Nets vs Rockets Prediction and NBA Tips - 2 January 2026
Last updated: Jan 1, 2026, 3:11PM | Published: Jan 1, 2026, 1:03PM
The Brooklyn Nets will face the favoured Houston Rockets in NBA action at Barclays Center on Friday, beginning at 10:00am AEDT.
With the likes of Michael Porter, Cam Thomas and Noah Clowney, the Nets are aiming to beat a Rockets line-up that includes Kevin Durant, Alperen Sengun and Amen Thompson.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Nets vs Rockets game, as well as the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Utilising trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Friday's Brooklyn vs Houston NBA match-up 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model currently gives the Rockets an 80% chance of defeating the Nets at Barclays Center.
Nets vs Rockets: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Friday's NBA game at Barclays Center are shown below:
- Head to Head: Nets $5.00, Rockets $1.18
- Line: Nets +11.5 ($1.87), Rockets -11.5 ($1.95)
- Total (Over/Under 218.5 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, the bookmakers currently have the Nets at $5.00 and the Rockets at $1.18.
The Nets are 11.5-point underdogs against the Rockets, with odds of $1.87 available at Bet365.
For the favourite Rockets (-11.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.95.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 218.5 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Nets (+11.5) are predicted to cover the line 55% of the time, while the 218.5-point over/under is expected to go over 51% of the time.
Nets vs Rockets: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Brooklyn at $5.00 with Bet365
- Line: Nets +11.5 at $1.87 with Bet365
- Total Points: Over 218.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
These Nets vs Rockets predictions are based on market-leading simulations and gambling intelligence to help you place better bets with your chosen online bookie.
While the Rockets have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Nets to win is our recommended option because of the edge identified when comparing our data-driven probabilities to the odds currently available.
Making use of the edges seen here at Stats Insider is pivotal to being profitable in the long run.
Nets vs Rockets: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Nets vs Rockets at Barclays Center this Friday is the Rockets winning 114-104.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Brooklyn vs Houston game on Friday, including data-driven predictions and top betting tips.
For more detailed information on this matchup, check out Dimers' Nets vs Rockets prediction, put together by experts in the US.
Our model updates regularly, so bookmark this page for the latest betting analysis before the Brooklyn vs Houston game.
As always, see our Best Bets for the best tips for every NBA game, plus predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Nets vs Rockets: Essential Details
The NBA match-up between the Nets and Rockets at Barclays Center is scheduled to tip off at 10:00am AEDT on Friday.
- Teams: Brooklyn Nets vs Houston Rockets
- Date: Friday 2 January 2026
- Time: 10:00am AEDT
- Venue: Barclays Center
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our Brooklyn vs Houston predictions are the result of 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of expert data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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