Rockets vs. Warriors Prediction
The Houston Rockets pulled even in their Western Conference Finals series with the Golden State Warriors by winning Game 2 at home. Now at Golden State for Game 3 tonight, can Houston secure another victory this time as a road underdog?
Game Snapshot
503 Houston Rockets at 504 Golden State Warriors
Sunday, May 20, 2018
Oracle Arena at 8PM ET
TV: TNT
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Public Betting Information
According to oddsmakers, the Warriors are an 8-point favorite on the spread line. The total is set at 226 points. As of Sunday afternoon, 63 percent of public bets are being placed on the Warriors. Check out our NBA Public Betting Page for the latest info.
Durant pours in 38 in loss
Many of the Warriors struggled in Game 2, but small forward Kevin Durant was his usual self as he poured in 38 points on 13-of-22 shooting. He connected on 3-of-7 3-pointers while also pulling down three rebounds. Steph Curry was the next-leading scorer as he scored 16, but shot only 7-of-19 from the field. Durant was still a team-worst minus-28 when he was on the floor, while Curry wasn’t much better at minus-20. The Warriors as a team shot 45 percent, but could only hit 9-of-30 3-pointers.
Tucker comes up big
Rockets small forward P.J. Tucker is known more for his defensive prowess and energy, but he put in a big effort on the offensive end in the 127-105 Game 2 win as he scored 22 points on 8-of-9 shooting. He was cooking from 3-point range as he made five of six attempts. Additionally, he grabbed seven rebounds while dishing out four assists and recording a steal. James Harden and Eric Gordon led Houston with 27 points apiece, while Trevor Ariza added 19.
NBA Betting Trends
Houston
The Rockets are 27-17 ATS in road games this season. Houston is 11-3 ATS in road games after scoring 115 points the previous game.
Golden State
The Warriors are 18-27 ATS in home games this season. Golden State is 39-52 ATS in all games this season.
Prediction:
Houston looked impressive and focused in Game 2, while the Warriors have been overpriced most of the season. It seems like eight points is a few too many here and I’m planning on taking advantage of it with a bet on the Rockets.
NBA DAILY PREDICTION: HOUSTON ROCKETS +8