NBA · Final

Rockets Edge Pacers in Close Contest

118

114

Monday, February 2, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Gainbridge Fieldhouse

Houston Rockets 118, Indiana Pacers 114, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won Houston Rockets vs Indiana Pacers?

Houston Rockets beat Indiana Pacers 118-114 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on February 2, 2026.

Who was favored in Houston Rockets vs Indiana Pacers?

Houston Rockets were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -250 (about 71% implied). The favorite won.

In a tightly contested matchup, the Houston Rockets defeated the Indiana Pacers 118-114 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on February 3, 2026. This victory allowed the Rockets to extend their series lead over the Pacers to 3-0 this season, having previously won their two earlier encounters. The game was marked by a series of crucial scoring plays in the fourth quarter, showcasing the intensity and competitiveness of both teams.

The Pacers entered the game with a home record of 13-37, while the Rockets boasted a significantly stronger away record of 31-17. Recent form for the Pacers had shown a slight improvement, as they were 5-5 in their last ten games, including a two-game winning streak. They averaged 108.7 points scored and allowed 116.3 points during this stretch. Their last five games resulted in a record of 3-2, with an average of 115.8 points scored and 119.8 points allowed.

In contrast, the Rockets had a record of 7-3 in their last ten games, also enjoying a two-game winning streak. They averaged 108.6 points scored and 106.7 points allowed during this period. Their last five games were particularly strong, with a record of 4-1 and an average of 106.6 points scored while allowing just 101.4 points.

At home, the Pacers had a record of 4-1 in their last five games, while they struggled on the road with a 1-4 record. The Rockets, however, had a solid home record of 5-2 in their last seven games and were 2-1 in their last three away games.

In terms of injuries, the Pacers were dealing with Tyrese Haliburton, who was listed as day-to-day due to an Achilles issue, and Johnny Furphy, who was out with a knee injury. The Rockets had Kevin Durant, Fred VanVleet, and Steven Adams all listed as day-to-day, with injuries affecting their ankles and knees.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Rockets favored by 6.5 points, with a total set at 218.5. The odds for the Rockets to win straight up were -250, while the Pacers were at +205.

The game unfolded with a series of lead changes, particularly in the fourth quarter. Pascal Siakam made a crucial tip shot that brought the Rockets ahead, and Amen Thompson followed with a driving layup, extending the lead. The Pacers attempted to respond, with Bennedict Mathurin making free throws to narrow the gap, but the Rockets maintained their composure down the stretch.

As the game concluded, the Pacers' chances of victory were diminished, reflected in a home win probability of 0.0%. The Pacers will need to regroup and address their defensive issues, particularly in allowing an average of 116.3 points over their recent games. Meanwhile, the Rockets will look to continue building on their strong performance as they head into their next matchup.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	HOU -6.5	218.5 o -105 / u -115	Houston Rockets -250 · Indiana Pacers +205

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Injury report

Tyrese HaliburtonDay-To-DayAchillesIndiana Pacers
Johnny FurphyOutKneeIndiana Pacers
Kevin DurantDay-To-DayAnkleHouston Rockets
Fred VanVleetDay-To-DayKneeHouston Rockets
Steven AdamsDay-To-DayAnkleHouston Rockets

Leaders

PointsPascal Siakam27Indiana Pacers
AssistsAndrew Nembhard8Indiana Pacers
ReboundsAaron Nesmith6Indiana Pacers
PointsAlperen Sengun39Houston Rockets
AssistsAmen Thompson7Houston Rockets
ReboundsAlperen Sengun16Houston Rockets

Recent form

Indiana Pacers

Last 10: 5-5Streak W2108.7 scored · 116.3 allowed per game4-1 at home

W129-124vs Atlanta HawksFeb 1
W113-110vs Chicago BullsJan 29
L116-132at Atlanta HawksJan 26
W117-114at Oklahoma City ThunderJan 24
L104-119at Boston CelticsJan 22
L104-113at Philadelphia 76ersJan 20
L78-121at Detroit PistonsJan 18
W127-119vs New Orleans PelicansJan 17
L101-115vs Toronto RaptorsJan 15
W98-96vs Boston CelticsJan 13

Houston Rockets

Last 10: 7-3Streak W2108.6 scored · 106.7 allowed per game2-1 away

W111-107vs Dallas MavericksFeb 1
W104-86at Atlanta HawksJan 30
L99-111vs San Antonio SpursJan 29
W108-99vs Memphis GrizzliesJan 27
W111-104at Detroit PistonsJan 24
L122-128at Philadelphia 76ersJan 23
W111-106vs San Antonio SpursJan 21
W119-110vs New Orleans PelicansJan 19
W110-105vs Minnesota TimberwolvesJan 17
L91-111vs Oklahoma City ThunderJan 16

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
San Antonio	-	20	L1	.756	62
Houston	10	30	W1	.634	52
New Orleans	36	56	L2	.317	26
Dallas	36	56	W1	.317	26
Memphis	37	57	L8	.305	25
Detroit	-	22	W3	.732	60
Cleveland	8	30	W1	.634	52
Milwaukee	28	50	L1	.390	32
Chicago	29	51	L2	.378	31
Indiana	41	63	L2	.232	19

Box score

Stat	Houston Rockets	Indiana Pacers
Field goals	40-87	43-87
Field goal %	46	49
Three-pointers	7-22	12-26
Three-point %	32	46
Free throws	31-37	16-21
Free throw %	84	76
Rebounds	56	33
Offensive rebounds	19	7
Defensive rebounds	37	26
Assists	21	33
Steals	7	10
Blocks	6	6
Turnovers	15	10
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	1	1
Technical fouls, total	1	1
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	26	8
Fast-break points	4	23
Points in the paint	58	48
Fouls	17	27
Largest lead	12	6
Lead changes	18	18
Time in front	52	35

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter85-85Jarace Walker makes two point shot (T.J. McConnell assists)
3rd Quarter85-87Bennedict Mathurin makes running layup (Micah Potter assists)
3rd Quarter87-87Amen Thompson makes two point shot
4th Quarter87-89Pascal Siakam makes 9-foot driving floating jump shot
4th Quarter90-89Aaron Holiday makes 28-foot three point jumper (Amen Thompson assists)
4th Quarter90-92Micah Potter makes 25-foot three point jumper (T.J. McConnell assists)
4th Quarter92-92Jae'Sean Tate makes layup (Alperen Sengun assists)
4th Quarter92-93Bennedict Mathurin makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter92-94Bennedict Mathurin makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter93-94Alperen Sengun makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter94-94Alperen Sengun makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter94-96Bennedict Mathurin makes 19-foot pullup jump shot (Micah Potter assists)
4th Quarter95-96Alperen Sengun makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter96-96Alperen Sengun makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter97-96Alperen Sengun makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter97-99Pascal Siakam makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jay Huff assists)
4th Quarter99-99Tari Eason makes driving layup (Amen Thompson assists)
4th Quarter100-99Tari Eason makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter102-99Amen Thompson makes 2-foot dunk (Alperen Sengun assists)
4th Quarter103-99Alperen Sengun makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter104-99Alperen Sengun makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter104-101Andrew Nembhard makes 13-foot two point shot
4th Quarter105-101Jabari Smith Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter106-101Jabari Smith Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter109-101Jabari Smith Jr. makes 24-foot three point jumper (Amen Thompson assists)
4th Quarter109-103Pascal Siakam makes 2-foot two point shot (Andrew Nembhard assists)
4th Quarter109-104Pascal Siakam makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter110-104Aaron Holiday makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter111-104Aaron Holiday makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter111-106Bennedict Mathurin makes 9-foot two point shot (Pascal Siakam assists)
4th Quarter111-108Bennedict Mathurin makes running layup (Isaiah Jackson assists)
4th Quarter112-108Alperen Sengun makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter112-110Pascal Siakam makes tip shot
4th Quarter114-110Amen Thompson makes driving layup
4th Quarter115-110Amen Thompson makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter115-111Bennedict Mathurin makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter115-112Bennedict Mathurin makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter117-112Jae'Sean Tate makes two point shot
4th Quarter117-114Bennedict Mathurin makes 1-foot running dunk (Andrew Nembhard assists)
4th Quarter118-114Amen Thompson makes free throw 2 of 2