Jazz vs. Rockets odds, prediction, time: 2026 NBA picks for February 23 from proven model
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Andy Bryan
February 24, 2026
AI-Generated Deep Dive Summary
The Utah Jazz and Houston Rockets are set to clash in an NBA matchup on February 23, with the Rockets favored by 13 points against the Jazz. Both teams enter the game on a losing streak, with the Jazz dropping their last two games and struggling away from home (7-21 record). Meanwhile, the Rockets, despite a recent loss to the New York Knicks, maintain a strong home record of 18-7. The game features an over/under total of 229.5 points, and SportsLine's Projection Model predicts that the Under is more likely to hit based on both teams' recent performances.
Sports fans and bettors should note that Houston has been inconsistent in its last four games, alternating wins and losses, while Utah has struggled defensively on the road. The model, which simulates every NBA game 10,000 times, highlights that the Under (229.5 points) is projected to hit in over 50% of the simulations. This aligns with Houston's trend of games failing to reach the total, particularly at home where 72% of its contests have gone under. The Jazz, too, have shown a tendency for low-scoring games this season.
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Originally published on CBS Sports on 2/24/2026