Suns vs Rockets Prediction and NBA Tips - 3 March 2024
Last updated: Mar 3, 2024, 2:09AM | Published: Mar 1, 2024, 10:32PM
The Phoenix Suns will sqaure off with the Houston Rockets in NBA action at Footprint Center on Sunday, starting at 1:00pm AEDT.
Led by star players Devin Booker, Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal, the Suns are aiming to beat a Rockets team that includes Alperen Sengun, Jalen Green and Fred VanVleet.
Stats Insider's top betting tips for the Suns vs Rockets game, as well as the latest betting odds and player props, are featured below.
Who Will Win: Suns vs Rockets
Using advanced computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Sunday's Phoenix-Houston NBA match-up 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model currently gives the Suns a 77% chance of defeating the Rockets at Footprint Center.
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Suns vs Rockets: Odds
The latest Betfair betting odds in Australia for Sunday's NBA game at Footprint Center are listed below:
- Head to Head: Suns $1.27, Rockets $4.60
- Line: Suns -9 ($1.93), Rockets +9 ($1.98)
- Total (Over/Under 232.5 Points): Over $2.04, Under $1.91
Odds via Betfair are correct at time of publishing and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, Betfair currently has the Suns at $1.27 and the Rockets at $4.60.
The Suns are 9-point favourites against the Rockets, with odds of $1.93 currently on offer at Betfair.
For the underdog Rockets (+9) to cover the line, Betfair currently has odds of $1.98.
The Over/Under for total points scored has been set at 232.5 with Betfair, which currently has odds for the Over at $2.04 and odds for the Under at $1.91.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Suns (-9) have a 51% chance of covering the line, while the 232.5-point Over/Under has a 54% chance of staying Under.
The best site for placing bets on the Suns vs Rockets game is Betfair, where you can bet against other sports fans instead of using a traditional bookmaker.
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Suns vs Rockets: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Houston at $4.60 with Betfair
- Line: Rockets +9 at $1.98 with Betfair
- Total Points: Under 232.5 at $1.91 with Betfair (54% probability)
And while the Suns have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Rockets to win is our preferred option due to the edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Taking advantage of the edges published on Stats Insider is one of the keys to achieving long-term success as a sports bettor.
Although the Suns are more likely to cover the line, our best bet of Rockets +9 is based on the chance of that happening, as suggested by our predictive analytics model, and the best odds available.
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Suns vs Rockets: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Suns vs Rockets at Footprint Center this Sunday has the Suns winning 119-111.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider has full coverage of Phoenix vs Houston on Sunday, including pre-game predictions, expert tips, and live win probabilities.
Suns vs Rockets: Player Props
Player props are an enjoyable way to bet on Suns vs Rockets without necessarily betting on the outcome of Sunday's game itself.
Stats Insider has crunched the numbers to project key individual stats for each team, such as points, rebounds and assists.
Devin Booker is expected to lead the way for the Suns with 28 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists, while Alperen Sengun is projected to have 20 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists for the Rockets.
Suns Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Devin Booker | 28 | 6 | 8 |
| Kevin Durant | 25 | 7 | 6 |
| Bradley Beal | 16 | 4 | 4 |
| Grayson Allen | 14 | 5 | 3 |
| Jusuf Nurkic | 12 | 10 | 4 |
Rockets Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alperen Sengun | 20 | 8 | 6 |
| Jalen Green | 20 | 6 | 4 |
| Fred VanVleet | 19 | 4 | 9 |
| Jabari Smith | 18 | 9 | 2 |
| Dillon Brooks | 14 | 4 | 2 |
Our model updates regularly, so keep checking this article for the latest betting tips before the Phoenix vs Houston game at Footprint Center.
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Suns vs Rockets: Preview
The NBA game between the Suns and Rockets at Footprint Center is scheduled to commence at 1:00pm AEDT on Sunday.
- Teams: Phoenix Suns vs Houston Rockets
- Date: Sunday 3 March 2024
- Time: 1:00pm AEDT
- Venue: Footprint Center
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT) unless otherwise noted.
Our Phoenix vs Houston predictions are the result of 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of expert data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are accurate and reliable, so that you can make informed decisions with confidence.
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