Rockets vs Cavaliers Prediction and NBA Tips - 28 December 2025
Last updated: Dec 27, 2025, 8:46PM | Published: Dec 27, 2025, 3:00PM
The Houston Rockets will take on the Cleveland Cavaliers in NBA action at Toyota Center on Sunday, beginning at 12:00pm AEDT.
With star players Kevin Durant, Alperen Sengun and Amen Thompson, the Rockets are up against a Cavaliers line-up that includes Donovan Mitchell, Darius Garland and Evan Mobley.
This article features Stats Insider's top betting tips for the Rockets vs Cavaliers game, as well as the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Using advanced computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Sunday's Houston vs Cleveland NBA game 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model gives the Rockets a 63% chance of winning against the Cavaliers at Toyota Center.
Rockets vs Cavaliers: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Sunday's NBA game at Toyota Center are listed below:
- Head to Head: Rockets $1.61, Cavaliers $2.40
- Line: Rockets -3.5 ($1.91), Cavaliers +3.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 234 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 Rockets at $1.61 and the Cavaliers at $2.40.
The Rockets are 3.5-point favourites against the Cavaliers, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Cavaliers (+3.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 234 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 Rockets (-3.5) are predicted to cover the line 51% of the time, while the 234-point over/under is expected to stay under 51% of the time.
Rockets vs Cavaliers: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Houston at $1.61 with Bet365
- Line: Rockets -3.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 234 at $1.91 with Bet365
Stats Insider's Rockets vs Cavaliers best bets are based on complex modelling and gambling intelligence to give you the best possible advice 24/7.
Rockets vs Cavaliers: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Rockets vs Cavaliers at Toyota Center this Sunday is the Rockets winning 118-114.
This prediction is based on each team's average score from 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Houston vs Cleveland game on Sunday, including data-driven predictions and expert tips.
For more detailed information on this matchup, check out Dimers' Rockets vs Cavaliers prediction, put together by experts in the US.
Our model updates regularly, so bookmark this article for the latest betting analysis before the Houston vs Cleveland game.
As always, see Stats Insider's Best Bets for betting tips on every NBA game, plus predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Rockets vs Cavaliers: Essential Details
The NBA game between the Rockets and Cavaliers at Toyota Center is scheduled to tip off at 12:00pm AEDT on Sunday.
- Teams: Houston Rockets vs Cleveland Cavaliers
- Date: Sunday 28 December 2025
- Time: 12:00pm AEDT
- Venue: Toyota Center
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our Houston vs Cleveland predictions are based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of expert data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
If you choose to use our predictions for betting purposes, it's crucial to gamble responsibly and keep track of your money. For free and confidential support, call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au.
More on NBA
Stats Insider is your home for betting on the NBA in Australia, with the latest NBA betting news, predictions for every NBA game, and futures odds for the NBA.
