The Houston Rockets'(20-23) visit the'Charlotte Hornets'(10-32) on Friday. Tip from Spectrum Center is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s'lines around the Rockets vs. Hornets'odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.
Season series: Rockets lead 1-0
The Rockets have lost back-to-back games after falling 137-131 in overtime against the Portland Trail Blazers on Wednesday while failing to cover as 10-point home favorites. C Alperen Sengun'scored a team-high 30 points and grabbed 10 rebounds for a double-double. G'Jalen Green'added 29 as 6 different Houston players scored in double figures. The team shot 53.2% from the field in the loss.
Charlotte fell 113-106 against the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday while failing to cover as a 2.5-point road underdog. F Brandon Miller'scored a team-high 23 points on 5-of-10 shooting from 3 while F Miles Bridges'(20 points, 10 rebounds) and C Nick Richards'(21, 10) each had a double-double. The Hornets shot 43.7% from the field in the loss.