Match Analysis: San Antonio Spurs vs Houston Rockets – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-11-07
- Time: 12:40 AM UTC
- Location: Frost Bank Center, San Antonio, TX
Game Overview
The San Antonio Spurs will host the Houston Rockets in an exciting NBA Cup group-stage matchup. Both teams have strong 5-2 records but the Spurs hold a slight home advantage and better recent performance within the Western Conference standings.
Key Factors to Consider
- Both the Spurs and Rockets boast identical 5-2 overall records, with Houston on a 5-game winning streak and San Antonio having recently lost 2 consecutive games. The Spurs have been more dominant at home with a 3-0 record, while the Rockets have performed well on the road going 3-1 away[2].
- The historical head-to-head data for this specific season meeting is limited due to the early stage of the season and NBA Cup format. Previous season data is unavailable in the sources. Both teams are closely matched statistically making head-to-head trends less decisive.
- There are no detailed injury reports available in the search results for either team. Key players such as Kevin Durant (Houston) and Victor Wembanyama (San Antonio) are actively contributing, with solid recent performance stats[2].
- The match is part of the NBA Cup group play and may carry extra motivation for both teams to secure important points early in the competition. Both teams are under spotlight with a competitive Western Conference this season[1][2].
- Houston Rockets are motivated by their current 5-game winning streak and strong away performance. San Antonio Spurs seek to bounce back from two losses and maintain their top-tier position in the conference, especially playing at home[2].
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Houston Rockets: -130, San Antonio Spurs: 110 | Houston Rockets to win | β β β ββ 65% |
| Spread | Houston Rockets: -1.5 (-118), San Antonio Spurs: +1.5 (-102) | Houston Rockets -1.5 | β β β ββ 60% |
| Over/under | Over 226.5: -115, Under 226.5: -105 | Over 226.5 points | β β β ββ 55% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Houston Rockets 1% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Over 226.5 -3% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Houston Rockets at 1% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 1.6% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
The game is expected to be tightly contested. Given the Rockets' current form and winning streak, combined with Spursβ home advantage, a narrow Rockets win by a margin of 2-4 points is predicted.
Predicted Score: Houston Rockets 116 – San Antonio Spurs 112