Nets vs. Rockets Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on February 04th, 2025

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Get ready for a high-stakes NBA game as the Nets and Rockets face off on February 04th, 2025, in Brooklyn, NY at Barclays Center. Don't forget to review our top picks and predictions to win with your bets.

Introduction to the Nets vs. Rockets betting tip and prediction

The Eastern Conference and Western Conference go head-to-head in this NBA showdown on February 04th, 2025, at 18:30. The Nets enters as 9.5 point underdogs in the contest. In the previous game between these two teams, the Nets were -6 point favorites and won the game against Rockets, 106-104. The over/under for the upcoming game is 210.5 points. In the previous meeting, the over/under was 210.5 points, and the under was victorious.

The 2024-2025 basketball season has made it abundantly clear how important the 3-point shot is to the game. Let's examine how different teams are succeeding from long distance. The Nets are currently nailing 35.4% of their 3-pointers, highlighting their precision in long-range shooting. In contrast, the Rockets are converting on 34.2% of their 3-point attempts, showcasing their proficiency in long-range shooting. As for shot selection, the Nets are dedicating 45% of their attempts to 3-pointers, while the Rockets are taking 38% of their field goal attempts from downtown.

Brooklyn Nets

How are the Nets playing this season?

The Nets comes into this game with a 16-33 record, and they are currently 13th in the Eastern Conference standings. The Nets are 3-7 in their last 10 games.

Did the Nets win their most recent game?

Yes, Nets defeated the Rockets, 110-98. Cameron Thomas scored 37 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Nets

The leading scorer for the Nets this season is Cameron Thomas, who is averaging 24.7 points per game. He scored 37 points on 11-for-19 shooting in his previous regular-season meeting against the Rockets.

Other Team Leaders for the Nets

Coming into the February 04th, 2025 contest, Nicolas Claxton leads the Nets with 7.5 rebounds per game. In the last match, he made 29.75 points in DraftKings and 31 fantasy points in FanDuel. Ben Simmons has a team-high 7 assists per game. He scored 15.75 DraftKings points and 16 FanDuel fantasy game points in the last game. The steals leader for the Nets is D'Angelo Russell (1.4 steals per game). He has 28.75 DraftKings fantasy points and 28.7 FanDuel fantasy points for the last game. In terms of swatting shots, Nicolas Claxton is leading the way for the Nets with 1.2 blocks per game. His DFS production in the last game is as follows: 29.75 DraftKings fantasy points and 31 FanDuel fantasy points per game.

Nets Team Analysis

The Nets' point differential this season is -6.9 points per game, which ranks 28th in the NBA. They are averaging 105.5 points per game while allowing 112.4 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Nets are making 13.7 shots per game, which ranks 14th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Nets are making 16.8 per game, which ranks 16th in the NBA.

Projected Nets Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Rockets, the Nets' starting lineup consisted of Nicolas Claxton, Dorian Finney-Smith, Royce O'Neale, Mikal Bridges and Spencer Dinwiddie.

Houston Rockets

How are the Rockets playing this season?

The Rockets head this game with a 32-17 record, and they are currently 3rd in the Western Conference standings. The Rockets are 5-5 in their last 10 games.

Did the Rockets win their most recent game?

No, Rockets came up short against the Knicks, 124-118. Dillon Brooks scored 19 points in the loss.

Best scorer for the Rockets

The leading scorer for the Rockets this season is Jalen Green, who is averaging 21.5 points per game. Jalen Green also leads the team in minutes played per game with 35.47. He scored 19 points on 5-for-14 shooting in his previous regular season meeting against the Nets.

Other Team Leaders for the Rockets

Alperen Sengun is leading the way with 10.4 rebounds per game. Fred VanVleet is dishing out a team-high 5.8 assists per game. In terms of steals, the Rockets' leader is Tari Eason with 1.8 steals per game. The blocks' leader for the Rockets is Amen Thompson, who is sending back 1.2 shots per game.

Rockets Team Analysis

The Rockets' point differential this season is 4.9 points per game, which ranks 6th in the NBA. They are averaging 113.7 points per game while allowing 108.8 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Rockets are making 12.2 shots per game, which ranks 24th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Rockets are making 17.6 per game, which ranks 9th in the NBA.

Projected Rockets' Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Nets, the Rockets' starting five were Alperen Sengun, Jeff Green, Dillon Brooks, Jalen Green and Fred VanVleet. For the upcoming matchup, Rockets has the following injuries: Jock Landale is DOUBTFUL (illness), Alperen Sengun is questionable (calf), Jabari Smith is out (hand) and Fred VanVleet is out (ankle).

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

With the Nets coming into this game as 9.5 point underdogs the suggestion is to bet at the Nets.

Money Line betting suggestion

Nets are a 9.5 money line underdog for the game against the Rockets, and the suggestion is to pick the Rockets.

Over/Under betting suggestion

The over/under for the Nets and Rockets is 210.5 points, so the suggestion is to take the under.

Will there be Overtime?

Since the Nets and Rockets have combined for just 6 overtime games this season, overtime is not likely for the upcoming contest.