The Houston Rockets (+3.5, +140) are playing the Minnesota Timberwolves (-3.5, -160) at 8:10 PM EDT today. The over / under is set at 226.0.
The last time these two teams played was on March 10, 2020 when the Houston Rockets beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 117-111. In that game, the Houston Rockets were -12.5, but they didn’t cover the spread. Likewise, the total for that game was set at 249.5 and stayed under by 21.5 points.
Against the Spread
So, how have the Houston Rockets been doing against the spread? In their last 10 games, they’ve covered the spread 2 times. The Minnesota Timberwolves, on the other hand, have covered the spread in 4 of their last 10 games.
Totals Trends
The Houston Rockets have gone over in 4 of their last 10 games, while staying under in 6 of their last 10. Likewise, there’s been no significant trend for the Minnesota Timberwolves, as the total has gone over in 6 of their last 10 games, and stayed under in 4 of their last 10.
The Rockets have been the laughingstock of the NBA after suffering through a 20-game losing streak at one point. At 12-31 on the season, it is clear the organization is in disarray, especially considering they were in the Western Conference finals just 3 years ago. The trade of James Harden was clearly an indication that the organization is moving in a different direction. The Timberwolves haven’t fared much better, as they are just 10-34 on the season, actually placing them below the Rockets in the standings.
We’re following hot Shark Pick player niemSwordfish490 for this game and taking Minnesota Timberwolves -3.5 (-110). Always play responsibly and good luck!