Thunder vs. Rockets Prediction: Oklahoma City Predicted to Win Sunday's NBA Matchup [12/1/2024]

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Our expert prediction for Sunday's Oklahoma City Thunder vs Houston Rockets matchup.

Oklahoma City Thunder-Houston Rockets Predictions and Game Preview.
Toyota Center sets the stage for the NBA matchup between the Oklahoma City Thunder and Houston Rockets this Sunday.

The Houston Rockets will face the Oklahoma City Thunder in NBA action at Toyota Center on Sunday, beginning at 7:00PM ET.

The Rockets, powered by Alperen Sengun, Jalen Green and Fred VanVleet, will face off against the Thunder, whose lineup includes Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams and Isaiah Hartenstein.

Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' advanced NBA model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Thunder as the most likely winner of today's game.

"Using the most recent data, our experts ran 10,000 simulations of Sunday's Oklahoma City-Houston game," said Damien Souness from Dimers.

"After accounting for recent updates and other variables, our prediction shows the Thunder with a win probability of 56%, while the Rockets have 44%."

For expanded analysis of Sunday's matchup, including the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Thunder vs. Rockets predictions page.

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Thunder vs. Rockets Game-Day Updates and Essential Details

Sunday's action between the Rockets and Thunder at Toyota Center is scheduled to begin at 7:00PM ET.

Dimers.com's full preview of Sunday's Thunder vs. Rockets matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.

Before making any Oklahoma City vs. Houston picks, be sure to check out the latest NBA predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.

Thunder vs. Rockets Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Spread?

Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Sunday's NBA game between the Thunder and Rockets 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.

Our famous predictive model gives the Thunder a 56% chance of defeating the Rockets. Our predicted final score has the Thunder winning 110-109.

According to our model, the Thunder (-1.5) have a 52% chance of covering the spread, while the 220.5-point over/under has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.

 

Thunder vs. Rockets Odds

We have researched the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type Thunder Rockets
Spread -1.5 (-105) +1.5 (-112)
Moneyline -112 +100
Total o220.5 (-110) u220.5 (-110)

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Thunder vs. Rockets Picks

Our model's biggest edge in today's Thunder vs. Rockets matchup is on the moneyline.

Our expert predictions, matched against the latest odds, reveal the best NBA picks for every game throughout the season.

Unlimited access to our complete suite of picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.

Thunder vs. Rockets Player Props

NBA prop bets are a great way to wager on the Thunder vs. Rockets game without necessarily betting on the outcome. We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at Toyota Center.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is expected to lead the Thunder in scoring, while Alperen Sengun is projected to be the top scorer for the Rockets.

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 Thunder, with a 56% win probability, will likely beat the Rockets on Sunday.

AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Thunder vs. Rockets insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn 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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Jason Bevilacqua
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.

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