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The Houston Rockets opened their account for the new NBA season after a home win against the Utah Jazz. They will once again face the Jazz, this time away from home, on Wednesday (October 26).
Utah started on a very positive note, as they're 3-1 for the season, beating the Denver Nuggets, Minnesota Timberwolves, and New Orleans Pelicans. Even with the departure of Mitchell Donovan and Rudy Gobert, the team looks bright and up and running. They will now host the Rockets at the Vivint Smart Home Arena in Texas.
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Houston Rockets vs Utah Jazz: Betting Odds
The Rockets have been rebuilding for over two seasons now. Gone are the days when James Harden and Chris Paul guided the team to the playoffs. They have a new bunch of players who are trying to take the team forward, which takes time.
They lost their opening three games of the season, starting with the Atlanta Hawks (117-107), Memphis Grizzlies (129-122) and Milwaukee Bucks (125-105). The Rockets' first win of the campaign came against the Jazz (114-108). The offense doesn't seem to be as big a problem compared to the defense. They have been conceding a lot more than what they're scoring.
Houston Rockets vs Utah Jazz: Match Details
Fixture: Houston Rockets @ Utah Jazz
Date & Time: Wednesday, October 26; 09:00 pm EDT
Venue: Vivint Smart Home Arena, Salt Lake City, Utah
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Houston Rockets vs Utah Jazz: Important Statistics
The Jazz are 7-3 in their last ten meetings with the Rockets. Four of ten games have crossed the 230-point mark. The Jazz are averaging 121.3 points per game, 29.5 assists, and 47.5 rebounds.
They are second in the West, behind the Portland Trail Blazers. Utah is averaging 112.0 ppg, including 48.3 rebounds and 20.0 assists, and rank 12th in the West.
Houston Rockets vs Utah Jazz: Pick
Jordan Clarkson has come into his own since key players left the team in the off-season. Hs's starting in the playing five and has been consistent with his performances.
Following the Jazz's defeat in the previous game, he will look to make a difference here. Clarkson has averaged 18.5 ppg, including 5.3 assists and 3.8 rebounds in four games.
Pick: Jordan Clarkson Total Points Over 18.5 (+100)
Houston Rockets vs Utah Jazz: Prediction
The Rockets beat the Jazz last time but face a challenge to repeat that here. Utah is playing at home and will be ready to avenge that loss. The Rockets have a slim chance of beating the Jazz away. Expect a high-scoring encounter.
Prediction: Utah Jazz -5.5 (-110) and Total Over 232.5 (-110)
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