Houston Rockets vs. Golden State Warriors 12/5/24 – In one of the toughest NBA clashes, the Houston Rockets (15-7) are up against the Golden State Warriors (12-8) on Thursday. This match begins at 10:00 PM ET at the Chase Center which is the Warriors home ground. Fans can watch the game on NBAt and can also stream the match via NBA League Pass. There is plenty of history between both sides and form coming into this game which should make for a thrilling matchup.
| When: | Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 10:00 PM ET |
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| Where: | Chase Center |
| TV: | NBAt |
| Stream: | NBA League Pass |
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The #Rockets are hosting the NBA Cup Quarterfinals against the Warriors. A trip to Vegas for the Cup semis is on the line.
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According to the odds, the competition is tight with the Warriors having a slight advantage in the home match. The Rockets, who have excellent stats this season, are the clear outsiders due to their previous issues with Golden State. The over-under line has been set at 222.5 with Houston most likely going over and Golden State under most recent trends
| Team | SP/RL | TOTAL | ML | |
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| Rockets | +3 (-110) | 222.5 over (-110) | +127 |  |
| Warriors | -3 (-110) | 222.5 under (-110) | -149 | |
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Alperen Sengun (C) vs. Buddy Hield (SG)
Alperen Sengun has been an exceptional player for the Rockets this season, starting all the 22 games and scoring 19 points along with 10.7 rebounds. His versatility to grab boards and score as well has proved to be a great boost for the Houston team. It is also noticed that Sengun’s impact is not limited to just scoring and grabbing rebounds; he is a very efficient playmaker too with 5.3 assists a game. His ability to control the paint as well as his all round game will be important in facing the Warrior’s defense.
Buddy Hield has been an impact player off the bench in all fixtures played, averaging 14.9 points in 23.2 minutes on the floor. Hield’s shooting, and especially his long-range shooting which allows Golden State to shoot 37.3% from that distance, may take the game from the visitors. His capacity to stretch the floor also allows his teammates to be more creative.
The matchup between Sengun and Hield should be interesting, especially when contrasting Sengun’s battle inside the paint with Hield’s finesse outside of it. Sengun can also draw defenders in the paint and creatively assist his teammates which clashes with Hield’s exceptional deep-range shooting and quick shooting form. This face-off will surely have a significant impact on the tempo and aesthetic of the match.
Rockets’ Offensive Firepower
This season, the Rockets have endeavored to keep up a steady performance scoring an average of 114.4 points a game. The offensive game plan involves effective shooting and solid rebounding which is not a concern for the team with an average of 50.1 rebounds per game. Under Sengun, able rebounding creates many second-chance opportunities which are a resource that the Warriors have to limit in order to manage the pace of the game.
Warriors’ Precision Play
The Golden State Warriors hold a higher scoring average of 116.1 points per game which is mostly attributed to the three-point shooting. Definitely relying on perimeter scoring, they average 15.7 three-pointers per game at a 37.3% success rate. Despite this sharp shooting tactic, however, recent matches have been difficult, including their yearning defeat against the Nuggets which has added to their current loss streak.
Trends
Houston Rockets Betting Trends
Houston are 10-2 ATS in their last 12 games.
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Houston’s last 5 games.
Houston are 10-3 SU in their last 13 games.
Houston are 1-6 ATS in their last 7 games against Golden State.
Houston are 0-10 SU in their last 10 games against Golden State.
Golden State Warriors Betting Trends
Golden State are 3-6 ATS in their last 9 games.
The total has gone UNDER in 7 of Golden State’s last 8 games.
Golden State are 0-5 SU in their last 5 games.
Golden State are 5-2 ATS in their last 7 games at home.
Golden State are 6-0 SU in their last 6 games when playing at home against Houston.
Houston Rockets vs. Golden State Warriors Betting Prediction
Based on the situation of both teams and their previous records, the match is likely to be competitive. The Rockets can score a lot but the fact that the game will be played in Golden State with the Warriors’ shooting abilities could spell trouble for the Rockets as well. That said, looking at such recent patterns and marketplace trends, the savvy wager seems to be virtual dollars on the Rockets to cover the spread.
For those who focus on prop bets, this should involve looking at blocks, especially defensively, and considering Sengun for a double-double should not be ruled out as he has been on fire lately. The total may well be in the over since both have a dangerous offense.
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Score Prediction: Warriors 115, Rockets 112.
Hilbert Mayer
Sports Writer
Hilbert Mayer is a professional sports writer, betting analyst, and content strategist with over 15 years of experience in the sports industry. Before focusing on sports betting analysis and handicapping, Hilbert worked as a sports writer for various news outlets, covering everything from game recaps to in-depth matchup features. Today, he specializes in MLB, NFL, March Madness, and UFC betting, combining his journalistic background with deep statistical expertise and real-world betting insights. His proven track record, sharp reads, and ability to break down complex matchups make him a trusted voice among both casual bettors and seasoned sharps.
Published on: December 5, 2024
Last updated: March 25, 2025