Rockets vs. Jazz Picks and Prediction – 3/27/2025

Houston Rockets (47-26) vs. Utah Jazz (16-57)
Time: 9:00 PM ET
Location: Delta Center, Salt Lake City, UT
TV: NBA TV

Previous Games:

• Rockets: Coming off a 121-114 win over Atlanta

• Jazz: Lost 140-103 to Memphis

Head-to-Head:

Houston has been in great form, winning 9 of their last 10 games. Utah, on the other hand, has struggled all season and comes into this game on a 3-game losing streak. Given the discrepancy in overall team quality, Houston is the heavy favorite.

Houston Rockets Breakdown:

The Rockets have been dominant, with a solid 47-26 record and currently ranked 2nd in the Western Conference. Houston is riding a strong 9-1 run, bolstered by the stellar play of Jalen Green, who is averaging 21.5 PPG. They also lead the NBA in rebounds, which has been a key factor in their recent success. Defensively, the Rockets are among the top 3 teams in the league, making them a tough matchup for any opponent.

Key Players:

• Jalen Green: 21.5 PPG, 4.5 RPG

• Alperen Sengun: 15.2 PPG, 9.3 RPG

Utah Jazz Breakdown:

Utah, with a 16-57 record, sits at the bottom of the Western Conference. They’ve been struggling on both ends of the floor, and their defense ranks 29th in the league with a 120.3 defensive rating. Despite Isaiah Collier's 21 points in their latest loss to Memphis, the Jazz simply lack the talent and depth to compete against a team like the Rockets.

Key Players:

• Isaiah Collier: 21 PPG, 5.5 APG

• Johnny Juzang: 15 PPG, 5 APG

Betting Trends:

Houston Rockets:

• 1-5 ATS in their last 6 games.

• The over has hit in 5 of their last 7 games.

• 10-1 SU in their last 11 games.

Utah Jazz:

• 1-6 ATS in their last 7 games.

• The under has hit in 6 of their last 9 games.

• 1-13 SU in their last 14 games.

Exact Score Prediction:

Houston Rockets 118 – Utah Jazz 104

Our Best Bet:

Houston Rockets -13.5 (-110)

The Rockets have been on a tear, and with Utah’s defensive struggles, they should easily cover the spread in this matchup.