Houston Rockets Vs San Antonio Spurs Prediction, Preview, And Betting Odds
The San Antonio Spurs and Houston Rockets are set to clash in an exciting matchup on Monday, December 11, 2023, at 08:00 PM ET at the Toyota Center (Houston). Here’s a comprehensive preview of the game, including betting odds, and a game prediction.
- Date: December 11, 2023
- Time: 8:00 PM EST
- Location: Toyota Center, Houston, TX
- TV: AT&T SportsNet Southwest, Bally Sports Southwest
- Radio: 95.7 The Game (San Antonio), SportsRadio 610 (Houston)
Match Prediction San Antonio Spurs vs Houston Rockets
This is a close matchup between two teams going in different directions. The Rockets are currently struggling, while the Spurs are showing signs of improvement. However, the Rockets have a slight home-court advantage and should be able to pull out a close win.
Head to Head
The Rockets have won 9 of the last 10 meetings against the Spurs, including a 104-92 victory earlier this season. The Spurs last win over the Rockets came in December 2022.
San Antonio Spurs vs Houston Rockets Preview
The Houston Rockets (15-12) host the San Antonio Spurs (7-20) on Monday night in a game between two teams trending in opposite directions. The Rockets have won five of their last six games, while the Spurs have lost five of their last six.
Houston is led by the dynamic backcourt duo of Jalen Green and Kevin Porter Jr. who both average over 20 points per game. Jabari Smith Jr. and Alperen Sengun are also key contributors to the Rockets.
San Antonio is led by experienced players Keldon Johnson and Jakob Poeltl. The Spurs have struggled offensively this season, but have been a solid team defensively.
Houston Rockets vs San Antonio Spurs Betting Odds
Betting Trends:
- The Rockets are 11-5 ATS at home this season.
- The Spurs are 7-10 ATS on the road this season.
- The Over/Under is 7-9 in Spurs road games this season.
Picks:
- ATS: Rockets -8
- OU: Over 224.5
FAQs for San Antonio Spurs vs Houston Rockets
How did San Antonio get the Spurs?
The team started as the Dallas Chaparrals in the American Basketball Association (ABA). The Chaparrals were moderately successful, but the team was sold to a group of San Antonio businessmen in 1973, relocated, and renamed the Spurs.
Where is the new Spurs practice facility?
The multi-million dollar ‘Rock at La Cantera’ campus is set to open this fall. San Antonio – The Spurs gave the media a tour of their new training facility called the “Victory Capital Performance Center” on Wednesday. The new center is located in the ‘Rock at La Cantera’ campus next to Six Flag Fiesta Texas.
Why is San Antonio called the Spurs?
Adam Montalvo still has the letter from the organization back in 1973, stating his father won a contest to name the team. SAN ANTONIO — Across Adam Montalvo’s home are countless memories, one in particular dating back to 1973.
Who is number 1 on the Spurs?
Wembanyama is far from the first Spur to wear No. 1 for the team. Nineteen previous Spurs players have donned the number, starting with Mo Layton in 1977 on up to Lonnie Walker IV in 2022.
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Conclusion
This is a game that could go either way. The Rockets have the talent to win, but the Spurs are playing well at home. Ultimately, I think the Rockets will be able to pull out a close victory.
