The Rockets are ready to clash with the Indiana Pacers on Tuesday, Dec 26. Today’s matchup is set to tip off at 8:00 ET and will be televised on NBA. Houston enters this game as 3-point favorites, and the over/under total is currently at 237.5. Can the Rockets pull this one out as the favorite? Below you will find our Rockets vs. Pacers predictions.
Rockets vs. Pacers Odds
- Spread: Rockets -3
- Total 237.5
Game Info
- Date: Tuesday, Dec 26
- Time: 8:00 ET
- Location: Toyota Center, Houston TX
- TV: NBA
Pacers Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the Pacers have an over/under record of 2-3 and are 1-4 vs. the spread.
- Across the Pacers last three road games, the team averaged 111 points per game while allowing 126. Their record vs the spread in these contests was 0-3, while going 0-3 straight-up.
- Spanning across their last ten games as the betting underdog, the Pacers have gone 5-5 vs the spread. Their overall record in these games was 5-5.
Rockets Betting Trends
- In their last five games, the Rockets have an over/under record of 2-3 and are 4-1 vs. the spread.
- Across their last five home contests, Houston has been good against the spread posting a mark of 3-2. Their overall mark in these games was 3-2, while averaging 114 points per game.
- As the betting favorite, the Rockets have an ATS record of 2-1 in their last three games. In these matchups, their straight up record was 2-1.
Taking a Look at the Pacers Chances on the Road
In their last five games, the Pacers are 1-4 and have an overall record of 14-14. At home, the Pacers are 8-7 this season compared to their 6-7 record on the road.
Against the Magic, the Pacers had a tough time putting up points compared to their season average of 126.5 points per game. They scored 110 points and posted a field goal percentage of 52.4% in the game. Tyrese Haliburton was the leading scorer for the Pacers, putting up 29 points. In addition, Myles Turner contributed 24 points.
Coming into the game, the Pacers’ defense is giving up an average of 125.8 points per game. So far, they have given up more points than the NBA league average in 75.0% of their games.
Opponents are hitting 56.2% of their two-point field goal attempts this season, and they’re also connecting on 39.3% of their three-point attempts.
Will Houston Live Up to Expectations at Home?
Coming into today’s matchup against the Pacers, the Rockets are 15-12 overall and are looking to stay above .500. Against other Western Conference teams, the Rockets are 14-8 compared to 1-4 in non-conference games.
In their recent matchup, the Rockets offense ended with 106 points against the Pelicans. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 42.7% and made 9 threes. In terms of offense, the Rockets have a season-long field goal percentage of 46%, putting them 25th in the NBA. Regarding three-pointers, they are ranked 19th in percentage and 19th in three-pointers made.
Coming into the game, the Rockets defense has held opposing team’s to fewer points than the league average in 33.3% of their games. Currently, they are 2 in the NBA at 107.7 points per game allowed.
When it comes to forced turnovers, the Rockets are forcing 12.6 per game, which is 10th in the league. They also come into the game sitting 25th in blocked shots at 4.3 per game.
Rockets vs. Pacers Player Prop
A player prop we are looking at is Tyrese Haliburton and his points prop of 24.5. Currently, the over for this prop is sitting at a payout of -108 while the under is at -118. For his matchup against the Rockets, we recommend taking the under on Tyrese Haliburton and his prop bet of 24.5 points. According to our player projection model, he is expected to fall short of his prop, with a projection of 19.
- The Prop: Tyrese Haliburton Under 24.5 Points (-118)
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Rockets vs. Pacers Predictions
Entering the game as underdogs with a spread of +3, the Pacers is our point spread pick. Our projections not only see them covering the spread but also indicate a solid chance of an outright victory. This is a good choice for those looking for a higher moneyline payout.
As for the over/under, the line is currently at 237.5, and our model projects the Pacers and Rockets to reach a combined total of 219 points. Our bet is on taking the under.
The Pick: Pacers +3 | Fanduel Sportsbook