The Phoenix Suns are heading to Houston to face the red-hot Rockets Wednesday night in what could be a crucial Western Conference matchup for both teams.
Houston enters as a 4.5-point favorite at home, and they’ve got momentum on their side with a three-game winning streak.
The Suns, meanwhile, are struggling on the road with a dismal 12-22 away record and have gone just 4-6 in their last 10 games.
Suns vs. Rockets Game Details
- Date: Wednesday, March 12, 2025
- Tip-off: 8 p.m. ET
- Venue: Toyota Center in Houston
- TV: AT&T SportsNet Southwest
- Free Live Stream: Jazz Sports
Phoenix is limping through a tough stretch, going 4-7 since the All-Star break with two overtime losses adding to their frustration.
They’re wrapping up a four-game road trip after a heartbreaking 120-118 loss to Memphis on Monday.
The injury bug hasn’t helped either. Bradley Beal is day-to-day with a calf issue, Monte Morris is doubtful with back problems, and Cody Martin remains questionable with a sports hernia.
Houston has its own injury concerns. While Fred VanVleet is likely to return from an ankle injury (he’s listed as probable), the team will be without Amen Thompson and Reed Sheppard for the foreseeable future.
When these teams met on February 12, the Rockets came out on top 119-111 despite Kevin Durant’s impressive 37-point performance. Tari Eason led Houston with 25 points in that contest.
The Rockets have been pretty solid at home this season with a 22-10 record.
Jalen Green stepped up big time in their most recent game, carrying the team to a 97-84 win over Orlando on Monday night. That victory kicked off their current six-game homestand in style.
By the Numbers
The Suns have been putting up points lately, averaging 122 per game over their last 10, with impressive shooting at 51.3% from the field.
Houston’s offense hasn’t been quite as explosive, averaging 113.9 points in their last 10 games, but they’ve been dominating the glass with 50.4 rebounds per game.
One stat that might worry Phoenix fans: the Suns are just 2-9 in their last 11 road games.
And here’s a weird one – Houston has won 10 straight games played on Wednesdays. Maybe they’ve got a thing for hump day?
ESPN’s Basketball Power Index gives the Rockets a 58.8% chance of winning this one, which feels about right given both teams’ current form.
For Phoenix, this game represents a chance to salvage something from a disappointing road trip. For Houston, it’s an opportunity to keep their momentum going and strengthen their position in the Western Conference playoff race.
