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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
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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11:44 AM EST
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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

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 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
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