Houston Rockets at Los Angeles Lakers 2/21/19 - NBA Betting Picks & Odds
Houston Rockets vs. Los Angeles Lakers
NBA: 10:30 PM EST
Feb. 21, 2019
TV: TNT
Latest Odds : HOU -2 Total 233
The Houston Rockets are set to visit the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California for a Western Conference clash against the Los Angeles Lakers. The Houston Rockets currently sit in the 5th spot of the West, and they will be looking to avoid a losing streak after dropping their latest game to the Minnesota Timberwolves, 121-111. MVP candidate James Harden led the way for the Houston Rockets with 42 points and 6 assists. Kenneth Faried was able to record a double-double with 12 points and 11 rebounds.
The Los Angeles Lakers are currently sitting outside of the playoff picture with a 28-29 record, and they will be looking to avoid a 3-game losing streak after dropping their latest game to the Atlanta Hawks, 117-113. LeBron James was able to record a triple-double in the loss as he contributed 28 points, 16 assists, and 11 rebounds. Kyle Kuzma and Brandon Ingram were able to have productive scoring games as they both contributed 19 points.
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James Harden is the leading scorer and assists guy for the Houston Rockets as he is averaging 36.6 PPG and 7.7 APG while also contributing 6.7 RPG. Kenneth Faried is averaging a double-double for the Rockets as the veteran contributes 15.6 PPG and 10.3 PPG. The Houston Rockets are shooting 44.6% from the field this season while connecting on 34.8% of their 3-point attempts.
LeBron James is leading the Los Angeles Lakers in scoring, rebounding, and assists as the veteran forward is averaging 26.8 PPG, 8.6 RPG, and 7.6 APG. Kyle Kuzma has developed well in his 2nd season as the forward is averaging 19.1 PPG and 5.6 RPG. The Los Angeles Lakers are shooting 47.3% from the field this season while connecting on 33.9% of their 3-point attempts.
Recent Betting Trends:
Rockets are 0-5 ATS in their last 5 games playing on 3 or more days rest.
Lakers are 5-2 ATS in their last 7 vs. Western Conference.
Over is 5-2-1 in Rockets last 8 after scoring 100 points or more in their previous game.
Over is 5-1 in Lakers last 6 Thursday games.
Free Betting Pick: Houston Rockets -2
The Houston Rockets are scheduled to get back Clint Capela for this matchup which is a difference maker considering he is one of the top rebounders and shot blockers in the NBA. James Harden has continued to give the Rockets monster efforts night in and night out, and he is coming off a week of rest from the all-star break. The Houston Rockets win and cover, 121-115.