<p>The Phoenix Suns head to the Toyota Center to play the Houston Rockets on January 5, 2026, at 8:00 PM. The Suns come into this game with a record of 21-14. They are 9-9 in away games. Head Coach Jordan Ott leads the team, currently ranked seventh in the Western Conference. The Suns have won their last two games, including a close win against the Oklahoma City Thunder.</p> <p>The Houston Rockets, coached by Ime Udoka, hold a record of 21-11. They have been strong at home with a 10-2 record. The Rockets are fourth in the Western Conference. Their recent game ended in a loss to the Dallas Mavericks, but they have performed well in previous games. Fans can watch the game on SCHN.</p> <h2>Suns vs Rockets Game Day Info</h2> <ul><li>Sport: NBA</li><li>Teams: Phoenix Suns vs. Houston Rockets</li><li>Venue: Toyota Center</li><li>Date: Monday, January 5, 2026</li><li>Betting Odds: Suns +8.5 (-114), Rockets -8.5 (-108)</li></ul> <h2>Phoenix Suns Team Preview</h2> <p>The Phoenix Suns are coming off a recent win against the Oklahoma City Thunder, edging them out 108-105. Devin Booker led the team with 24 points, while Jordan Goodwin added 26 points. Dillon Brooks also contributed with 22 points, showing strong performances in recent games.</p> <p>Throughout the season, the Suns have averaged 115.3 points per game, placing them 20th in the league. They rank high in three-point shooting, with 14.1 made per game, which is 8th in the league. However, their free throw attempts are low, ranking 28th with just 21.6 per game.</p> <p>Key players for the Suns include Devin Booker and Dillon Brooks, who are consistent scorers. Booker averages 25.7 points per game, while Brooks adds 21.4 points. On the defensive side, the Suns allow 113.2 points per game, ranking them 6th in the league for points allowed.</p> <h2>Houston Rockets Team Preview</h2> <p>The Houston Rockets are coming off a mixed set of recent games. They lost to the Dallas Mavericks by 6 points, with Kevin Durant scoring 34 points. In their previous game, they secured a 24-point win against the Brooklyn Nets, where Alperen Sengün and Amen Thompson both shined.</p> <p>This season, the Rockets rank 5th in the league for points per game at 120.0. They lead in two-point attempts per game and rebounds per game. However, they are 21st in two-point percentage, which shows room for improvement.</p> <p>Kevin Durant is leading the team with an average of 25.7 points per game. Amen Thompson and Jabari Smith Jr. also contribute significantly to the team's performance. However, the team faces challenges with injuries, as Steven Adams is questionable and both Fred VanVleet and Alperen Sengün are out.</p> <h2>BTB Betting Pick</h2> <p>The Suns are getting +8.5 points in this game against the Rockets. The Rockets score 120.0 points per game, while the Suns allow 113.2 points. With the Suns' defense ranking high in limiting opponent shots, the Suns +8.5 is the pick against the spread. The projected score is Rockets 116, Suns 110.</p> <p>The total for the game is set at 223.5 points. The Suns score 115.3 points per game and the Rockets allow 111.4 points. Both teams have strong defenses, which suggests a lower scoring game. The under 223.5 is the recommended pick. The projected total score is 226 points, but the defenses are likely to keep it below the line.</p>

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