- Matchup: Houston Rockets vs Portland Trail Blazers
- Date: Wednesday, January 7, 2026
- Venue: Moda Center, Portland, OR
- Broadcast: Rip City Television Network
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The Houston Rockets, boasting a 22-11 record, will make their way to Moda Center on Wednesday, set to face the Portland Trail Blazers, who sit at 17-20.
The Rockets are coming off a tightly contested victory against the Suns, winning 100-97. Houston shot 43.7% from the field, hitting 38 out of 87 attempts, and struggled from beyond the arc, making just 9 of 37. Their free throw performance was solid, sinking 15 of their 21 shots, totaling a 71.4% success rate. On the boards, they secured 51 rebounds, with 15 on the offensive end, and registered 20 assists, while forcing 13 turnovers and recording 5 steals. Defensively, Houston allowed a shooting percentage of 42.0% from the field, with the Suns converting 37 of 88 shots. Phoenix contributed 23 assists and 11 steals, while collecting 40 rebounds (11 offensive, 29 defensive) and achieving 75.0% from the free throw line by knocking down 9 of 12 attempts. Both teams had their fair share of fouls, with Houston committing 11 and Phoenix 14.
In the prior matchup, Kevin Durant was a standout performer. He finished with a field goal percentage of 42.9%, contributing 4 assists, and logged 39 minutes on the court collecting 10 rebounds and scoring 26 points on 9 of 21 shooting.
Entering this matchup, Houston’s season record stands at 22-11. They turn the ball over 16.0 times per game and average 19.6 personal fouls. As a team, they secure 48.8 rebounds per game and distribute 841 assists this season, ranking 27th in the league. Houston is converting 38.8% of their three-point attempts (391 of 1,009) and 77.8% from the charity stripe. They average 119.4 points per game, placing them 8th in the league, with a field goal percentage of 48.9%.
On defense, the Rockets force 13.8 turnovers per game and commit 21.2 fouls. They rank first in the NBA for assists allowed, conceding 798 this season. Their field goal defense stands at 46.4% (1,341 of 2,889), and they give up an average of 37.6 rebounds per game, holding opponents to 35.7% shooting from beyond the arc. Their defensive capabilities make them 3rd in the league, allowing just 111.0 points per game.
In their previous game, the Trail Blazers secured a commanding 137-117 win over the Jazz. Despite allowing Utah to grab 42 total rebounds (14 offensive), Portland showcased a strong shooting performance, finishing at 41.9% from three with 13 out of 31 shots made and hitting 14 of 17 free throws (82.4%). The Jazz managed to shoot 48.9% (45 of 92) against them. The Blazers capitalized on their offensive efficiency, shooting 52.7% from the field with 49 out of 93 attempts, including 39.6% from three, sinking 19 of 48. Despite Utah committing 19 fouls, which afforded Portland 21 free throw attempts, the Blazers also managed to recover 31 defensive rebounds and 14 offensive boards for a total of 45 rebounds.
Deni Avdija excelled with 33 points, shooting 52.6% (10 out of 19) and adding 8 rebounds and 9 assists in just over 29 minutes of play.
Portland’s record stands at 17-20 this season. Offensively, they shoot 44.8% from the field, ranking 29th in the league. The Trail Blazers have amassed 4,324 points this year (averaging 116.9 per game) and grab 45.6 rebounds per game. Their assist average is 24.8 (26th in the NBA), while they turn the ball over 17.0 times per game. Moreover, they commit 21.9 personal fouls and convert 77.5% from the free throw line.
Defensively, Portland ranks 23rd in the league, allowing 119.6 points per game. They force 15.3 turnovers and allow opponents to shoot 47.5% from the field (21st in the league). Their three-point defense gives up 35.7% on shots (460 of 1,287), with opposing teams shooting 80.8% from the free throw line. They also yield an average of 26.9 assists and 43.8 rebounds per game—placing them 18th and 14th in the league, respectively.
Who will cover the spread in tonight’s exciting NBA matchup?
Prediction: Choose Portland
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