Phoenix Suns vs Houston Rockets Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/5

The NBA regular season is heating up as the Phoenix Suns take on the Houston Rockets. This game is set for Friday, December 5, 2025, at 8:00 PM at the Toyota Center. The game will be broadcast on SCHN.

The Suns enter this game with a record of 13-9 under head coach Jordan Ott. They are 5-5 in away games this season. The Rockets, led by coach Ime Udoka, have a 14-5 record. They have been strong at home with a 6-2 record. Both teams won their last games and will look to continue their positive momentum.

Suns vs Rockets Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Phoenix Suns vs. Houston Rockets
  • Venue: Toyota Center
  • Date: Friday, December 5, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Rockets Spread -11.0 (-111), Suns Spread +11.0 (-111), Rockets MoneyLine -552, Suns MoneyLine +407, Over/Under 223.5

Phoenix Suns Team Preview

The Phoenix Suns are coming off a solid win against the Los Angeles Lakers. They won by 17 points, with the score being 125-108. In this game, Dillon Brooks stood out with 33 points, while Collin Gillespie added 28 points.

Overall, the Suns have been averaging 117 points per game this season. They are ranked 17th in this category. The team is also making over 15 three-pointers per game, placing them 6th in the league.

However, the Suns will be without Devin Booker and Jalen Green due to injuries. Booker has a groin strain and will miss at least a week. Jalen Green is out with a hamstring strain and will be re-evaluated in 4-6 weeks.

Houston Rockets Team Preview

The Houston Rockets have shown strong performances in recent games. They defeated the Sacramento Kings 121-95, with Alperen Sengün scoring 28 points and grabbing 10 rebounds. The team also secured a win against the Utah Jazz, winning 129-101, showcasing Kevin Durant’s 25 points and seven rebounds.

Throughout the season, the Rockets have scored an average of 121.7 points per game, ranking fourth in the league. They lead in two-point attempts per game, averaging 61.2, but they rank 26th in two-point percentage. The team has been effective beyond the arc, making 39.7% of their three-point shots, ranking second.

On the defensive side, the Rockets allow 110.3 points per game, placing them second in the league. They also lead in rebounds per game allowed, with opponents averaging 38.5. However, they face challenges with steals, ranking 25th with 9.4 steals per game.

BTB Betting Pick

The Houston Rockets are favored by 11 points against the Phoenix Suns. The Rockets score 121.7 points per game, while the Suns allow 113.7 points. The Suns score 117 points per game, and the Rockets allow 110.3 points. With the Rockets’ strong offense and the Suns’ weaker defense, taking the Rockets to cover the spread of -11.0 seems reasonable.

The total for the game is set at 223.5 points. The Rockets’ games have high scores due to their offense, and the Suns can also score well. Combining both teams’ scoring averages gives a projected total of 238.7 points. Considering these factors, the over 223.5 is a good pick.