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Rockets vs. Warriors Prediction, Odds, Best Prop Bets December 05, 2024

Red-Hot Rockets Aim to Extend Streak vs. Slumping Warriors

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The Houston Rockets roll into San Francisco riding a wave of momentum, their 15-7 record and 68.2% win percentage standing in sharp contrast to the Golden State Warriors' recent struggles. While the Warriors opened the season strong at 12-7, they've stumbled badly of late, losing five straight and just 4 of their last 10 to dip to 40% over that stretch.

Offense has been a major issue for Golden State, averaging just 107 points during the current skid after pouring in 116.1 per game on the season. Their shooting percentages have also taken a nosedive, plummeting to 41.9% from the field and 34.3% from deep over the last five after hitting at 45.8% and 37.3% clips, respectively, for the year.

Meanwhile, the Rockets have been a consistent scoring force, hovering around 114 points per game for the season. They've been even more prolific of late, averaging 118.1 points over their last 10 games while shooting a sizzling 44.4% from the floor. Houston's offensive balance has been key, dishing out nearly 23 assists while crashing the boards for just over 50 rebounds per contest.

Defensively, the Rockets have been limiting opponents to 106.8 points per game thanks to some stellar stretches, including holding teams under 108 points in 7 of their last 10. They'll look to maintain that intensity against a Warriors squad that has been susceptible to cold spells, getting outscored 113.8 to 107 during their current five-game slide.

With the Rockets surging and the Warriors mired in a funk, this matchup has all the makings of a clash of contrasting momentums. Houston will aim to extend its stellar play while Golden State desperately seeks a spark to reignite its offense and snap this prolonged skid.