The Houston Rockets have gone over the total in eight consecutive games and in 14 of their 22 contests so far this season, establishing themselves as one of the best OVER bets in the entire Association. Tonight, the Rockets are in Minnesota against the Timberwolves as a 2-point favorite with the total at 220.5 and climbing.
- The total has gone OVER in the Rockets’ last eight games (avg. combined score: 239.38).
- The total has gone OVER in 17 of the Rockets’ last 22 games vs the Timberwolves (avg. combined score: 225.0).
- The Timberwolves are 7-3 ATS in their last 10 games at home.
Rockets vs Timberwolves Game Center
Why are the Rockets’ Totals So High?
Houston is in the middle of the pack both offensively and defensively on the season, so at first glance, nothing jumps out as a reason why Rockets games have been averaging almost 240 points on the scoreboard. Well, that’s why you come here, to get the scoop!
Let’s start with James Harden. In the 13 games before November 17, Harden eclipsed 30 points just twice. In the eight games since November 17, Harden has gone over the 30-point plateau in six games, averaging 35.3 points per game.
The Rockets’ season average on offense is 110.1 points per game. Well, in the last eight games, they’ve scored 121.2 points per game. Similarly, they’ve allowed an average of 109.8 points per game this year but in the past eight games, opponents are scoring 117.8 points per game. Both of these numbers are trending up with no sign of slowing down.
Playoff Rematch
This is the first meeting of the season between these teams but they’re quite familiar with each other. The Rockets eliminated Minnesota in five games in the second round of last year’s playoffs. The final three games of that series each went OVER the closing total with an average combined score of 223.7.
The T-Wolves are scoring an average of 111.9 points per game on home court this season, two points per game higher than their overall season average, while they’ve scored an average of 113 points in their last three games. Houston takes the sixth-highest number of personal fouls per game, so the No. 4 team in free-throw percentage should get its fair share of free points tonight.
My Bet for This Game
I’ve locked in the OVER at 220.5 as I expect this number to keep climbing throughout the day with money coming in on the OVER. If you like this play, get in on it sooner than later because the line will adjust.
