Houston Rockets vs. Philadelphia 76ers odds, predictions, and picks

On Friday night, the Houston Rockets (15-14) are hosted by the Philadelphia 76ers (21-9). The Toyota Center tip is set for 8:00 p.m. ET. Let’s examine the lines at BetMGM Sportsbook for the 76ers vs. Rockets game and provide our professional NBA predictions and picks.

Initial encounter; teams split two games in the previous season

On Wednesday, Philadelphia overcame the Orlando Magic 112-92 to earn a 2.5-point road underdog victory. G Tyrese Maxey led the team in scoring with 23 points on 9 of 18 shots, followed by 22 points apiece from F Tobias Harris and G De’Anthony Melton. F Paul Reed recorded 15 points and 10 rebounds for a double-double.

After losing 129-113 to the Phoenix Suns on Wednesday and failing to cover as a 2.5-point home underdog, Houston has now dropped its last two games. A team-high 25 points were scored by C Alperen Sengun, and 23 points were added by G Jalen Green on 6-of-12 three-point shooting. The Rockets’ field goal percentage was 41.7%.

Rockets vs. 76ers odds

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