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Houston vs. Golden State. Forecast for the NBA match
On February 14, Houston will host Golden State in Texas. The hosts are starting to gradually rectify the situation after a difficult period, but the absence of Fred Vanvleet still prevents them from reaching their previous level. In turn, the Warriors are fighting for a place in the playoffs, and the recent transfer of Jimmy Butler has added new attacking opportunities to the team. Will the guests be able to take advantage of the opponent's weaknesses and break the series of failures? - find out in our forecast
Command Analysis
Houston Rockets
USACurrent form
The Rockets are trying to stabilize their game after a difficult stretch in which they lost ground in the Western Conference. Fred Vanvleet's absence affected the team's results – after six consecutive defeats, the club finally managed to pull itself together.
The wards of Ime Udoka were able to beat Toronto (94:87), and then dealt with Phoenix (119:111). These victories instilled confidence in the team, and the main success factor was Dillon Brooks and Jalen Green, who took on most of the attacking action.
Despite the positive changes, Houston is still far from its optimal form. The team is fourth in the West, but the fight for higher positions continues. In the upcoming match, the Rockets will play their third consecutive meeting on home court, and this time they will face a serious test – Golden State will come to visit.
Disqualifications and injuries
Jabari Smith Jr., Fred Vanvleet and Cody Zeller will not play in the next match due to injuries.
Interesting facts for betting
The Rockets have 17 home wins this season.
Approximate line-up: Eason - Brooks, Shengyun - Green, Thompson.
Golden State Warriors
USACurrent form
The Warriors are trying their best to stay in the top ten of the West, but lack of stability prevents the team from rising higher. Steve Kerr's team continues to alternate successful matches with defeats.
In the last match, Golden State lost to Dallas (107:111). It was a special meeting, as two old friends, Stephen Curry and Clay Thompson, came together on the floor. Despite the efforts of the former, the team was unable to achieve a positive result.
However, Jimmy Butler's transfer gives the fans hope. The star newcomer has already proved himself in attack. Now the Warriors face a difficult task – to win on the road against a fit Houston.
Disqualifications and injuries
Jonathan Kuminga will not be playing on the floor due to health problems.
Interesting facts for betting
In 4 of the last 5 face-to-face matches, the Warriors celebrated the victory.
Approximate composition: Green Butler, Post-Heal, Curry.
Trends
The rate is the 1st quarter. Golden State victory
In 3 of the last 5 head-to-head matches, the Warriors won in the first quarter.
2.351st quarterbet: total over 51.5 points
In 3 of the last 5 face-to-face matches, more than 51 points were scored in the first quarter.
1.71Tip and bets
The match promises to be intense, as both teams have their own ambitions. Houston returned to winning ways after a series of setbacks, but the absence of Fred Vanvleet is still affecting. The club built most of the game around this point guard, and after his injury they had to rebuild. The Rockets are aiming for a third win in a row, but this time a worthy opponent is coming to visit.
Golden State is still in the play-in zone and has clearly improved its offense since Jimmy Butler arrived. Steve Kerr's players are motivated to rehabilitate themselves for their recent defeat, which means they will do their best to take advantage of Houston's problems and take back the victory.
Our forecast is a Golden State victory, taking into account overtime in 2.00
Bet on the total
Houston, after six consecutive defeats, clearly drew conclusions and began to play more aggressively. In recent matches, the team has improved in attack, which has become the key to success.
Golden State also needs to score points, so they obviously won't sit on the defensive. Jimmy Butler will play an important role, adding to the Warriors' attacking power. We assume that the teams will show productive basketball, and the overall total will be broken.
Forecast - total more than 217 points in 1.90
Betting on statistics
Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler form a new attacking threat for the rivals, and Houston will be no exception. The defense of the hosts is not their strong suit, and this can be a decisive factor in the match. We assume that the guests will actively use their chances under the ring and will be able to break through the individual total.
Prediction – Golden State's individual total is over 104 points in 1.78
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