The Houston Rockets will play against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. The game is set for Monday, February 2, 2026, at 7:00 PM. Fans can watch the game on FDSI.
The Rockets have a strong season record of 30-17. They recently won their last two games. The Pacers, on the other hand, have a record of 13-36. They also won their last two games. Both teams will look to continue their winning streaks.
Houston Rockets Team Preview
The Houston Rockets have been active on the court lately. They secured a 111-107 victory against the Dallas Mavericks on January 31, 2026. Amen Thompson stood out with 21 points, 8 rebounds, and 9 assists in that game.
The Rockets are averaging 116 points per game this season. They rank first in rebounds per game with 49.2. However, their two-point shooting is at 52.6%, which places them 28th in the league.
Kevin Durant is a top performer for the Rockets with an average of 26.2 points per game. Alperen Sengün also contributes significantly with 20.9 points and 9.2 rebounds per game. Amen Thompson is another key player, averaging 18.2 points and 7.7 rebounds per game.
Indiana Pacers Team Preview
The Indiana Pacers recently won their home game against the Atlanta Hawks with a score of 129-124. Andrew Nembhard led the team with 26 points, while Pascal Siakam added 25 points. Jarace Walker contributed with 10 rebounds, helping the Pacers secure the victory.
In the game against the Chicago Bulls, the Pacers won by three points, finishing 113-110. Andrew Nembhard played a crucial role with 18 points and nine assists. Despite shooting only 44.7% from the field, the team managed to hold on for the win.
The Pacers have struggled with their shooting percentages this season, ranking 29th in field goal percentage and last in effective field goal percentage. However, they excel at defending the three-point line, allowing the fewest three-pointers made per game. Injuries to key players like Tyrese Haliburton and Obi Toppin have impacted their performance, with both players currently out.
Betting Prediction
The Rockets are favored by 5.5 points against the Pacers. The Rockets have a strong defense, allowing only 109.9 points per game, which ranks 4th in the league. This could make it hard for the Pacers, who score 110.7 points per game, ranking 28th.
The Rockets also have a good offense, scoring 116.0 points per game. They are efficient with a 47.3% field goal percentage, which ranks 9th. The Pacers’ defense struggles, allowing 118.4 points per game, which is 25th in the league.
The Rockets are strong in rebounding, grabbing 49.2 rebounds per game, which ranks 1st. The Pacers allow 46.9 rebounds per game, ranking 27th. This could lead to more second-chance points for the Rockets, giving them an edge.
- Pick: Rockets -5.5
