San Antonio Spurs vs Houston Rockets : San Antonio Spurs -5 (-112)
Odds available at fanduel at time of publishingTaking a glance at the recent performances, the Spurs have been hitting higher marks than the Rockets, particularly at home. They've been averaging 124.6 points on their home turf over their last five games, comfortably eclipsing the Rockets' away average of 109.2. Although the Spurs' home defense has been leaky, letting in an average of 130 points, the Rockets have been conceding an even higher average of 117.2 on their travels. Spurs' overall team score in the last 5 games is a healthy 126.8, notably superior to the Rockets' 116. Furthermore, the head-to-head record is evenly poised at 2-2, indicating that these teams typically trade blow-for-blow. Simply put, the Spurs seem to have a slight edge, especially on their home court. Given these stats, it seems feasible to think the Spurs can cover a 5-point spread.
Devin Vassell (San Antonio Spurs) Over 19.5 Points + Rebounds + Assists (-125)
Odds available at fanduel at time of publishingWhen Devin Vassell puts on his Spurs jersey, his game just lights up. Especially on home court, where he's been racking up an average of 15.4 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 2.8 assists over the last five games. Now, let's consider the Rockets - a team Vassell has had a knack for cracking. In their recent matchups, he's been pulling in an average of 15.2 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 3.2 assists. Even more impressively, when the Rockets have visited San Antonio, Vassell's assists have jumped to 4 per game. Given these numbers, it's no wonder he's hit the over on Points + Rebounds + Assists in 8 of his last 10 home games. So, for Vassell to go over 19.5 in this matchup? Well, let's just say the stats are telling a pretty convincing story.