The Rockets host the Utah Jazz on Saturday, Jan 20. Today’s game is set for 8:00 ET and will be shown on Spac. Houston comes into this game as 2.5-point favorites with the total set at 234. Keep reading to get our Rockets vs. Jazz player props and predictions.
Rockets vs. Jazz Odds
- Spread: Rockets -2.5
- Total 234
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Game Info
- Date: Saturday, Jan 20
- Time: 8:00 ET
- Location: Toyota Center, Houston TX
- TV: Spac
Jazz Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the Jazz have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 4-1 vs. the spread.
- In their last three road games, Utah has averaged 116 points per game while allowing 117. The team’s record in this stretch was 2-1 while going 2-1 vs. the spread.
- Utah has done well both straight up and vs the spread as the underdog, going 3-2 SU and 3-2 ATS in their last five games.
Rockets Betting Trends
- In their last five games, the Rockets have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 3-2 vs. the spread.
- In their last three games at home, the Rockets have a straight up record of 0-3 while going 0-3 vs. the spread. The team averaged 107 points per game in this stretch.
- Through their last three games as the favorite, the Rockets have an ATS record of 2-1 and a straight up mark of 3-0.
Does Utah Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?
In their last five games, the Jazz are 4-1 and have a 22-21 overall record. On the road, the Jazz are 7-15 this season compared to their 15-6 record at home.
In their most recent game, the Jazz scored 129 points versus the Thunder. In terms of shooting, the Jazz shot 48.3% from the field and made 13 three-pointers. On the season, the Jazz have a field goal percentage of 46% which ranks 18th in the NBA. When it comes to three-point shooting, the Jazz are 19th in percentage and 13th in three-pointers made.
When it comes to points allowed per game, the Utah Jazz are currently 23rd in the league, giving up 118.5 points per contest. On the road, they are allowing 120.8 points per game, which is 22nd in the NBA.
So far this season, opponents have scored more than their season average 58.1% of the time vs. the Jazz. In terms of three-point shooting, the Jazz are 27th in the league in made threes allowed per game at 14.0.
Overall, Utah is 8th in the NBA in blocked shots per game and 21st in steals per contest. In terms of personal fouls, they are 14th in the league.
Can Houston Deliver Being Favored at Home?
In their last ten games, the Rockets are 4-6 and have an overall record of 19-21. As of now, they are 11th in the Western Conference and are 3rd in the Southwest division.
In their most recent game, the Rockets scored a total of 94 points against the Knicks. In that game, they shot 41.7% from the field and went 8/30 from beyond the arc. Fred VanVleet led the Rockets in scoring with 24 points, while Alperen Sengün added 18 points of his own.
When it comes to defense, the Houston Rockets have been one of the best in the league this season, ranking 8th in points allowed per game at 111.7. At home, they have been even stingier, giving up just 106.2 points per game, which is 3rd in the NBA.
Throughout the season, opponents have scored less than their season average in 57.5% of games against the Rockets. When it comes to three-point shooting, Houston has done a good job of limiting opponents’ attempts, ranking 19th in three-point attempts allowed per game.
However, one area where they have struggled is at the free-throw line, giving up 26.6 made free throws per game, which is 28th in the NBA. In their last five games, the Rockets have given up 122.4 points per game, which is 26th in the league over that span.
Rockets vs. Jazz Player Prop
When looking at a player prop for this game, Fred VanVleet has a points prop of 17.5 with both the over and under paying out at -115.
Our model predicts that Fred VanVleet will finish the game going 6/16 from the field and scoring 19 points. Our suggested wager is to bet on the over for his prop bet, which comes with a payout of -115.
- The Prop: Fred VanVleet Over 17.5 Points (-115)
Rockets vs. Jazz Predictions
For a point-spread bet in this Jazz vs. Rockets matchup, we’re leaning towards the Jazz at +2.5. Although our projections show the Rockets winning 115-113, we suggest placing your bet on the Jazz for the point spread.
Regarding the over/under, the current line is set at 234, and our model predicts the Jazz and Rockets to score a combined 228 points. We recommend betting on the under.
The Pick: Jazz +2.5 | at Fanduel Sportsbook