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Houston Rockets vs Phoenix Suns Prediction, Odds, Lines, Team Props – NBA, Oct. 30

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 BetMGM Betting @BETMGM Oct 30, 2022, 4:30 PM
  • The Suns (4-1) are -12.5 favorites vs. the Rockets (1-5)
  • Total (Over/Under): 227.5 points
  • Sunday, October 30, 2022 at 9:00pm EDT
  • Watch the game on BSAZ & SportsNet SW

The Houston Rockets visit Footprint Center to take on the Phoenix Suns on Sunday. Tipoff is scheduled for 9:00pm EDT in Phoenix.

The Suns are betting favorites in this NBA matchup, with the spread sitting at -12.5 (-110).

The Rockets vs Suns Over/Under is 227.5 total points for the game.

So far this NBA season, the Rockets are 2-2 against the spread, while the Suns are 3-2 against the spread.

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Rockets vs. Suns Odds, Over/Under & Moneyline

SpreadOver / UnderMoneyline
Houston Rockets+12.5 -110O 227.5 -110600
Phoenix Suns -12.5 -110U 227.5 -110-900

Suns vs Rockets Prediction for Tonight’s Game:

Based on recent trends, the winning team model predicts the Suns will win Sunday‘s game with 87.7% confidence.

Suns vs Rockets Spread Prediction for Tonight’s Game:

Based on recent against-the-spread (ATS) trends, the model predicts the Rockets will cover the spread for Sunday‘s game with 51.2% confidence.

These predictions factor in up-to-date player injuries for both the Rockets and Suns, plus recent team & player performances and defensive & offensive matchups over the last several NBA games.

  • The Houston Rockets have hit the 4Q Game Total Over in 47 of their last 76 games (+14.05 Units / 16% ROI)
  • The Houston Rockets have hit the Game Total Over in 43 of their last 71 games (+13.30 Units / 17% ROI)
  • The Houston Rockets have hit the 1Q Moneyline in 13 of their last 24 away games (+11.95 Units / 48% ROI)
  • The Houston Rockets have hit the 1Q Game Total Under in 14 of their last 19 away games (+9.55 Units / 45% ROI)
  • The Houston Rockets have hit the 3Q Game Total Over in 39 of their last 67 games (+8.44 Units / 11% ROI)
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  • The Phoenix Suns have covered the 4Q Spread in 59 of their last 87 games (+28.51 Units / 29% ROI)
  • The Phoenix Suns have hit the 4Q Moneyline in 60 of their last 87 games (+23.02 Units / 19% ROI)
  • The Phoenix Suns have hit the 2H Moneyline in 66 of their last 96 games (+18.18 Units / 10% ROI)
  • The Phoenix Suns have hit the Moneyline in 74 of their last 96 games (+15.60 Units / 5% ROI)
  • The Phoenix Suns have hit the 3Q Game Total Under in 24 of their last 37 games (+9.65 Units / 23% ROI)
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    Against the spread this NBA season, the Rockets have gone 2-2 (-0.2 Units / -3.03% ROI).

    • 1-5 against the Moneyline (-3.85 Units / -64.17% ROI)
    • 3-3 against the Over for game total points (-0.3 Units / -4.55% ROI)
    • 3-3 against the Under for game total points (-0.3 Units / -4.55% ROI)

    Against the spread this NBA season, the Suns have gone 3-2 (+0.8 Units / 14.55% ROI).

    • 4-1 against the Moneyline (+1.9 Units / 19.69% ROI)
    • 2-2 against the Over for game total points (-0.2 Units / -3.64% ROI)
    • 2-2 against the Under for game total points (-0.2 Units / -3.64% ROI)
  • The Phoenix Suns have only hit the 2Q Moneyline in 37 of their last 75 games (-23.45 Units / -19% ROI)
  • The Phoenix Suns have only hit the 1Q Moneyline in 19 of their last 44 games (-22.70 Units / -31% ROI)
  • The Phoenix Suns have only hit the 3Q Game Total Over in 43 of their last 96 games (-16.65 Units / -15% ROI)
  • The Phoenix Suns have only hit the 1H Game Total Over in 40 of their last 91 games (-16.10 Units / -16% ROI)
  • The Phoenix Suns have only hit the 3Q Moneyline in 24 of their last 46 games at home (-14.89 Units / -18% ROI)
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  • The Houston Rockets have only hit the 2Q Moneyline in 22 of their last 80 games (-28.02 Units / -34% ROI)
  • The Houston Rockets have only covered the 2Q Spread in 28 of their last 77 games (-25.97 Units / -31% ROI)
  • The Houston Rockets have only covered the 1H Spread in 29 of their last 79 games (-25.50 Units / -30% ROI)
  • The Houston Rockets have only hit the 4Q Game Total Under in 32 of their last 82 games (-24.02 Units / -26% ROI)
  • The Houston Rockets have only hit the Moneyline in 7 of their last 42 games (-21.85 Units / -50% ROI)
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    Houston Rockets: Keys to the Game vs. the Phoenix Suns

    The Rockets were 8-34 (.190) when attempting 25 or more free throws last season — lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: .550

    The Rockets were 2-15 (.118) when allowing fewer than 10 second chance points last season — lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: .546

    The Rockets are 15-59 (.203) when allowing 15 or more second chance points since the start of the 2020-21 season — lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: .452

    The Rockets are 12-52 (.185) when attempting 25 or more free throws since the start of the 2020-21 season — lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: .547

    Phoenix Suns: Keys to the Game vs. the Houston Rockets

    The Phoenix Suns were 41-2 (.953) when winning the rebounding margin last season — best among NBA teams. The Houston Rockets averaged 42.0 rebounds per game (3,447 rebounds/82 games) last season — second-lowest among NBA teams.

    The Phoenix Suns were 34-9 (.791) when they win the turnover margin last season — second-best among NBA teams. The Houston Rockets averaged 15.7 turnovers per game (1,284 turnovers/82 games) last season — highest among NBA teams.

    The Suns were 21-2 (.913) when attempting 25 or more free throws last season — best among NBA teams; League Avg: .550

    The Suns were 30-5 (.857) when scoring more second chance points than their opponent last season — best among NBA teams; League Avg: .552

    Injury Report: Suns vs. Rockets – Sunday‘s Game, Oct. 30

  • Deandre Ayton (Suns): The Phoenix Suns announced C Deandre Ayton will miss at least one week due to a left ankle sprain.
  • Ish Wainright (Suns): Wainright is out for Sunday’s (Oct. 30) game against Houston.
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  • Bruno Fernando (Rockets): Fernando is out for Sunday’s (Oct. 30) game against Phoenix.
  • Jabari Smith Jr. (Rockets): Smith Jr. is questionable for Sunday’s (Oct. 30) game against Phoenix.
  • Eric Gordon (Rockets): Gordon is out for Sunday’s (Oct. 30) game against Phoenix.
  • TyTy Washington Jr. (Rockets): Washington Jr. is out for Sunday’s (Oct. 30) game against Phoenix.
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    Houston Rockets Offensive Stats & Trends

    The Rockets averaged 15.7 turnovers per game (1,284 turnovers/82 games) last season — highest among NBA teams; League Avg: 13.0

    The Rockets have averaged 15.6 turnovers per game (1,200 turnovers/77 games) on the road since the start of the 2020-21 season — highest among NBA teams; League Avg: 13.1

    The Rockets averaged 7.7 turnovers per game (629 turnovers/82 games) in the second half last season — highest among NBA teams; League Avg: 6.4

    The Rockets shot 71% from the free throw line (1,434/2,010) last season — lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: 77%

    Phoenix Suns Offensive Stats & Trends

    The Suns shot 52% (447/854) in close and late situations last season — best among NBA teams; League Avg: 45%

    The Suns had an eFG% of 60% in close and late situations last season — best among NBA teams; League Avg: 52%

    The Suns had a TS% of 54% in close and late situations last season — best among NBA teams; League Avg: 49%

    The Suns had an assist to turnover ratio of 2.5 (278 assists/ 112 TOs) in close and late situations last season — tied for best among NBA teams; League Avg: 1.8

    Houston Rockets Defensive Stats & Trends

    The Rockets averaged 32.5 defensive rebounds per game (2,661 rebounds/82 games) last season — tied for 4th lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: 33.9

    The Rockets have averaged 32.8 defensive rebounds per game (5,055 rebounds/154 games) since the start of the 2020-21 season — tied for 4th lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: 34.1

    The Rockets have averaged 4.8 blocks per game (369 blocks/77 games) on the road since the start of the 2020-21 season — tied for 10th best among NBA teams; League Avg: 4.7

    The Rockets have blocked 369 shots on the road since the start of the 2020-21 season — tied for 10th most among NBA teams

    Phoenix Suns Defensive Stats & Trends

    The Suns stole the ball 702 times last season — 5th most among NBA teams

    The Suns averaged 35.5 defensive rebounds per game (2,913 rebounds/82 games) last season — tied for 3rd best among NBA teams; League Avg: 33.9

    The Suns have averaged 7.9 steals per game (1,219 steals/154 games) since the start of the 2020-21 season — tied for 7th best among NBA teams; League Avg: 7.6

    The Suns have averaged 34.9 defensive rebounds per game (5,375 rebounds/154 games) since the start of the 2020-21 season — tied for 7th best among NBA teams; League Avg: 34.1

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