Clash of Titans: Will the Underdog Rockets Upset the Warriors on April 26? Best Bets Inside!

Alright, y’all, here’s the scoop on tonight’s electrifying NBA showdown – yes, the one we’re all buzzing about: the Houston Rockets are going to lock horns with the Golden State Warriors in the heart of San Francisco at the Chase Center. And if you thought this series couldn’t get any spicier, well, think again, ’cause it just turned up the heat thanks to Jimmy Butler’s possible sideline stint!

We’ve got a Rockets squad that’s not just hovering above .500 on the road, they’re two points away from matching their paint by numbers (if we’re counting both teams’ colorful jerseys.) Meanwhile, at home, the Warriors have been sparking, going six for ten, giving that Bay Area crowd something to cheer for. This upcoming clash, though, has me pondering just how much the Rockets’ engine can rev without the full might of their contender, Butler.

Speaking of chaos, let’s not forget the economic whirlwind we all experience when betting. That’s right, the odds are out, flaunting spreads like a fashion parade, showcasing potential over/unders with all the flare of the latest sneaker drop. Hey, if you’re hunting for the juiciest lines, don’t overlook our NBC Sports’ Live Odds tool. It’s like having a crystal ball, or at least as close as one can get in the realm of sports gambling!

Now buckle up for our expert predictions. With Jimmy’s question mark hanging over this game, our models are giving a subtle nod to the Warriors on the moneyline, but my intuition is whispering a story of resilience for the Rockets against that three-point spread. And that total? Over, my friends; it’s raining threes out there tonight!

Don’t forget, keeping tabs on Butler’s situation is imperative if you want to outsmart the masses in your office pool or family bracket.

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Stay tuned for updates, remember to wager wisely, and get ready for a game that’s sure to leave us all on the edge of our digital seats – or if you’re like me, nervously bouncing your knee.

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Houston Rockets vs. Golden State Warriors Preview

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Want to know which sportsbook is offering the best lines for every game on the NBA calendar? Check out the NBC Sports’ Live Odds tool to get all the latest updated info from DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM & more!We’ve got all the info and analysis you need to know ahead of the game, including the latest info on the how to catch tipoff, odds, recent team performance, player stats, and of course, our predictions, picks & best bets for the game from our modeling tools and staff of experts.Follow our experts on socials to keep up with all the latest content from the staff:The Rockets are currently 23-17 on the road with a point differential of 5, while the Warriors have a 6-4 record in their last ten games at home.

Game details & how to watch Rockets vs. Warriors live today

• Date: Saturday, April 26, 2025
• Time: 8:30PM EST
• Site: Chase Center
• City: San Francisco, CA
• Network/Streaming: ESPN2

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Game odds for Rockets vs. Warriors

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• Odds: Rockets (+133), Warriors (-157)
• Spread: Warriors -3
• Over/Under: 203 points

Here are the best bets our model is projecting for today’s Rockets & Warriors game:That gives the Rockets an implied team point total of 100.86, and the Warriors 102.42.

Expert picks & predictions for Saturday’s Rockets vs. Warriors game

NBC Sports Bet Best Bet

If you’re looking for more key trends and stats around the spread, moneyline and total for every single game on the schedule today, check out our NBA Top Trends tool on NBC Sports!- Drew Dinsick (@whale_capper)Bet the Edge is your source for all things sports betting. Get all of Jay Croucher and Drew Dinsick’s insight weekdays at 6AM ET right here or wherever you get your favorite podcasts.On Saturday, April 26, and the Houston Rockets (52-30) and Golden State Warriors (48-34) are all set to square off from Chase Center in San Francisco.

• Moneyline: NBC Sports Bet is recommending a play on the Golden State Warriors on the Moneyline.
• Spread: NBC Sports Bet is leaning towards a play ATS on the Houston Rockets at +3.
• Total: NBC Sports Bet is leaning towards a play on the over on the Game Total of 203.

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Important stats, trends & insights to know ahead of Rockets vs. Warriors on Saturday

• The Rockets have lost 9 of their last 10 away games against teams with winning records
• The Rockets’ last 6 versus the Warriors have stayed under the Total
• The Rockets covered the spread in 52% of their regular season games (43-39-0)

Want even more NBA best bets and predictions from our expert staff & tools? Check out the Expert NBA Predictions page from NBC Sports for money line, spread and over/under picks for every game on today’s calendar!Listen to the Rotoworld Basketball Show for the latest fantasy player news, waiver claims, roster advice and more from our experts all season long. Click here or download it wherever you get your podcasts.The Rockets have gone 22-19 on the road against the spread this seasonIn the last game, the Houston Rockets were able to level the series. Unfortunately, the Warriors last Jimmy Butler in that game. His status for game three remains up in the air.- Jay Croucher (@croucherJD)Our model calculates projections around each moneyline, spread and over/under bet for every game on the NBA calendar based on data points like recent performance, head-to-head player matchups, trends information and projected game totals.Once the model is finished running, we put its projections next to the latest betting lines for the game to arrive at a relative confidence level for each wager.The latest odds as of Saturday: