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Houston vs. Miami. NBA Match Prediction
On December 30, Houston and Miami will meet as part of the NBA regular championship. Will the Rockets be able to rehabilitate themselves for their defeat in the last round, or will the Heat find the strength to show their class without their leader? - read our forecast
Command Analysis
Houston Rockets
USACurrent form
The Rockets deserve praise for their performance this season. Ime Udoka charges are showing bright attacking basketball, while demonstrating reliable play in defense. The team young players are actively progressing, and this gives reason to hope for a great future for the club.
In the last match, Houston lost to Minnesota (112:113), and the outcome of the match was decided by just one accurate throw of the opponent at the end. Despite the disappointment, the team is focused on rehabilitation, especially in the upcoming home match against Miami.
Disqualifications and injuries
There are no problems with the composition.
Interesting facts for betting
The Rockets have lost only once in their last five games.
Probable lineup: Thompson - Smith Jr., Shengyun - VanVleet, Green.
Miami Heat
USACurrent form
The Lights are gradually losing their positions in the Eastern Conference, and this is not surprising. The team clearly misses Jimmy Butler, who is rumored to be ready for a trade. In the last match, Miami played without the star guard and lost to Atlanta (110:120).
The club is in a difficult situation that requires restructuring, which complicates the game in away games. Erik Spoelstra charges will have to look for new options to give battle to one of the leaders of the Western Conference.
Disqualifications and injuries
Josh Richardson and Drew Smith are out next game with injuries, and Jimmy Butler is questionable.
Interesting facts for betting
The Heat have won 4 of their last 5 head-to-head matches.
Probable lineup: Highsmith - Jaquez, Adebayo - Herro, Robinson.
Trends
Houston IT bet over 108.5 points
The Rockets have scored more than 108 points per game in each of their last five games.
1.63Bet 1st quarter: total over 54.5 points
In 4 of the last 5 head-to-head games, more than 54 points were scored in the first quarter.
1.74Tip and bets
Jimmy Butler is unlikely to take the court in the upcoming game. His absence is a serious loss for Miami, as the team entire game was built around the experienced guard. The Heat will need time to find new solutions, so their current form leaves much to be desired.
Houston, on the contrary, is in good shape and will strive to rehabilitate after an offensive defeat. Playing at home will add motivation to the Rockets. At the moment, the hosts look stronger and have a better chance of winning.
Our prediction is a Houston victory with a handicap of (-5.5) points for 1.74
Bet on total
Houston is an attacking team, while Miami without Butler has noticeably reduced their level of aggression in attack. We assume that with such problems, the visitors are unlikely to exceed the total in the match.
Forecast - total under 217.5 points for 1.71
Bet on statistics
Without Jimmy Butler, the Flames have lost their offensive firepower. Houston defense is capable of neutralizing the opponent attempts, which will likely limit the visitors' scoring.
Prediction - Miami individual total under 105.5 points for 1.77
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