Rockets vs. Nets Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on February 01th, 2025

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It's an NBA showdown like no other – the Rockets will take on the Nets on February 01th, 2025, in Houston, TX at Toyota Center. Discover our expert picks and predictions to increase your odds of winning with your bets.

Introduction to the Rockets vs. Nets betting tip and prediction

This NBA matchup on February 01th, 2025, at 19:00 features a collision between the Western Conference and Eastern Conference. The Rockets enters as -14.5 point favorites in the contest. In the previous game between these two teams, the Rockets were -6 point favorites and won the game against Nets, 106-104. The over/under for the upcoming game is 213.5 points. In the previous meeting, the over/under was 210.5 points, and the under was victorious.

In the 2024-2025 basketball season, we're all familiar with the significance of the 3-point shot in the game. Let's explore how different teams are succeeding from long distance. The Rockets are currently knocking down 34.4% of their 3-pointers, displaying their accuracy from beyond the arc. On the other hand, the Nets are converting 35.3% of their shots from long range, highlighting their proficiency in this aspect. The Rockets are dedicating 38% of their attempts to 3-pointers, while the Nets are taking 46% of their field goal attempts from downtown.

Houston Rockets

How are the Rockets playing this season?

The Rockets comes into this game with a 32-15 record, and they are currently 2nd in the Western Conference standings. The Rockets are 7-3 in their last 10 games.

Did the Rockets win their most recent game?

No, Rockets fell to the Grizzlies, 120-119. 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 21.3 points per game. In the last game, he scored 41.5 points in DraftKings and 37.7 fantasy points in FanDuel.

Other Team Leaders for the Rockets

Coming into the February 01th, 2025 contest, Alperen Sengun leads the Rockets with 10.4 rebounds per game Fred VanVleet has a team-high 5.9 assists per game. He scored 25.75 DraftKings points and 25.7 FanDuel fantasy game points in the last game. The steals leader for the Rockets is Tari Eason (1.9 steals per game). He has 29 DraftKings fantasy points and 25.4 FanDuel fantasy points for the last game. In terms of swatting shots, Amen Thompson is leading the way for the Rockets with 1.2 blocks per game. His DFS production in the last game is as follows: 45.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 49.4 FanDuel fantasy points per game.

Rockets Team Analysis

The Rockets' point differential this season is 5.6 points per game, which ranks 6th in the NBA. They are averaging 114 points per game while allowing 108.4 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Rockets are making 12.3 shots per game, which ranks 23rd in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Rockets are making 17.8 per game, which ranks 7th in the NBA.

Projected Rockets Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Nets, the Rockets' starting lineup consisted of Alperen Sengun, Jeff Green, Dillon Brooks, Jalen Green and Fred VanVleet. For the upcoming matchup, the Rockets has the following injuries: Alperen Sengun is questionable (calf) and Jabari Smith is out (hand).

Brooklyn Nets

How are the Nets playing this season?

The Nets head this game with a 15-33 record, and they are currently 13th in the Eastern Conference standings. The Nets are 2-8 in their last 10 games.

Did the Nets win their most recent game?

Yes, Nets defeated the Hornets, 104-83. 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. Cameron Thomas also leads the team in minutes played per game with 33.57.

Other Team Leaders for the Nets

Nicolas Claxton is leading the way with 7.6 rebounds per game. In his last game of the season, he scored 35.5 points in DraftKings and 41.6 in FanDuel. D'Angelo Russell is dishing out a team-high 7.4 assists per game. He has 30.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 31.9 FanDuel fantasy points scored in the last game. In terms of steals, the Nets' leader is D'Angelo Russell with 1.5 steals per game. His DFS points in the last match were the following: 30.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 31.9 FanDuel fantasy points. The blocks' leader for the Nets is Nicolas Claxton, who is sending back 1.2 shots per game. He scored 35.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 41.6 FanDuel fantasy points in his last game.

Nets Team Analysis

The Nets' point differential this season is -7.3 points per game, which ranks 27th in the NBA. They are averaging 105.4 points per game while allowing 112.7 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Nets are making 13.8 shots per game, which ranks 12th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Nets are making 16.9 per game, which ranks 14th in the NBA.

Projected Nets' Starting Lineup and Injuries

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

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

With the Rockets coming into this game as -14.5 point favorites the suggestion is to bet at the Rockets.

Money Line betting suggestion

Rockets are a -14.5 money line favorite for the game against the Nets, and the suggestion is to pick the Rockets.

Over/Under betting suggestion

The over/under for the Rockets and Nets is 213.5 points, so the suggestion is to take the under.

Will there be Overtime?

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