Luka Doncic (Los Angeles Lakers) Under 8.5 Assists (-159)

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As Luka Doncic gears up to face the Houston Rockets, the smart money is on him falling short of 8.5 assists. While Doncic is undoubtedly a playmaker, recent trends suggest he's been more of a scorer in his last five games, averaging just 5.8 assists overall and 6 on the road. When looking specifically at his performance against the Rockets, he's averaged 7.4 assists-but that drops to 8.3 when playing away. In fact, his last four road games have seen him stay under this mark, hitting just 4 times in the last 12 attempts. With the Rockets' defense tightening up, Doncic might find it challenging to distribute the ball effectively, especially against a team that's been known to disrupt opposing offenses. Betting the under on his assists feels like a solid play in this matchup.

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