATS record is 7-10, and they have an average scoring margin of +2.5 points per game.
Toronto’s O/U record for the season is 28-22-1, and the over has hit in four straight games. Today’s O/U line of 233.5 is slightly higher than their season average of 228.
The Raptors are one of the top teams in the league in terms of pace, ranking 14th with 98.9 possessions per game. However, they are just 19th in scoring at 114.5 points per game. At home, Toronto is averaging 111.8 points per game.
When it comes to scoring, the Raptors have outscored the NBA scoring average in 47.1% of their games this season. They are shooting 48% from the field, which is 12th in the league.
So far, Toronto has been successful in getting to the free-throw line, averaging 22.4 attempts per game. They are also one of the top teams in the NBA in assists, ranking 2nd at 29.5 per game.
Coming into today’s game, the Raptors’ defense is giving up an average of 117.7 points per contest. In their previous matchup vs. the Hornets, the Raptors’ defense struggled, giving up a field goal percentage of 53% leading to 117 points.
Raptors vs. Rockets Player Props
A player prop we are looking at is Jalen Green and his points prop of 20.5.
Currently, the over for this prop is sitting at a payout of -105 while the under is at -125. Our model predicts that Jalen Green will finish the game going 7/18 from the field and scoring 22 points. Our suggested wager is to bet on the over for his prop bet, which comes with a payout of -105.
- The Prop: Jalen Green Over 20.5 Points (-105)
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Raptors vs. Rockets Predictions
We’re putting our money on the Raptors to win, and have the projected score sitting at 118-114. We also like them to cover the spread, so our recommendation is to bet on the Raptors at -2.
As for the total, the line is currently sitting at 233.5 and our model has the Rockets and Raptors finishing with a combined 232 points. Our pick is to take the under.
The Pick: Raptors -2 | at Fanduel Sportsbook