Thunder vs Rockets Prediction and NBA Tips - 15 December 2024
Last updated: Dec 15, 2024, 1:50AM | Published: Dec 12, 2024, 12:40PM
The Oklahoma City Thunder will take on the Houston Rockets in NBA action at T-Mobile Arena on Sunday, beginning at 12:30pm AEDT.
Led by star players Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams and Luguentz Dort, the Thunder are aiming to beat a Rockets team that includes Alperen Sengun, Jalen Green and Fred VanVleet.
This article features Stats Insider's best betting tips for the Thunder vs Rockets game, as well as the latest betting odds and player props.
Who Will Win?
Using advanced machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Sunday's Oklahoma City vs Houston NBA game 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model currently gives the Thunder a 70% chance of winning against the Rockets at T-Mobile Arena.
Thunder vs Rockets: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Sunday's NBA game at T-Mobile Arena are shown here:
- Head to Head: Thunder $1.41, Rockets $3.00
- Line: Thunder -5.5 ($1.91), Rockets +5.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 215 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, the bookmakers currently have the Thunder at $1.41 and the Rockets at $3.00.
The Thunder are listed as 5.5-point favourites against the Rockets, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Rockets (+5.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 215 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Thunder (-5.5) are predicted to cover the line 51% of the time, while the 215-point over/under is expected to go over 51% of the time.
Thunder vs Rockets: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Oklahoma City at $1.41 with Bet365
- Line: Thunder -5.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Over 215 at $1.91 with Bet365
These Thunder vs Rockets best bets are based on market-leading modelling and betting expertise to help you place smarter bets with your chosen online bookie.
Thunder vs Rockets: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Thunder vs Rockets at T-Mobile Arena on Sunday is the Thunder winning 110-104.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full betting coverage of the Oklahoma City vs Houston game on Sunday, including data-driven predictions and the best betting tips.
Thunder vs Rockets: Player Props
Player props are an enjoyable way to bet on Thunder vs Rockets without necessarily betting on the outcome of the game itself.
Stats Insider uses the best information available to predict individual points, assists and rebounds for each team.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is expected to step up for the Thunder with 29 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists, while Alperen Sengun is projected to finish with 20 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists for the Rockets.
Thunder Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shai Gilgeous-Alexander | 29 | 6 | 6 |
| Jalen Williams | 21 | 6 | 5 |
| Luguentz Dort | 10 | 4 | 2 |
| Isaiah Hartenstein | 10 | 9 | 3 |
| Alex Caruso | 8 | 3 | 3 |
Rockets Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alperen Sengun | 20 | 11 | 7 |
| Jalen Green | 19 | 5 | 3 |
| Fred VanVleet | 15 | 5 | 7 |
| Jabari Smith | 15 | 9 | 2 |
| Amen Thompson | 12 | 8 | 2 |
Remember, our model updates regularly, so keep checking this page for the latest betting predictions before the Oklahoma City vs Houston game.
As always, see our Best Bets to get the best tips on every NBA game, plus predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Thunder vs Rockets: Essential Details
The NBA game between the Thunder and Rockets at T-Mobile Arena is scheduled to begin at 12:30pm AEDT on Sunday.
- Teams: Oklahoma City Thunder vs Houston Rockets
- Date: Sunday 15 December 2024
- Time: 12:30pm AEDT
- Venue: T-Mobile Arena
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our Oklahoma City vs Houston predictions are based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of skilled data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the knowledge you need to make informed decisions with confidence.
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