Houston Rockets vs San Antonio Spurs Betting Pick & Prediction for 3/8

The Houston Rockets are set to play against the San Antonio Spurs on Sunday, March 8, 2026, at 8:00 PM. The game will take place at the Frost Bank Center and will be televised on NBC. The Rockets have a record of 39-23 and are currently third in the Western Conference, while the Spurs stand at 46-17, holding the second spot in the same conference.
Houston’s coach, Ime Udoka, will rely on key players like Kevin Durant and Alperen Sengün, who have been performing well this season. On the other hand, the Spurs, led by coach Mitch Johnson, will look to players like Victor Wembanyama and De’Aaron Fox. Both teams are part of the Southwest Division, making this game an important contest for standings and momentum.
Rockets vs Spurs Game Day Info
- Sport: NBA
- Teams: Houston Rockets vs. San Antonio Spurs
- Venue: Frost Bank Center
- Date: Sunday, March 8, 2026
- Betting Odds: Rockets Spread +5.5 (-112), Spurs Spread -5.5 (-110), Rockets MoneyLine +179, Spurs MoneyLine -215, Over/Under 222.5
Houston Rockets Team Preview
The Houston Rockets recently secured a win against the Portland Trail Blazers with a score of 106-99. Amen Thompson was a standout player, scoring 26 points and recording 7 rebounds and 7 assists. Alperen Sengün also contributed with 28 points and 6 rebounds in that game.
In their previous game against the Golden State Warriors, the Rockets faced a narrow loss, 115-113. Reed Sheppard led the team with 30 points and 6 assists. Kevin Durant added 23 points, but it was not enough to secure the win.
The Rockets have been performing well offensively, averaging 114.5 points per game this season. Their field goal percentage is 47.5, ranking them 10th in the league. Defensively, they allow 109.3 points per game, which places them 3rd in the NBA.
San Antonio Spurs Team Preview
The San Antonio Spurs have been strong in their recent games. They won against the Los Angeles Clippers with a score of 116-112. Victor Wembanyama led the team with 27 points and 10 rebounds.
In their win against the Detroit Pistons, the Spurs scored 121 points. Wembanyama again stood out with 38 points and 16 rebounds. De’Aaron Fox added 29 points and 5 rebounds to the effort.
During the away game against the Philadelphia 76ers, the Spurs won 131-91. Devin Vassell scored 22 points, showing his scoring ability. The team shot 55.1% from the field, showcasing their offensive efficiency.
BTB Betting Pick
For the spread pick, consider taking the Rockets at +5.5. The Rockets allow only 109.3 points per game, ranking them 3rd in the league. Their strong defense could keep the game close against the Spurs, who are favored by 5.5 points.
For the over/under pick, the under 222.5 looks promising. The Rockets’ defense is among the best, allowing only 109.3 points per game. With the Spurs also allowing just 111.4 points per game, a lower-scoring game is likely.