The Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Houston Rockets matchup will be an exciting game to watch. The OKC will face the Rockets on Monday, March 3, 2025. The Rockets are looking to break a six-game losing streak on the road as they face a Thunder team that has been formidable this season.
As both teams prepare for the contest, the stakes are high, with Houston seeking to regain its momentum against a strong opponent. However, the Thunder is coming with a 48-11 record and are top-ranked in the Western Conference. Whereas the Rockets have a 37-23 record and stand as the fifth seed.
Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Houston Rockets: Prediction
Key players will play a pivotal role in the outcome of this game. The Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been a standout performer. He’s averaging an impressive 32.3 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 6.1 assists per game while shooting over 52% from the field. Supporting him, Jalen Williams and Isaiah Hartenstein add significant contributions in scoring and rebounding.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has passed Penny Hardaway for 368th most points in NBA history. pic.twitter.com/AtPqS7NNK4
— OKC Thunder Stats (@ThunderNumbers) March 1, 2025
Conversely, the Rockets will rely on Alperen Sengun, who is averaging 18.9 points and 10.6 rebounds per game, alongside Jalen Green, who leads the team with 21.6 points per game. The performance of these key players will be crucial in determining which team can assert its dominance on the court.
Analyzing team statistics, the Thunder excel in both offensive and defensive aspects of the game. They are ranking fourth in the NBA with an average of 118.9 points scored per game and second in points allowed at 106.2. In contrast, the Rockets sit in the middle of the pack offensively, scoring 112.8 points per game but holding a commendable fifth-best ranking defensively at 108.8 points allowed per game.
Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Houston Rockets: Probable Starting Lineups
Here’s a probable starting lineup for the Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Houston Rockets game:
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Oklahoma City Thunder
- PG Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
- PG Cason Wallace
- SG Luguentz Dort
- SF Jalen Williams
- PF Chet Holmgren
Houston Rockets
- PG Fred VanVleet
- SG Jalen Green
- SF Amen Thompson
- PF Dillon Brooks
- C Alperen Sengun
Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Houston Rockets: Injury Updates
The Oklahoma City Thunder currently have several players unavailable due to injuries and rest. Notable absentees include Branden Carlson (G League two-way), Alex Caruso (rest), and Ousmane Dieng (left wrist soreness). Additionally, both Alex Ducas and Dillon Jones are out due to their G League commitments.
#Rockets fully healthy team last exactly ONE MINUTE of game time. Now FVV has an ankle issue that he gutted the game through and is uncertain for the next game. https://t.co/5EXzyNqoLO
— Chris A. White 🐻 (@fyrebear) March 2, 2025
Injuries also loom larger, with Ajay Mitchell sidelined after right great toe surgery and Nikola Topic out following left knee surgery. Although, the Houston Rockets did not have any player listed into the injury report.
