Wizards vs Rockets Prediction and NBA Tips - 8 January 2025
Last updated: Jan 8, 2025, 12:11AM | Published: Jan 6, 2025, 11:56PM
The Washington Wizards will face the favoured Houston Rockets in NBA action at Capital One Arena on Wednesday, starting at 11:00am AEDT.
Led by star players Kyle Kuzma, Alexandre Sarr and Carlton Carrington, the Wizards are looking to overcome a Rockets line-up that includes Alperen Sengun, Jalen Green and Fred VanVleet.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Wizards vs Rockets game, plus the latest betting odds and player props.
Who Will Win?
Utilising advanced computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Wednesday's Washington vs Houston NBA match-up 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model currently gives the Rockets an 83% chance of beating the Wizards at Capital One Arena.
Wizards vs Rockets: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Wednesday's NBA game at Capital One Arena are listed here:
- Head to Head: Wizards $7.25, Rockets $1.10
- Line: Wizards +13.5 ($1.91), Rockets -13.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 222 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 Wizards at $7.25 and the Rockets at $1.10.
The Wizards are 13.5-point underdogs against the Rockets, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the favourite Rockets (-13.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 222 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 Wizards (+13.5) are predicted to cover the line 57% of the time, while the 222-point over/under is expected to go over 51% of the time.
Wizards vs Rockets: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Washington at $7.25 with Bet365
- Line: Wizards +13.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Over 222 at $1.91 with Bet365
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While the Rockets have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Wizards to win is our preferred option due to the 2.9% edge found when comparing our data-driven probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
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Wizards vs Rockets: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Wizards vs Rockets at Capital One Arena on Wednesday is the Rockets winning 117-105.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Washington vs Houston game on Wednesday, including data-driven predictions and expert tips.
Wizards vs Rockets: Player Props
Looking for Wizards vs Rockets player props? Stats Insider has crunched the numbers to predict individual points, assists and rebounds for each team.
Kyle Kuzma is expected to step up for the Wizards with 18 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists, while Alperen Sengun is projected to finish with 25 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists for the Rockets.
Wizards Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kyle Kuzma | 18 | 6 | 4 |
| Alexandre Sarr | 13 | 7 | 3 |
| Carlton Carrington | 11 | 5 | 4 |
| Jonas Valanciunas | 11 | 8 | 2 |
| Corey Kispert | 10 | 3 | 1 |
Rockets Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alperen Sengun | 25 | 12 | 5 |
| Jalen Green | 23 | 6 | 4 |
| Fred VanVleet | 20 | 5 | 8 |
| Amen Thompson | 16 | 10 | 4 |
| Dillon Brooks | 15 | 4 | 2 |
Our model updates regularly, so refresh this page for the latest betting analysis before the Washington vs Houston match-up.
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Wizards vs Rockets: Essential Details
The NBA game between the Wizards and Rockets at Capital One Arena is scheduled to tip off at 11:00am AEDT on Wednesday.
- Teams: Washington Wizards vs Houston Rockets
- Date: Wednesday 8 January 2025
- Time: 11:00am AEDT
- Venue: Capital One Arena
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our Washington vs Houston predictions are the result of 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all 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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