This match features one of the leaders against an outsider (ranked 5 in the zone Promotion ~ NBA (Play Offs: 1/8~finals) and 14).
In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Houston won 4.
Houston is undoubtedly in great shape (last 5 games: 4 wins).
Utah has been on a rough run of results (in the last 5 games, wins – 0).
Utah may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
In this match, Houston is the undeniable favorite.
There will not play in Houston: Adams S.
(Ankle Injury)
VanVleet F.
(Knee Injury)
There will not play in Utah: Collier I.
(Muscle Injury)
George K.
(Hamstring Injury)
Harkless E.
(Muscle Injury)
Jackson J.
(Knee Injury)
Kessler W.
(Shoulder Injury)
Markkanen L.
(Ankle Injury)
Nurkic J.
(Broken nose)
In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Houston won 11 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 9 matches, and goals 2386:2345. (average 119.3:117.3).
Including home matches between the teams, Houston won 7 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 1243:1176. (average 124.3:117.6).