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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Our expert prediction for Tuesday's Houston Rockets vs Washington Wizards matchup.
The Washington Wizards will face the favored Houston Rockets in NBA action at Capital One Arena on Tuesday, commencing at 7:00PM ET.
The Wizards, powered by Kyle Kuzma, Alexandre Sarr and Carlton Carrington, will face off against the Rockets, who feature Alperen Sengun, Jalen Green and Fred VanVleet.
Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' advanced NBA model (see Dimers Pro for full access) projects the Rockets as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Our team has analyzed the latest data and conducted 10,000 simulations for Tuesday's Houston-Washington game," said Damien Souness from Dimers.
"By incorporating recent updates and various factors, our prediction shows the Rockets with a win probability of 83%, compared to 17% for the Wizards."
For expanded analysis of Tuesday's matchup, including the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Rockets vs. Wizards predictions page.
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Tuesday's game between the Wizards and Rockets at Capital One Arena is scheduled to begin at 7:00PM ET.
- Who: Houston Rockets vs. Washington Wizards
- Date: Tuesday, January 7, 2025
- Time: 7:00PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Capital One Arena
- Tickets: Get tickets for the game on Ticketmaster
- Merchandise: Buy Wizards and Rockets gear at Fanatics
Dimers.com's comprehensive preview of Tuesday's Rockets vs. Wizards matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Houston vs. Washington picks, be sure to check out the latest NBA predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Rockets vs. Wizards Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Spread?
Using trusted machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the result of Tuesday's NBA game between the Rockets and Wizards 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Rockets an 83% chance of beating the Wizards. Our predicted final score has the Rockets winning 117-105.
According to our model, the Wizards (+13.5) have a 57% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 222.5 points has a 51% chance of going over.
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Rockets vs. Wizards Odds
We have sourced the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Rockets | Wizards |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -13.5 (-108) | +13.5 (-110) |
| Moneyline | -950 | +650 |
| Total | o222.5 (-110) | u222.5 (-108) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Rockets vs. Wizards Picks
Our model's biggest edge in today's Rockets vs. Wizards matchup is on the total.
Our expert predictions, aligned with the best odds, reveal the best NBA picks for every game throughout the season.
Unlimited access to our complete set of picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.
Rockets vs. Wizards Player Props
NBA player props are a great way to wager on Tuesday's Houston vs. Washington matchup without necessarily betting on the outcome. We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at Capital One Arena.
Alperen Sengun is expected to lead the Rockets in scoring, while Kyle Kuzma is projected to be the top scorer for the Wizards.
Dimers Pro users can access a full range of player props and projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and more, for every NBA game this season.
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Conclusion
We predict the Rockets, with an 83% win probability, will likely beat the Wizards on Tuesday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Rockets vs. Wizards insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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