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NBA TOP PICK 2026-01-20 · Evening Edition WIN

Spurs vs. Rockets

Spurs vs. Rockets Under 225.5
61%
Entry Price
$500K
Volume
8:00 PM ET
Game Time (ET)
+0.39u
P&L

ANALYSIS

We are siding with the Under as Houston’s elite defense (3rd in NBA DRtg) anchors a matchup where both teams are missing critical playmakers, including the injured Fred VanVleet and San Antonio's Devin Vassell. The Rockets’ offensive efficiency has plummeted to 25th in the league since January 1st, and with the Spurs entering the second night of a back-to-back, their documented 12.4% road scoring dip is expected to intensify. Given Houston’s recent 'mud-fight' style that saw a 110-105 defensive grind against Minnesota, the 0.61 market probability for a low-scoring environment is heavily reinforced by current form.
Key Data
Def Rating: 4th, Pace: 26th, Spurs Road Off-Efficiency Drop: 12.4%

OUTCOME

San Antonio Spurs 106 - Houston Rockets 111
Graded from ESPN final score

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