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Houston vs Detroit. NBA Match Prediction
On January 20, Houston and Detroit will meet at the Toyota Center in Texas. The Rockets are in great shape and continue to confidently move towards the top of the Western Conference. At the same time, Detroit is trying to break the losing streak and return to the race for the top 6 in the East. Both teams have different goals, which makes the upcoming match even more intriguing. Will the Pistons be able to surprise the favorite, or will Houston continue its winning streak? - read our betting tip
Command Analysis
Houston Rockets
USACurrent form
The Rockets continue to strengthen their position at the top of the Western Conference. Ime Udoka team has shown impressive consistency, which allows them to compete with such strong opponents as Denver and Memphis. In recent matches, Houston demonstrated dominant play, beating Portland (125:103), Memphis twice in a row and Denver. The offensive line works without failures, and Alperen Şengün and Fred VanVleet are the key players who lead the team to victories.
Home support is becoming an important factor for the Rockets. The team plays more confidently at home, and Ime Udoka tactics allow them to get the most out of every match. In the upcoming game against Detroit, the hosts look like clear favorites.
Disqualifications and injuries
Jabari Smith Jr. will not play in next game with a hand injury.
Interesting facts for betting
The Rockets have won four of their last five games.
Probable lineup: Tate - Brooks, Shengyun - VanVleet, Green.
Detroit Pistons
USACurrent form
The Pistons continue to struggle for stability, but the results so far leave much to be desired. The team is in ninth place in the Eastern Conference, having lost the last two games in a row, first to Indiana (100:111), and then to Phoenix (121:125). Despite the losses, Cade Cunningham has demonstrated high individual form, scoring points in each match.
However, Detroit clearly lacks team chemistry and depth. Head coach J.B. Bickerstaff faces the problem of finding optimal solutions both in attack and defense. The next game against one of the leaders of the West, Houston, will be a real test, especially on the road.
Disqualifications and injuries
Jaden Ivey will not be able to help his team due to health problems.
Interesting facts for betting
The Pistons have lost only once in their last five road games.
Projected lineup: Harris - Thompson, Duren - Cunningham, Hardaway.
Trends
Bet 1st quarter. Houston win
The Rockets have won in the first quarter in 4 of their last 5 head-to-head games.
1.66Bet 1st quarter: total under 56.5 points
In 2 of the last 5 head-to-head games, more than 56 points were scored in the first quarter.
1.93Tip and bets
Detroit is capable of playing better, but inconsistency continues to plague the team. The Pistons have players who can set the pace and create scoring chances, but their upcoming away game against Houston will make their job more difficult. The Rockets are in better shape and have been consistent in their results. They have won important games against strong opponents like Denver and Memphis, which confirms their high level of play.
The home arena factor plays a key role in this match. Houston, with the support of its fans, can dictate the terms and dominate on the court. In our opinion, the Rockets will confirm their status as favorites and win again.
Our prediction is a Houston victory with a handicap of (-6.5) points for 1.74
Bet on total
Both teams are looking to play aggressively in attack. Houston has been showing high efficiency in recent matches, and Detroit has no choice but to try to impose a fight on the favorite. We expect the match to be spectacular and the teams to beat the total thanks to their active play.
Betting Tip - total over 220 points for 1.66
Bet on statistics
The Rockets have a strong offensive line that is superior to Detroit in level. Alperen Sengun and Fred VanVleet are in great shape, and their play will be a key factor in the match. We expect Houston to show a bright game in attack and break the individual total.
Prediction - Houston individual total over 115.5 points for 1.90
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