The Houston Rockets are fighting to keep a top-four position in the Western Conference and cannot afford another home defeat after their overtime loss to the Warriors. Facing a Portland team likely missing key players, Houston’s strong offense and defense should allow them to control the game and win comfortably.

The Los Angeles Lakers face a struggling Indiana Pacers team that has lost seven straight games and owns the worst defensive rating in the NBA. With Luka Doncic in excellent scoring form and the Lakers needing wins in the playoff race, the hosts should have enough offensive firepower to secure victory.