Thunder vs Rockets Prediction and NBA Tips - 9 November 2024
Last updated: Nov 9, 2024, 1:10AM | Published: Nov 8, 2024, 12:25AM
The Oklahoma City Thunder will face the Houston Rockets in NBA action at Paycom Center on Saturday, commencing at 12:00pm AEDT.
Led by star players Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren, the Thunder are looking to overcome a Rockets team that includes Alperen Sengun, Jalen Green and Fred VanVleet.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Thunder vs Rockets game, as well as the latest betting odds and player props.
Who Will Win?
Based on trusted machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Saturday's Oklahoma City vs Houston NBA game 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model currently gives the Thunder a 76% chance of winning against the Rockets at Paycom Center.
Thunder vs Rockets: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Saturday's NBA game at Paycom Center are shown here:
- Head to Head: Thunder $1.30, Rockets $3.65
- Line: Thunder -7.5 ($1.91), Rockets +7.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 221 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 $1.30 and the Rockets at $3.65.
The Thunder are listed as 7.5-point favourites against the Rockets, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Rockets (+7.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 221 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the bookmakers have got it right and both the Thunder and the Rockets have a 50% chance of covering the line.
The 221-point over/under is expected to is also considered an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Thunder vs Rockets: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Oklahoma City at $1.30 with Bet365
- Line: Thunder -7.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Over 221 at $1.91 with Bet365
These Thunder vs Rockets betting tips are based on market-leading simulations and wagering intelligence 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 Paycom Center on Saturday is the Thunder winning 114-106.
This prediction is based on each team's average score from 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Oklahoma City vs Houston game on Saturday, including data-driven predictions and live win probabilitiestips.
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 has crunched the numbers to predict key individual stats for each team, such as points, rebounds and assists.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is expected to lead the way for the Thunder with 29 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists, while Alperen Sengun is projected to finish with 22 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists for the Rockets.
Thunder Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shai Gilgeous-Alexander | 29 | 6 | 7 |
| Jalen Williams | 21 | 6 | 5 |
| Chet Holmgren | 17 | 10 | 3 |
| Luguentz Dort | 11 | 4 | 2 |
| Isaiah Joe | 9 | 3 | 2 |
Rockets Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alperen Sengun | 22 | 10 | 6 |
| Jalen Green | 21 | 6 | 4 |
| Fred VanVleet | 16 | 4 | 8 |
| Jabari Smith | 12 | 7 | 2 |
| Dillon Brooks | 11 | 3 | 2 |
Remember, our model updates regularly, so keep checking this article for the latest betting analysis before the Oklahoma City vs Houston match-up.
As always, see our Best Bets to get the best tips for every NBA game, as well as predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Thunder vs Rockets: Essential Details
The NBA game between the Thunder and Rockets at Paycom Center is scheduled to start at 12:00pm AEDT on Saturday.
- Teams: Oklahoma City Thunder vs Houston Rockets
- Date: Saturday 9 November 2024
- Time: 12:00pm AEDT
- Venue: Paycom Center
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our Oklahoma City vs Houston predictions are the result of 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of skilled data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics 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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