Miami Heat at Houston Rockets Prediction For 12/29/2024

• Date: December 29, 2024
• Venue: Toyota Center

Betting Odds

Miami Heat vs Houston Rockets Win Probabilities

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Miami Heat vs Houston Rockets Betting Preview

On December 17, 2023, the Miami Heat will face off against the Houston Rockets at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas, with the game scheduled to tip off at 7:00 PM ET. This matchup presents a clear contrast in recent performance, as the Rockets enter with a solid 21-10 record, having won 21 of their last 30 games. Conversely, the Heat sit at 15-14 and are coming off a tough loss to the Atlanta Hawks, where they fell 120-110.

One notable factor for the Heat is that this game marks a back-to-back scenario, which could hinder their performance. With a game played just a day prior, Miami's players may struggle with fatigue against a well-rested Rockets squad. This has implications for bettors, as the Rockets are favored by 8.0 points, with a moneyline of -330, indicating a strong expectation of a Houston victory with an implied win probability of 74%. Meanwhile, the Heat's moneyline sits at +275, reflecting a 26% implied win probability.

Bettors interested in player props should keep an eye on Bam Adebayo’s Points, Rebounds, and Assists, which has emerged as the most popular betting market for this game. Additionally, sharp money seems to be leaning towards the Under in the total points market, currently priced at Under 31.5 Points, Rebounds, and Assists for Adebayo at -110, suggesting that some believe it may be mispriced and offers value.

Miami Heat vs Houston Rockets Prediction

Final Score: Miami Heat 104.57 vs Houston Rockets 114.04

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