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Philadelphia 76ers vs Houston Rockets prediction 1-15-24 Picks

Houston Rockets (19-19) vs. Philadelphia 76ers (24-13)
January 15, 2024 1:00 pm EDT
The Line: Philadelphia 76ers -7.5; Over/Under: +228.5
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The Houston Rockets need a win after losing 3 of their last 4 games. The Philadelphia 76ers also need a win after losing 4 of their last 6 games. Let’s preview this game and give out a Houston Rockets vs Philadelphia 76ers prediction.

Houston Rockets Betting Preview

The Houston Rockets lost to the Heat, Bulls, and Celtics last week. The Houston Rockets are averaging 112.7 points on 46.1 percent shooting and allowing 111.4 points on 45.6 percent shooting. Alperen Sengun is averaging 21.7 points and 8.9 rebounds, while Jalen Green is averaging 17.4 points and 4.6 rebounds. Fred VanVleet is the third double-digit scorer and Dillon Brooks is grabbing 3.4 rebounds. The Houston Rockets are shooting 36 percent from beyond the arc and 78.5 percent from the free throw line. The Houston Rockets are allowing 34 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45 rebounds per game.

Houston Rockets Team Facts

  • The Rockets have lost each of their last 17 road games against Atlantic Division opponents.
  • The Rockets have failed to cover the spread in each of their last seven road games against Eastern Conference opponents.
  • Six of the Rockets’ last seven games as underdogs have gone OVER the total points line.

Philadelphia 76ers Betting Preview

The Philadelphia 76ers rebounded from losses to the Jazz and Hawks with a win over the Kings. The Philadelphia 76ers are averaging 119.6 points on 47.4 percent shooting and allowing 111.5 points on 46.1 percent shooting. Joel Embiid is averaging 34.6 points and 6 assists, while Tyrese Maxey is averaging 26.1 points and 3.7 rebounds. Tobias Harris is the third double-digit scorer and Kelly Oubre Jr. is grabbing 4.2 rebounds. The Philadelphia 76ers are shooting 36.8 percent from beyond the arc and 84 percent from the free throw line. The Philadelphia 76ers are allowing 33.7 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 44 rebounds per game.

Philadelphia 76ers Team Facts

  • The 76ers have won 21 of their last 22 home games against Southwest Division opponents following a win.
  • The 76ers have covered the spread in each of their last nine games against the Rockets following a win.
  • Nine of the 76ers’ last 10 day games at Wells Fargo Center have gone OVER the total points line.

Houston Rockets vs Philadelphia 76ers prediction

Weird early start time so we could see some sluggish play early. Still, the Houston Rockets haven’t been good these last couple of weeks, and they’re not a team I’m looking to back, especially on the road. The Philadelphia 76ers have been one of the best home teams in the league with their 14-6 SU record, and they’re 24-13 ATS on the season. The Rockets are losing games, and they’ve covered just 3 of their last 10 games. I have no choice but to lay the number with the 76ers at home.

Randy Chambers's Free Pick: Philadelphia 76ers -7.5

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Randy Chambers

Randy has covered sports betting since 2014 and writes about everything from NFL to WNBA. Follow Randy Chambers on Twitter.

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