- Match-Up: Phoenix Suns vs Houston Rockets
- Date: Friday, December 5, 2025
- Venue: Toyota Center, Houston, TX
- Broadcast: Space City Home Network
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The Houston Rockets (14-5) are set to face off against the Phoenix Suns (13-9) at the Toyota Center this Friday.
The Suns recently triumphed over the Lakers, winning 125-108. In terms of fouls, the Suns recorded 16, while the Lakers had 13. Phoenix successfully converted 13 of their 33 attempts from beyond the arc. The Lakers hit 86.7% from the free-throw line, making 13 out of 15 attempts. Los Angeles secured 39 rebounds (5 offensive, 34 defensive) and recorded 1 block. They also contributed 18 assists and secured 1 steal. Defensively, the Suns allowed their opponent to shoot 51.3% from the floor, hitting 41 of 80 shots. They had a total of 35 assists and forced 22 turnovers while notching 16 steals. On the boards, they gathered 33 total rebounds, with 4 on the offensive end. Phoenix finished with a 56.5% field goal percentage (52 of 92) and made 17 of their 39 three-point attempts.
Dillon Brooks was a standout performer in this game, scoring 33 points on 15 of 26 shooting. He played for 33 minutes, contributing 2 rebounds and boasting an impressive 57.7% shooting efficiency, along with 2 assists.
The Phoenix Suns come into this game with a 13-9 win-loss record for the season. They average 117.0 points per game (ranked 17th in the league) while shooting 47.2% from the field. The team connects on 37.7% of their three-point attempts (333 of 883) and holds a free-throw shooting percentage of 79.4%. Phoenix averages 42.9 rebounds per game and has tallied 570 assists this season, placing them 14th in team assists. They turn the ball over 16.1 times a game and commit an average of 22.7 personal fouls.
On defense, the Suns are forcing 17.1 turnovers per game and drawing 19.7 fouls. They allow opponents a 35.9% shooting percentage from beyond the arc and are currently ranked 7th in opponent points allowed per game (113.7). The team allows a field goal percentage of 47.2% (892 of 1,891) and collects 41.5 rebounds per game, ranking 14th in assists surrendered with 563.
In their most recent outing, the Rockets secured a victory over the Kings, finishing 121-95. On the boards, Houston allowed Sacramento to grab 32 rebounds, including 12 offensive boards. They shot 29.4% from three-point range, hitting 10 of 34 attempts, and finished 5 of 10 from the free-throw line (50.0%). Sacramento hit 40 of 97 shots from the floor, achieving a shooting percentage of 41.2%. Houston shot 52.7% overall, making 48 of 91 field goal attempts and hitting 5 of 16 three-pointers (31.3%). They successfully converted 20 free throws at 83.3%, while Sacramento was whistled for 17 fouls, sending the Rockets to the line 24 times. Houston also forced 18 turnovers while earning 10 steals and grabbed a total of 62 rebounds (45 defensive and 17 offensive).
Alperen Sengun made a notable contribution for the Rockets, scoring 28 points in 30 minutes along with 3 assists. He shot 11 of 20 (55.0%) and collected 10 rebounds.
The Rockets currently hold a 14-5 record for the season. Offensively, they shoot 48.2% from the field, ranking 8th in the NBA. Houston has amassed 2,313 points this season (121.7 per game), and they average 49.8 rebounds per game. Their assist average is 25.5 (22nd in the league), and they turn the ball over 15.4 times per game. The Rockets commit an average of 20.3 fouls and convert 78.7% of their free-throw attempts.
On the defensive end, the Rockets rank 2nd in the league for points per game allowed (110.3). They force 14.5 turnovers per game and permit opponents to shoot 45.3% from the field (5th in the NBA). Houston allows a 34.9% success rate from three-point range (253 of 724) and an opposing free-throw rate of 73.7%. They allow 24.9 assists and 38.5 rebounds per game, ranking 4th and 1st in the league, respectively.
Which team will prevail in tonight’s NBA game against the spread?
Prediction: Pick Phoenix
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