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Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun.

Is Alperen Sengun Playing Tonight? (Injury Update, Betting Impact for Warriors vs. Rockets)

The latest injury update for Houston Rockets All-Star Alperen Sengun on Thursday night against the Golden State Warriors.

Peter Dewey
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Mar 5, 2026
Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker is a solid prop target on Thursday.

Best NBA Prop Bets Today (Predictions for Devin Booker, Alperen Sengun, MVP Candidate)

Sports Illustrated's Peter Dewey breaks down his favorite bets for the NBA action on Thursday, Feb. 19.

Peter Dewey
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Feb 19, 2026
Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic is a solid prop target on Thursday.

Peter’s Points: NBA Best Bets Today (Predictions, Prop Bets for Nikola Jokic, Alperen Sengun, Celtics, Hornets)

Sports Illustrated's Peter Dewey breaks down his favorite bets for the NBA action on Thursday, Feb. 19.

Peter Dewey
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Feb 19, 2026
Houston Rockets guard Reed Sheppard is a solid prop target on Thursday.

Warriors vs. Rockets Prediction, Odds and Best NBA Prop Bets for Thursday, March 5

Betting odds, pick and prediction for the Golden State Warriors-Houston Rockets matchup on Thursday night.

Peter Dewey
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Mar 5, 2026
Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic is a solid prop target on Thursday.

Best NBA Prop Bets Today (Predictions for Nikola Jokic, Reed Sheppard, Trey Murphy III)

Breaking down the best prop bets for Thursday's NBA action, including a pick for Denver Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic.

Peter Dewey
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Mar 5, 2026
The San Antonio Spurs and guard Stephon Castle are favored on Thursday.

Peter’s Points: NBA Best Bets Today (Predictions, Prop Bets for Pistons-Spurs, Reed Sheppard, Magic, Rockets)

Sports Illustrated's Peter Dewey breaks down his favorite bets for the NBA action on Thursday, March 5.

Peter Dewey
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Mar 5, 2026
Alperen Sengun and the Rockets are big road favorites in Washington.

Rockets vs. Wizards Prediction, Odds and Best NBA Prop Bets for Monday, March 2

Houston Rockets vs. Washington Wizards betting odds, how to watch, injury reports, and NBA picks and props for Monday, March 2.

Ryan Gilbert
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Mar 2, 2026
Hornets guard LaMelo Ball celebrates after a basket during a game this season.

The Hornets Are Quietly Becoming One of the NBA’s Hottest Teams

Behind LaMelo Ball, Brandon Miller and standout rookie Kon Knueppel, Charlotte’s long rebuild may finally be turning into something sustainable.

Chris Mannix
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Mar 6, 2026
Victor Wembanyama’s Spurs went undefeated in February.

NBA Championship Power Rankings: Eliminating One Team Every Week Until the Playoffs

In this week’s NBA championship power rankings, one team has been eliminated from the field as the rest separate themselves as true title contenders.

Liam McKeone
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Mar 4, 2026
Youth could come back to bite Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs come playoff time.

One Glaring Weakness for Each Western Conference NBA Title Contender

A look at where each of the Western Conference’s top teams struggle as the NBA heads down the home stretch of the season.

Ryan Phillips
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Feb 25, 2026
The Nuggets are one of the top NBA championship contenders this season.

NBA Championship Power Rankings: Breaking Down Every Contender for This Year’s Title

Ranking the 12 teams who can call themselves genuine title contenders as the NBA season reaches its stretch run.

Liam McKeone
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Feb 24, 2026
The Houston Rockets and forward Kevin Durant are favored on Thursday.

Rockets vs. Hornets Prediction, Odds, Best NBA Prop Bets for Thursday, Feb. 19

Betting odds, pick and prediction for the Houston Rockets-Charlotte Hornets battle on Thursday, Feb. 19.

Peter Dewey
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Feb 19, 2026
Team World and center Victor Wembanyama are favored on Sunday.

USA Stars vs. World Odds, Spread, Total and Prediction for 2026 NBA All-Star Game

Betting odds, pick and prediction for the USA Stars vs. World matchup in the 2026 NBA All-Star Game.

Peter Dewey
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Feb 15, 2026
Team World is favored to win the All-Star Game on Sunday.

2026 NBA All-Star Game Odds: Team World Favored to Win Tournament

Breaking down the latest odds to win the NBA All-Star Game tournament on Sunday night.

Peter Dewey
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Feb 15, 2026
Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant will look to lead the USA Stripes team to a win at the All-Star Game.

USA Stripes vs. World Odds, Spread, Total and Prediction for 2026 NBA All-Star Game

Betting odds, pick and prediction for the USA Stripes vs. World matchup in the 2026 NBA All-Star Game.

Peter Dewey
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Feb 15, 2026
Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant is a solid prop target on Wednesday.

Clippers vs. Rockets Prediction, Odds and Best NBA Prop Bets for Wednesday, Feb. 11

Betting odds, pick and prediction for the Los Angeles Clippers-Houston Rockets matchup on Wednesday night.

Peter Dewey
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Feb 11, 2026
Anthony Davis said recently that there was a lot that needed to be figured out before he was ready to commit to Washington.

Mannix’s NBA Notes: Anthony Davis’s Wizards Fit, Dillon Brooks Should Be an All-Star

Plus, Jayson Tatum’s latest hint that he’s pushing for an in-season return and whether Mark Cuban has a real play at buying back the Mavericks.

Chris Mannix
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Feb 10, 2026
Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard is a great prop target on Tuesday night.

Clippers vs. Rockets Prediction, Odds and Best NBA Prop Bets for Tuesday, Feb. 10

Betting odds, pick and prediction for the Los Angeles Clippers-Houston Rockets battle on Tuesday night.

Peter Dewey
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Feb 10, 2026
Shai Gilgeous Alexander is out with an injury and will miss the 2026 All-Star Game as a result.

Adam Silver Names Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's All-Star Game Replacement for Team World

Rockets big man Alperen Şengün will join in his place.

Dan Lyons
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Feb 8, 2026
Raptors forward Brandon Ingram will fill Warriors guard Steph Curry’s spot in the 2026 All-Star Game.

NBA Updates All-Star Rosters After Steph Curry Withdraws With Injury

Here’s how the teams will look on Feb. 15.

Patrick Andres
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Feb 10, 2026
Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant.

Is Kevin Durant Playing Tonight? (Injury Update, Betting Impact for Rockets vs. Pacers)

The latest injury update for Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant on Monday night against the Indiana Pacers.

Peter Dewey
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Feb 2, 2026
Houston Rockets guard Reed Sheppard is a great prop target on Monday.

Rockets vs. Pacers Prediction, Odds and Best NBA Prop Bets for Monday, Feb. 2

Betting odds, pick and prediction for the Houston Rockets-Indiana Pacers matchup on Monday, Feb. 2.

Peter Dewey
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Feb 2, 2026
Will Lakers forward LeBron James be selected as a 2026 All-Star reserve or will his record streak end?

Chris Mannix’s NBA All-Star Game Reserves Projections

LeBron James’s case to earn his record 22nd straight selection, plus which players are locks to make the field vs. tough calls in each conference. 

Chris Mannix
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Jan 30, 2026
Rockets center Steven Adams is out for the rest of the season after undergoing ankle surgery.

Rockets Lose Center Steven Adams for Rest of Season With Ankle Injury

Houston is on pace to make the playoffs this season, but now they’ll be without the veteran center.

Madison Williams
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Jan 28, 2026
The San Antonio Spurs and forward Victor Wembanyama are road dogs on Wednesday.

Spurs vs. Rockets Prediction, Odds and Best NBA Prop Bets for Wednesday, Jan. 28

Betting odds, pick and prediction for the San Antonio Spurs-Houston Rockets matchup on Wednesday night.

Peter Dewey
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Jan 28, 2026
Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic is a great prop target on Wednesday.

Best NBA Prop Bets Today (Predictions for Luka Doncic Jalen Brunson, Josh Giddey)

Breaking down the best prop bets for the NBA action on Wednesday, Jan. 28, including a pick for Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic.

Peter Dewey
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Jan 28, 2026
The Houston Rockets and forward Kevin Durant are favored on Monday night.

Grizzlies vs. Rockets Prediction, Odds and Best NBA Prop Bets for Monday, Jan. 26

Betting odds, pick and prediction for the Memphis Grizzlies-Houston Rockets matchup on Jan. 26.

Peter Dewey
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Jan 26, 2026
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid.

Is Joel Embiid Playing Tonight? (Injury Update, Betting Impact for Rockets vs. 76ers)

The latest injury update for Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid on Thursday night against the Houston Rockets.

Peter Dewey
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Jan 22, 2026
San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama is a solid prop target on Tuesday.

Spurs vs. Rockets Prediction, Odds and Best NBA Prop Bets for Tuesday, Jan. 20

Betting odds, pick and prediction for the San Antonio Spurs-Houston Rockets matchup in the NBA on Tuesday night.

Peter Dewey
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Jan 20, 2026
Grizzlies guard Ja Morant drives to the basket against 76ers guard Quentin Grimes during a game last month.

Mannix Sources: Two Trade Destinations Emerge for Ja Morant

Plus, Anthony Davis’s evolving injury timeline and whether he’s still likely to be traded and a look at whether the Rockets are in real trouble.

Chris Mannix
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Jan 14, 2026
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards.

NBA Power Rankings Based on Finals Odds: Timberwolves Undervalued? Who Has Edge in East?

Power ranking each team in the NBA this season based on their odds to win the Finals.

Peter Dewey
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Jan 13, 2026
Kevin Durant and the Rockets are road favorites in Portland.

Rockets vs. Trail Blazers Prediction, Odds and Best NBA Prop Bets for Wednesday, Jan. 7

Houston Rockets vs. Portland Trail Blazers betting odds, how to watch, injury reports, and NBA picks and props for Wednesday, January 7.

Ryan Gilbert
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Jan 7, 2026
Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant is a great prop target on Monday night.

Suns vs. Rockets Prediction, Odds and Best NBA Prop Bets for Monday, Jan. 5

Betting odds, pick and prediction for the Phoenix Suns-Houston Rockets matchup on Monday night.

Peter Dewey
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Jan 5, 2026
Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown is a great prop target on Jan. 5.

Best NBA Prop Bets Today (Predictions for Jaylen Brown, Kevin Durant, Lauri Markkanen)

Breaking down the best prop bets for NBA action on Monday, Jan. 5, including a pick for Jaylen Brown.

Peter Dewey
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Jan 5, 2026
The Houston Rockets and forward Kevin Durant are favored on Thursday.

Rockets vs. Nets Prediction, Odds and Best NBA Prop Bets for New Year’s Day

Betting odds, pick and prediction for the Houston Rockets-Brooklyn Nets matchup on New Year's Day.

Peter Dewey
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Jan 1, 2026
Jabari Smith and the Rockets are huge home favorites against the Pacers.

Pacers vs. Rockets Prediction, Odds and Best NBA Prop Bets for Monday, Dec. 29

Indiana Pacers vs. Houston Rockets betting odds, injury reports, how to watch, and NBA picks and props for Monday, December 29.

Ryan Gilbert
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Dec 29, 2025
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James is a solid prop target on Christmas.

Rockets vs. Lakers Prediction, Odds and Best NBA Prop Bets for Christmas Day

Betting odds, pick and prediction for the Houston Rockets-Los Angeles Lakers matchup on Christmas Day.

Peter Dewey
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Dec 25, 2025
Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs have defeated Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder twice this year

Ranking the NBA Christmas Day Matchups in Terms of Watchability

From matchups featuring teams fighting for play-in spots to true playoff previews, Christmas Day should be a fun one in the NBA.

Blake Silverman
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Dec 24, 2025
Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant is a solid prop target on Sunday.

Rockets vs. Kings Prediction, Odds and Best NBA Prop Bets for Sunday, Dec. 21

Betting odds, pick and prediction for the Houston Rockets-Sacramento Kings matchup on Sunday.

Peter Dewey
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Dec 21, 2025
Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun is a solid prop target on Monday.

Peter’s Points: NBA Best Bets Today (Predictions, Prop Bets for Alperen Sengun, Grizzlies-Clippers)

Sports Illustrated's Peter Dewey breaks down his favorite bets for the NBA action on Monday, Dec. 15.

Peter Dewey
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Dec 15, 2025
Cooper Flagg’s 42 points against the Jazz put him in a league of his own.

SI:AM | Cooper Flagg’s Historic 42 Not Enough for Mavs in OT Loss to Jazz

He became the first 18-year-old in NBA history to score 40 points in a game—something even LeBron James never did.

Dan Gartland
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Dec 16, 2025
The Denver Nuggets and center Nikola Jokic are favored on Monday.

Rockets vs. Nuggets Prediction, Odds and Best NBA Prop Bets for Monday, Dec. 15

Betting odds, pick and prediction for the Houston Rockets-Denver Nuggets matchup on Monday night.

Peter Dewey
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Dec 15, 2025
Dallas Mavericks forward Anthony Davis is a solid prop target -- if he plays -- on Monday.

Best NBA Prop Bets Today (Predictions for Anthony Davis, Jalen Duren, Kel’el Ware and More)

Breaking down the best prop bets for the NBA action on Monday, Dec. 15, including a pick for Dallas Mavericks star Anthony Davis.

Peter Dewey
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Dec 15, 2025
Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun may be a player to fade tonight.

Best NBA Prop Bets Today (Predictions for Alperen Sengun, Jalen Brunson and More in NBA Cup)

Breaking down the best NBA prop bets for the NBA Cup action on Wednesday, Dec. 11.

Peter Dewey
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Dec 11, 2024
Houston Rockets head coach Ike Udoka talks to center Alperen Sengun.

Pelicans vs. Rockets Prediction, Odds and Best NBA Prop Bets for Thursday, Dec. 19

Betting odds, pick and prediction for the New Orleans Pelicans-Houston Rockets matchup in the NBA on Thursday, Dec. 19.

Peter Dewey
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Dec 19, 2024
Dort and Holmgren will be key to the Thunder’s championship chase.

NBA Championship Power Rankings: Thunder Roll Into Postseason As Favorites

The defending champs could be dethroned, and never discount the Lakers and Warriors’ superstars waiting for a chance to pounce.

Liam McKeone
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Apr 19, 2025
Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green celebrates with forward Jimmy Butler III after a play against the Houston Rockets.

Jimmy Butler Had Simple Message for Draymond Green Before Game-Sealing Stop

He knew how this was going to play out.

Andy Nesbitt
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Apr 29, 2025
Take the OVER on Nikola Jokic's Points + Rebounds + Assists total in Game 4 against the Clippers on Saturday.

Best NBA Prop Bets Today (Predictions for Nikola Jokic, Chet Holmgren, and More)

Breaking down four of the best prop bets to wager on for NBA Playoff action on Saturday, April 26, including Nikola Jokic against the Clippers.

Iain MacMillan
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Apr 26, 2025
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