The Houston Rockets (8-4) aim to keep their strong home form intact on Friday as they take on the Los Angeles Clippers (6-6) at the Toyota Center. Currently on a four-game home winning streak, the Rockets are favored by 4.5 points according to BetMGM Sportsbook, with the over/under set at 214.5.

The Rockets have shown strength on the boards, leading the league with an impressive 49.7 rebounds per game, powered by Alperen Sengun’s average of 11.5. Offensively, Houston is scoring 111.3 points per game, which is slightly above the 109 points the Clippers allow on average. The Rockets are 5-3 against Western Conference rivals, contributing to their 7-3 record over the last ten games.

The Clippers, who have struggled somewhat against Western Conference teams with a 4-6 record, are sixth in the conference in offensive rebounding, averaging 12.0 per game. Ivica Zubac leads this effort, pulling in 4.2 offensive rebounds per game while adding 16.2 points and 12.3 total rebounds.

Houston’s defensive prowess has been a standout, allowing opponents just 106.2 points per game. The Clippers have averaged 109.4 points over their last ten games but will be missing star Kawhi Leonard due to a knee injury, which may hamper their scoring potential. Houston will look to capitalize on this absence and extend their winning momentum at home.

Injury-wise, the Rockets list Steven Adams as day-to-day with a knee issue, while the Clippers may also be without P.J. Tucker, listed as day-to-day for personal reasons.

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