Charlotte Hornets vs Houston Rockets Betting Pick & Prediction for 2/5

The Charlotte Hornets will visit the Houston Rockets at the Toyota Center on Thursday, February 5, 2026, at 8:00 PM. The game will air on SCHN. The Hornets, led by Head Coach Charles Lee, hold a record of 23-28 this season. They are currently 11th in the Eastern Conference.

The Rockets, coached by Ime Udoka, have a 31-18 record. They are 4th in the Western Conference. The Rockets aim to bounce back after a recent loss, while the Hornets look to continue their winning streak. Both teams are set for an exciting game.

Hornets vs Rockets Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Charlotte Hornets vs. Houston Rockets
  • Venue: Toyota Center
  • Date: Thursday, February 5, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Rockets -3.5 (-113), Hornets +3.5 (-109), Rockets MoneyLine -166, Hornets MoneyLine +138

Charlotte Hornets Team Preview

The Charlotte Hornets have been on a winning streak, securing victories in their last five games. Their recent game against the New Orleans Pelicans ended with a 102-95 win. LaMelo Ball played a key role, scoring 24 points and adding 8 rebounds and 5 assists.

Throughout the season, the Hornets have averaged 116 points per game. They rank high in three-point shooting, making 15.2 three-pointers per game. Their defense has been solid, allowing 114.2 points per game and leading the league in steals.

Brandon Miller and LaMelo Ball have been standout players this season. Miller averages 20.6 points per game, while Ball contributes 19.1 points and 7.5 assists per game. The team will rely on their performances in the upcoming game against the Houston Rockets.

Houston Rockets Team Preview

The Houston Rockets recently faced the Boston Celtics at home. They lost 114-93, with the team shooting 41.5% from the field. Alperen Sengün and Jabari Smith Jr. each scored 13 points, while Kevin Durant added 15 points.

In their game against the Indiana Pacers, the Rockets secured a 118-114 win. Alperen Sengün had an impressive performance, scoring 39 points and grabbing 16 rebounds. Amen Thompson contributed 16 points, 11 rebounds, and 7 assists.

In another home game, the Rockets beat the Dallas Mavericks 111-107. Amen Thompson led the team with 21 points, while Sengün added 14 points and 14 rebounds. Jabari Smith Jr. scored 19 points and collected 8 rebounds.

BTB Betting Pick

The Rockets are favored by 3.5 points in this game. They have a strong defense, allowing only 110.1 points per game, which ranks 4th. Given this, the Rockets are likely to cover the spread with a projected score of Rockets 118, Hornets 112.

The total for the game is set at 217.5 points. Both teams have solid offensive stats, with the Hornets scoring 116 points per game and the Rockets scoring 115.5. With these numbers, the game should go over the total, reaching a projected total of 230 points.