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The Houston Rockets will travel to the Barclays Center for a matchup against the Brooklyn Nets on Tuesday, Apr. 5. Both teams have faced off only once previously this season, with the Rockets prevailing 114-104 win on that occasion.
The Rockets are coming off a disappointing 139-132 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday. Jalen Green scored 31 points on 66.7% shooting. In the process, he joined Michael Jordan and Allen Iverson as the third rookie to have over four 30-point games in their rookie season.
Josh Christopher added 30 points off the bench, but their efforts were not enough, as the Timberwolves' Big 3 of Anthony Edwards, Karl-Anthony Towns and D'Angelo Russell combined to score 83 points to lead them to a win.
The Nets, meanwhile, are coming off a 122-115 loss to the Atlanta Hawks on Saturday. Kevin Durant racked up a career-high 55 points, but that wasn't enough to help the Nets get over the line.
Once again, the Nets' defense proved to be a problem, as Trae Young was allowed to score 36 points. The Hawks were fabulous in the first half, and they kept the pressure on, making vital baskets in the second to grab a vital win.
Houston Rockets Injury Report
The Rockets have reported three players to be out due to injury. Dennis Schroder is out due to left shoulder soreness. Eric Gordon has been ruled out due to right groin soreness, while Christian Wood has been ruled out due to left hamstring tightness.
Brooklyn Nets Injury Report
The Nets have reported six players as part of their injury report. Joe Harris and Ben Simmons have been indefinitely ruled out for the season due to injuries. Goran Dragic has been listed out, as he has entered the league's health and safety protocols. James Johnson and Seth Curry have been listed as questionable, while Bruce Brown has been reported as probable due to a non-COVID-19 related illness.
Houston Rockets vs Brooklyn Nets Betting Odds & Spreads - April 5, 2022
The Nets have been picked as the overwhelming favorites in this game due to the poor record the Rockets have had this season. Although the Nets are also not in the best form, they have the likes of Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant, who could turn the tables quickly in favor of the Nets. The Rockets are not great defensively, so the star duo of the Nets could take advantage of that and help the team get a crucial win at home.
Odds sourced from BetMGM SB
Houston Rockets vs Brooklyn Nets Betting Tips
Houston Rockets
- The Rockets have gone over the total in 43 of their games.
- The Rockets have won only two of their last 10 games on the road.
- Jalen Green is averaging 30.2 PPG in his last five appearances.
Click here to bet on BetMGM SB on Jalen Green scoring over 25 points against the Nets.
Brooklyn Nets
- The Nets have won four of their last 10 games on the road.
- Kevin Durant is averaging 34.4 PPG, 7.2 RPG and 6.2 APG in his last five appearances.
- The Nets have a 7-6 record with Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant.
Click here to bet on BetMGM SB on Kevin Durant scoring over 30 points against the Rockets.
Houston Rockets vs Brooklyn Nets Predicted Starting Lineups
Houston Rockets
The Rockets should start Jalen Green and Kevin Porter Jr. in the backcourt. Garrison Mathews and Jae'Sean Tate should share the frontcourt, while Alperen Sengun starts at center. Josh Christopher and Kenyon Martin Jr. could play the most minutes off the bench.
Brooklyn Nets
The Nets should start Kyrie Irving and Patty Mills in the backcourt. If Bruce Brown is unable to play the game, Kessler Edwards could start in the frontcourt alongside Kevin Durant, while Andre Drummond keeps his position at center.
- The Rockets have won six of the last 10 games between the two teams.
- The Nets are 17-21 at home, while the Rockets are 9-30 on the road.
- The Nets are 12-17 against Western Conference teams, while the Rockets have a 9-18 record against Eastern Conference teams.
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Houston Rockets vs Brooklyn Nets Predicted Starting 5s
Houston Rockets
Point Guard - Jalen Green | Shooting Guard - Kevin Porter Jr. | Small Forward - Garrison Matthews | Power Forward - Jae'Sean Tate | Center - Alperen Sengun.
Brooklyn Nets
Point Guard - Kyrie Irving | Shooting Guard - Patty Mills | Small Forward - Kevin Durant | Power Forward - Kessler Edwards | Center - Andre Drummond.
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