This Monday night, on October 28, the Houston Rockets are set to take on the San Antonio Spurs at the Frost Bank Center, starting at 8:00 p.m. ET. The Rockets come in as 2.5-point favorites, despite facing challenges at the start of the season with a record of 1-2. Their last matchup against the Spurs ended in a narrow defeat, 109-106, leaving them with a 0-1 record on the road this season.
San Antonio, now at 1-1, bounced back from a loss against Dallas with a convincing victory over the Rockets. Victor Wembanyama’s stellar performance, scoring 29 points, was a testament to the Spurs’ exceptional shooting and rebounding skills. This victory has surely boosted the team’s confidence and reassured their fans.
Houston’s roster is brimming with potential, particularly with the likes of Jalen Green and Alperen Şengün. Their youth and energy bring a sense of optimism, despite the team’s recent inconsistencies. The Spurs, on the other hand, have found a winning formula by blending seasoned veterans with emerging talent, as seen in their improved execution against the Rockets.
Given Houston’s road challenges and San Antonio’s current momentum, the prediction leans towards a victory for the San Antonio Spurs.