NBA Betting Preview: Houston Rockets vs. Miami Heat - Odds, Predictions, and Best Bets
The Houston Rockets will face off against the Miami Heat at Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida. The game is set to start at 3:30 p.m. ET on Prime Video. Let's take a look at the NBA odds for the Rockets vs. Heat matchup provided by BetMGM Sportsbook and offer our expert predictions for the best bets. The season series between the two teams is currently tied at 1-1.
The Rockets started their 3-game road trip with a 113-108 win over Orlando as a 2.5-point favorite. Kevin Durant led the charge with 40 points, while Alperen Sengun contributed 16 points. Houston has won their last 3 games and is averaging 122.0 points per game during this winning streak.
On the other hand, the Heat suffered a 124-117 loss to Philadelphia as a 2-point underdog. Bam Adebayo scored 29 points and grabbed 14 rebounds, while Tyler Herro added 25 points. Miami has scored 117 or more points in their last 5 games, with the Over hitting in 3 of their last 3 games.
The Rockets are favored to win this game with a moneyline of -145. If you prefer to avoid laying the points, the Rockets -2.5 (-110) is a solid bet to cover the spread. Both teams have been scoring well recently, so taking the Over 225.5 (-110) could be a good play as well.
Miami has been scoring consistently, while Houston's defense has been solid, allowing 109 or fewer points in their last 9 games. The Over has hit in 3 straight games for the Rockets and 4 of the last 5 for the Heat.
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