The NBA 2024-25 season kicked off last October, and since then both the Eastern and Western Conferences have been playing back-to-back matches in a hectic schedule. Each team has played around 58 matches from a total of 82.
In the Western Conference, defending champions Oklahoma City Thunder lead the standings with 46 wins and a 0.807 winning percentage.
Meanwhile, the Houston Rockets have made a good improvement from their last season’s performance. The Rockets finished 11th in the 2023-24 season. This season they are in the 4th position with 36 points and a 0.671 winning percentage.
Thunder will host the Houston Rockets on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City. The game is scheduled to tip off at 01:00 AM GMT.
Who will dominate Tuesday’s match? Below, we give you the NBA 2024-25 season: Oklahoma City Thunder vs Houston Rockets preview, lineup, form, and head-to-head stats.
Key Details
- Match Day and Date: Tuesday, March 4, 2025
- Time: 01:00 AM GMT
- Venue: Paycom Center, Oklahoma City
- Where to Watch in the UK: NBA App
Oklahoma City Thunder: Analysis and Team Preview
The Oklahoma City Thunder are currently leading the Western Conference with an impressive 46-11 (win-loss) record, averaging 118.4 points per game. (4th overall in the league). According to the NBA stats, they lead the defensive rating with 105.0 points. This balance gives them a league-best net rating of +12.6.
A significant contributor to the Thunder’s success is point guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. Shai is currently leading the league with an average of 32.3 points per game. He is also in the running for an MVP candidate spot this season.
Roster
- Guards: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (Jersey #2), Luguentz Dort (#5), Alex Caruso (#9), Isaiah Joe (#11), Adam Flagler (#14), Aaron Wiggins (#21), Cason Wallace (#22), Ajay Mitchell (#25), NikolaTopić (#44), Alex Ducas (#88)
- Guard-Forwards: Jalen Williams (#8), Kenrich Williams (#34)
- Forwards: Dillon Jones (#3), Jaylin Williams (#6), Ousmane Dieng (#13)
- Center Forwards: Chet Holmgren (#7), Isaiah Hartenstein (#55)
- Center: Branden Carlson (#15)
Injury Report
- Guard Ajay Mitchell ruled out for the next match
- Guard Nikola Topic ruled out due to a knee injury.
Leading Players
| Blocks (average per match) | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander | 1.07 |
| Assists (average per match) | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander | 6.1 |
| Rebounds (average per match) | Jalen Williams | 5.5 |
| Points | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander | 32.3 |
Oklahoma City Thunder: Recent Results
- Lost to Timberwolves 128–131 (25 February)
- Won against Timberwolves 130–123 (24 February)
- Won against Jazz 130–107 (22 February)
- Lost to Timberwolves 101–116 (16 February)
- Won against Heat 115–101 (13 February)
Houston Rockets: Analysis and Team Preview
Currently, the Houston Rockets hold a commendable 36-22 record, positioning them 4th in the Western Conference. The Rockets are averaging 112.9 points per game (16th in the league) and maintaining a strong defense by allowing 109.0 points per game (5th in the league). This results in a net rating of +3.9, ranking 7th overall.
Two key contributing players from the team are center Alperen Sengun and point guard Fred VanVleet. Alperen is averaging 19.0 points, 10.5 rebounds, and 4.9 assists per game. His exceptional play earned him an All-Star selection, the first for a Rockets player since the James Harden era.
Point Guard Fred VanVleet has contributed 14.6 points and 5.8 assists per game. However, he has been absent in recent games due to an ankle injury.
Roster
- Guards: Aaron Holiday (#0), Jack McVeigh (#58), Reed Sheppard (#15), Nate Williams (#19),
- Point Guard: Fred VanVleet (#5)
- Centers: Steven Adams (#12), N’Faly Dante (#3), Jock Landale (#2), Alperen Sengun (#28), Cody Zeller (#40)
- Shooting Forwards: Dillon Brooks (#9), Jae’Sean Tate (#8)
- Forwards: Tari Eason (#17), Amen Thompson (#1), Cam Whitmore (#7)
- Shooting Guard: Jalen Green (#4)
- Point Forwards: Jeff Green (#32), Jabari Smith Jr. (#10)
Injury Report
- Point Guard Fred VanVleet has been ruled out for the next game because of an ankle injury.
- Center Cody Zeller has been ruled out for the next match
Leading Players
| Blocks (average per match) | Amen Thompson | 1.28 |
| Assists (average per match) | Fred Van Vleet | 5.8 |
| Rebounds (average per match) | Alperen Sengun | 10.5 |
| Points | Jalen Green | 21.5 |
Houston Rockets: Recent Results
- Won against Bucks 100–97 (26 February)
- Lost to Jazz 115–124 (23 February)
- Won against Timberwolves 121–115 (22 February)
- Lost to Warriors 98–105 (14 February)
- Won against Suns 119–111 (13 February)
NBA 2024-25 Season: Form Guide
| Houston Rockets | Stats | Oklahoma City Thunder |
| 4th | Position | 1st |
| 36 | Wins | 46 |
| 22 | Losses | 11 |
| 0.621 | Winning Percentage | 0.807 |
| 10.5 | Games Back | n/a |
| 21-14 | Conference Record | 27-10 |
| 19-9 | Home Record | 25-4 |
| 17-12 | Away Record | 20-7 |
| 4-6 | Record Last 10 Games | 8-2 |
| W1 | Current Streak | L1 |
Houston Rockets vs Oklahoma City Thunder: Season Averages Per Game
| Houston Rockets | Stats | Oklahoma City Thunder |
| 112.9 | Points | 118.3 |
| 47.9 | Rebounds | 44.5 |
| 22.8 | Assists | 26.5 |
| 8.7 | Steals | 10.9 |
| 5.1 | Blocks | 5.7 |
| 13 | Turnovers | 11.3 |
| 44.7 | Field Goal% | 47.6 |
| 34.3 | 3 Point Field Goal% | 36.3 |
| 74.7 | Free Throws% | 82.3 |
| 50.8 | Points in the Paint | 50.6 |
| 17.9 | Second Chance Points | 14.5 |
| 17.9 | Fast Break Points | 16.1 |
Houston Rockets vs Oklahoma City Thunder: Last Five Matchups
The Thunder and the Houston Rockets have played against each other 241 times in the regular season with 123 victories for the Thunder and 118 for the Rockets. In their last five matches, the Thunder won five games while the Rockets won two.
- 15 December 2024: Rockets (17-9) 96 – 111 Thunder (20-5)
- 2 December 2024: Thunder (15-5) 116 – 119 Rockets (15-6)
- 9 November 2024: Rockets (5-4) 107 – 126 Thunder (8-1)
- 28 March 2024: Rockets (37-35) 132 – 126 Thunder (50-22)
- 28 February 20-24: Rockets (25-33) 95 – 112 Thunder (41-17)
Currently, Thunder is in excellent form and leads the standings. However, the Rockets are also having a good season, so punters should be prepared for a close match.
Odds as per 7bet
| Thunder (1) | x | Rockets (2) |
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