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Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry is a solid prop target on Monday.

Peter’s Points: NBA Best Bets Today (Predictions, Prop Bets for Steph Curry, Alperen Sengun, Pistons, Nuggets)

Sports Illustrated's Peter Dewey breaks down his favorite bets for the NBA action on Monday, Nov. 24.

Peter Dewey
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Nov 24, 2025
The Phoenix Suns and guard Devin Booker are 9-1 against the spread at home this season.

Rockets vs. Suns Prediction, Odds and Best NBA Prop Bets for Monday, Nov. 24

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

Peter Dewey
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Nov 24, 2025
Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant.

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

The latest update for Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant on Monday against the Phoenix Suns.

Peter Dewey
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Nov 24, 2025
Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets are favored against the Nuggets on Friday.

Nuggets vs. Rockets Prediction, Odds and Best NBA Prop Bets for NBA Cup Group Play

Predictions, odds and players to watch for the Nuggets-Rockets NBA Cup matchup on Friday.

Ameer Tyree
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Nov 21, 2025
The Houston Rockets are 5-1 against the spread on the road this season.

Rockets vs. Cavaliers Prediction, Odds and Best NBA Prop Bets for Wednesday, Nov. 19

Betting odds, pick and prediction for the Houston Rockets-Cleveland Cavaliers matchup on Wednesday, Nov. 19.

Peter Dewey
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Nov 19, 2025
Houston Rockets guard Reed Sheppard is a solid prop target on Sunday.

Magic vs. Rockets Prediction, Odds and Best NBA Prop Bets for Sunday, Nov. 16

Betting odds, pick and prediction for the Orlando Magic-Houston Rockets matchup on Sunday.

Peter Dewey
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Nov 16, 2025
Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets are favored against the Washington Wizards on Wednesday.

Wizards vs. Rockets Prediction, Odds and Best NBA Prop Bets for Wednesday, Nov. 12

Predictions, odds and prop bets for the Wizards-Rockets matchup on Wednesday.

Ameer Tyree
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Nov 12, 2025
The Houston Rockets and guard Amen Thompson are favored on the road on Friday.

Rockets vs. Spurs Prediction, Odds and Best NBA Prop Bets for NBA Cup Group Play

Betting odds, pick and prediction for the Houston Rockets-San Antonio Spurs matchup in NBA Cup Group Play on Friday.

Peter Dewey
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Nov 7, 2025
Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun is a solid prop target on Wednesday.

Rockets vs. Raptors Prediction, Odds and Best NBA Prop Bets for Wednesday, Oct. 29

Betting odds, pick and prediction for the Houston Rockets-Toronto Raptors matchup on Wednesday night.

Peter Dewey
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Oct 29, 2025
Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets are favored against the Brooklyn Nets on Monday.

Nets vs. Rockets Prediction, Odds and Best NBA Prop Bets for Monday, Oct. 27

Predictions, odds and prop bets for the Hawks-Rockets matchup on Monday.

Ameer Tyree
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Oct 27, 2025

SI:AM | Kevin Durant Takes the Blame for Rockets’ Loss in His Debut

Houston fell to the Thunder in double overtime, and Durant said it was his fault.

Dan Gartland
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Oct 22, 2025
Nuggets center Nikola Jokić is a human-highlight reel.

NBA Watchability Rankings: Predicting the Five Most Fun Teams to Watch This Season

From amazing talent (the Nuggets) to chaos machines (the Pelicans), these are the squads you’ll actually enjoy watching.

Liam McKeone
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Oct 22, 2025
Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander drives toward Rockets forward Kevin Durant during the NBA season opener.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Already in MVP Form in Thunder’s 2OT Opening Win Over Rockets

In an epic opener, Alperen Şengün was a huge bright spot and Kevin Durant made his Rockets debut in a city he knows too well.

Chris Mannix
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Oct 22, 2025

How Kevin Durant and the Rockets Created a Perfect Match

After flailing in Phoenix, KD wanted to join a title contender that wouldn’t gut its roster to get him. Houston offered exactly that.

Chris Mannix
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Oct 16, 2025
Thunder forward Jalen Williams was the 12th pick in the 2022 NBA draft and won a championship in his third season.

2025 SI NBA 100 Rankings, Nos. 50–11: Where Jalen Williams’s Unforeseen Rise Lands Him

Also, see where veterans like Kevin Durant, Anthony Davis, Kawhi Leonard and Stephen Curry land just outside of the top 10.

Chris Mannix, Liam McKeone
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Oct 8, 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
De’Aaron Fox participates in a social media challenge before taking on the Rockets.

Charles Barkley Clearly Concerned for NBA Social Media Teams With Looming TikTok Ban

Charles Barkley expressed concern about the TikTok ban during the TNT halftime show.

Stephen Douglas
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Jan 16, 2025
Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant.

Grizzlies vs. Rockets Prediction, Odds and Key Players to Watch for Friday, Oct. 25

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

Peter Dewey
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Oct 25, 2024
The Pacers are favored at home against Houston on Tuesday.

Rockets vs. Pacers Prediction, Odds and Best NBA Prop Bets for Tuesday, March 4

Betting odds, pick and prediction for the Houston Rockets-Indiana Pacers matchup on Tuesday night.

Peter Dewey
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Mar 4, 2025
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
 Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (23) smiles during a break in the action against the San Antonio Spurs.

Draymond Green Used Perfect Word to Describe How Much He Loved Warriors-Rockets Scrum

No one seemed to enjoy the Warriors-Rockets scrum as much as Draymond Green.

Eva Geitheim
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May 1, 2025
The Rockets are favored with Nikola Jokic sitting out on Sunday.

Nuggets vs. Rockets Prediction, Odds and Best NBA Prop Bets for Sunday, March 23

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

Peter Dewey
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Mar 23, 2025
Apr 24, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) moves the ball up court against the Denver Nuggets during the second half of game three in the first round for the 2024 NBA Playoffs at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Lessons Every Eliminated NBA Playoff Team Learned From the First Round

Kawhi Leonard isn’t giving more than a few flashes, the Heat need more of everything and the Lakers suffered from a lack of a true center.

Liam McKeone
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May 9, 2025
VanVleet signed a three-year deal with Houston in 2023.

Rockets, Fred VanVleet Expected to Agree on New Contract Ahead of Free Agency

The former NBA champion is set to remain in Houston alongside newly-acquired star Kevin Durant.

Mike Kadlick
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Jun 23, 2025
Feb 23, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA;  Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (14) reacts to a missed shot - Stephen Lew/USA Today Sports

How To Watch Miami Heat-Houston Rockets, Lineups, Injury Report, Betting Lines

The Miami Heat play at the Houston Rockets Friday

Shandel Richardson
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Apr 5, 2024
Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey

76ers' Tyrese Maxey Wins NBA's Most Improved Player for 2023–24 Season

Philadelphia's All-Star point guard took home another award this season, earning the title of NBA's Most Improved Player.

Karl Rasmussen
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Apr 23, 2024
Alperen Sengun sent Draymond Green flying

Alperen Sengun Completely Fooled Draymond Green With Slick No-Look Pass

The Rockets' young center faked out the Warriors' defensive anchor in NBA Cup play.

Liam McKeone
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Dec 11, 2024
Houston is 8-6 against the spread as a home favorite this season.

Mavericks vs. Rockets Prediction, Odds and Best NBA Prop Bets for New Year’s Day (Jan. 1)

Betting odds, pick and prediction for the Dallas Mavericks-Houston Rockets matchup in the NBA on New Year's Day.

Peter Dewey
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Jan 1, 2025
Mark Cuban watches a Mavs game at American Airlines Center.

Mark Cuban Criticizes NBA Over Luka Dončić, Kyrie Irving Missing All-Star Game

The Mavericks aren't sending a player to the All-Star Game for the first time since the 2017-18 season.

Tom Dierberger
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Jan 30, 2025
The Warriors are favored to take a 3-1 series lead in Game 4.

Rockets vs. Warriors Prediction, Odds and Best NBA Prop Bets for Playoffs Game 4

Betting odds, pick and prediction for the Houston Rockets-Golden State Warriors matchup in Game 4 of the NBA playoffs.

Peter Dewey
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Apr 28, 2025
Jimmy Butler is a solid prop target in Game 1.

Warriors vs. Rockets Prediction, Odds and Best NBA Prop Bets for Playoffs Game 1

Betting odds, pick and prediction for the Golden State Warriors-Houston Rockets matchup in Game 1 of the NBA playoffs.

Peter Dewey
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Apr 20, 2025
Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry is a solid prop target in Game 7.

Warriors vs. Rockets Prediction, Odds and Best NBA Prop Bets for Playoffs Game 7

Betting odds, pick and prediction for the Game 7 matchup between the Golden State Warriors-Houston Rockets on Sunday.

Peter Dewey
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May 4, 2025
Denver guard Jamal Murray moves the ball down the court against Oklahoma City guard Luguentz Dort in a playoff game last season.

NBA Western Conference Tiers: This Team Tops Deepest Conference in Modern Era

The Thunder won the title and could be even better this season, while the Nuggets are right behind after an A+ offseason.

Chris Mannix
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Sep 3, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats guard Reed Sheppard.

Betting Odds Reveal Top Contenders to Go No. 3 in 2024 NBA Draft

Kentucky's Reed Sheppard leads the latest betting odds to be the No. 3 overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft.

Peter Dewey
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Jun 12, 2024
Mar 18, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Miami Heat forward Duncan Robinson (55); Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

Does Duncan Robinson Deserve Most Improved Player Praise Alongside Tyrese Maxey, Alperen Sengun?

Miami Heat's Duncan Robinson is among the NBA's most improved players this season

Anthony Pasciolla
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Apr 4, 2024
Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic will have big-addition Klay Thompson this season.

2024–25 NBA Scouting Report: Southwest Division

An opposing team’s scout breaks down the division heading into the season.

Oct 18, 2024
Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) and forward Brandon Miller.

Hornets vs. Rockets Prediction, Odds, Key Players to Watch for NBA Opening Night

Betting odds, pick and prediction for the Charlotte Hornets-Houston Rockets matchup on opening night.

Peter Dewey
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Oct 23, 2024
Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson is a great prop target tonight.

Best NBA Prop Bets Today (Prediction for Hawks vs. Bucks, Rockets vs. Thunder)

Breaking down the best prop bets for the NBA Cup semifinal action on Saturday, Dec. 14.

Peter Dewey
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Dec 14, 2024
Cleveland Cavaliers forward Evan Mobley.

Best NBA Prop Bets Today (Predictions for Evan Mobley, Michael Porter Jr. and Victor Wembanyama)

Breaking down the best prop bets for the NBA action on Monday night, including plays for Victor Wembanyama and Evan Mobley.

Peter Dewey
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Oct 29, 2024
Houston Rockets forward Amen Thompson is a great prop target on Tuesday night.

Rockets vs. Nets Prediction, Odds and Best NBA Prop Bets for Tuesday, Feb. 4

Betting odds, pick and prediction for the Houston Rockets-Brooklyn Nets matchup on Tuesday night.

Peter Dewey
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Feb 4, 2025
The Houston Rockets could be in a prime spot to cover as road dogs in this NBA Cup clash.

Rockets vs. Timberwolves Prediction, Odds, Best NBA Prop Bets for NBA Cup Group Play

Betting odds, pick and prediction for the Houston Rockets-Minnesota Timberwolves matchup in the NBA Cup.

Peter Dewey
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Nov 26, 2024
Houston Rockets guard Amen Thompson is an elite prop target tonight.

Rockets vs. Wizards Prediction, Odds and Best NBA Prop Bets for Tuesday, Jan. 7

Betting odds, pick and prediction for the Houston Rockets-Washington Wizards matchup on Tuesday night.

Peter Dewey
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Jan 7, 2025
The Rockets are 6-2-1 against the spread as road underdogs this season.

Rockets vs. Grizzlies Prediction, Odds and Best NBA Prop Bets for Thursday, Jan. 30

Betting odds, pick and prediction for the Houston Rockets-Memphis Grizzlies matchup on Thursday, Jan. 30.

Peter Dewey
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Jan 30, 2025
The Clippers are 19-8 against the spread as home favorites this season.

Rockets vs. Clippers Prediction, Odds and Best NBA Prop Bets for Wednesday, April 9

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

Peter Dewey
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Apr 9, 2025
Brooks has spent plenty of time guarding Curry this series

Dillon Brooks Gave Blunt Response to Allegations He's Targeting Steph Curry Injury

The Rockets guard was frank when asked about claims he's intentionally targeting Curry's injured thumb.

Liam McKeone
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May 1, 2025
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