Rockets vs. Suns Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on February 12th, 2025

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An NBA spectacle is on the horizon – the Rockets will go head-to-head with the Suns on February 12th, 2025, in Houston, TX at Toyota Center. Boost your betting strategy with our expert picks and predictions.

Introduction to the Rockets vs. Suns betting tip and prediction

The Western Conference showdown is scheduled for February 12th, 2025, kicking off at 19:30. The Rockets enters as -6.5 point favorites in the contest. The previous game between these two teams was a pick’em and the Suns won, 118-109. The over/under for the upcoming game is 224 points.

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 Rockets are currently nailing 34% of their 3-pointers, highlighting their precision in long-range shooting. In contrast, the Suns are converting on 37.5% of their 3-point attempts, showcasing their proficiency in long-range shooting. As for shot selection, the Rockets are dedicating 38% of their attempts to 3-pointers, while the Suns are taking 44% of their field goal attempts from downtown.

Houston Rockets

How are the Rockets playing this season?

The Rockets comes into this game with a 33-20 record, and they are currently 5th in the Western Conference standings. The Rockets are 4-6 in their last 10 games.

Did the Rockets win their most recent game?

Yes, Rockets defeated the Raptors, 94-87. Jalen Green scored 34 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Rockets

The leading scorer for the Rockets this season is Jalen Green, who is averaging 21.4 points per game. In the last game, he scored 35.25 points in DraftKings and 33.3 fantasy points in FanDuel.

Other Team Leaders for the Rockets

Coming into the February 12th, 2025 contest, Alperen Sengun leads the Rockets with 10.4 rebounds per game. In the last match, he made 3.25 points in DraftKings and 2.6 fantasy points in FanDuel. Fred VanVleet has a team-high 5.8 assists per game The steals leader for the Rockets is Tari Eason (1.9 steals per 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: 34.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 35.5 FanDuel fantasy points per game.

Rockets Team Analysis

The Rockets' point differential this season is 4.2 points per game, which ranks 7th in the NBA. They are averaging 112.9 points per game while allowing 108.7 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Rockets are making 12 shots per game, which ranks 27th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Rockets are making 17.7 per game, which ranks 9th in the NBA.

Projected Rockets Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Suns, the Rockets' starting lineup consisted of Alperen Sengun, Jabari Smith, Dillon Brooks, Jalen Green and Fred VanVleet.

Phoenix Suns

How are the Suns playing this season?

The Suns head this game with a 26-27 record, and they are currently 11th in the Western Conference standings. The Suns are 4-6 in their last 10 games.

Did the Suns win their most recent game?

No, Suns came up short against the Grizzlies, 119-112. Kevin Durant scored 30 points in the loss.

Best scorer for the Suns

The leading scorer for the Suns this season is Kevin Durant, who is averaging 27.1 points per game. Kevin Durant also leads the team in minutes played per game with 37.18.

Other Team Leaders for the Suns

Nick Richards is leading the way with 9.8 rebounds per game. Devin Booker is dishing out a team-high 6.7 assists per game. In terms of steals, the Suns' leader is Bradley Beal with 1.1 steals per game. The blocks' leader for the Suns is Kevin Durant, who is sending back 1.4 shots per game.

Suns Team Analysis

The Suns' point differential this season is -1.7 points per game, which ranks 19th in the NBA. They are averaging 113.2 points per game while allowing 114.9 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Suns are making 14.2 shots per game, which ranks 7th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Suns are making 17.9 per game, which ranks 8th in the NBA.

Projected Suns' Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Rockets, the Suns' starting five were Jusuf Nurkic, Kevin Durant, Grayson Allen, Bradley Beal and Devin Booker.

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

With the Rockets coming into this game as -6.5 point favorites the suggestion is to bet at the Suns.

Money Line betting suggestion

Rockets are a -6.5 money line favorite for the game against the Suns, and the suggestion is to pick the Rockets.

Over/Under betting suggestion

The over/under for the Rockets and Suns is 224 points, so the suggestion is to take the under.

Will there be Overtime?

Since the Rockets and Suns have combined for just 7 overtime games this season, overtime is not likely for the upcoming contest.