NBA · Final

Blazers Edge Rockets in Nail-Biter at Moda Center

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Wednesday, January 7, 2026, 10:00 PM ET · Moda Center

Portland Trail Blazers 103, Houston Rockets 102, 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 Portland Trail Blazers?

Portland Trail Blazers beat Houston Rockets 103-102 at Moda Center on January 7, 2026.

Who was favored in Houston Rockets vs Portland Trail Blazers?

Houston Rockets were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -270 (about 73% implied). The underdog won.

In a thrilling encounter at the Moda Center, the Portland Trail Blazers narrowly defeated the Houston Rockets with a final score of 103-102. This victory ties the season series between the two teams at 1-1, adding another layer of intrigue to their matchup. The game showcased a back-and-forth battle, with both teams demonstrating resilience and skill, but it was the Blazers who ultimately came out on top.

The Blazers entered the game with a home record of 18-20, having shown some recent improvement with a 6-4 record in their last ten games, including a three-game winning streak. They averaged 111.7 points scored while allowing 112.2 points during this stretch. Their most recent games included a convincing 137-117 win against the Utah Jazz and a hard-fought 115-110 victory over the San Antonio Spurs. However, they also faced challenges, suffering losses to teams like the Oklahoma City Thunder and the LA Clippers.

On the other side, the Rockets boasted a stronger away record of 22-12 and entered the game with a similar 6-4 record in their last ten games, having won their most recent outing against the Phoenix Suns. They averaged 116.1 points scored and allowed 110.5 points during this period. Their recent successes included a notable 120-96 win over the Brooklyn Nets and a 126-119 victory against the Indiana Pacers. Despite their strong form, they had also dropped a game to the Dallas Mavericks just days prior.

The matchup was particularly significant as both teams were dealing with injury concerns. The Blazers had Ja Morant and Damian Lillard listed as day-to-day with elbow and Achilles issues, respectively, while Shaedon Sharpe was ruled out due to a knee injury. The Rockets faced similar challenges, with Kevin Durant, Fred VanVleet, and Steven Adams all listed as day-to-day with various ailments.

As for the betting market, DraftKings set the odds with the Rockets favored by 7.5 points, suggesting a competitive expectation for the game. The total points line was set at 222.5, indicating that the market anticipated a closely contested scoring affair.

The conditions at the Moda Center were conducive to a high-energy game, with both teams looking to capitalize on their strengths. Fans were treated to a showcase of skill, particularly in the fourth quarter, where the scoring plays intensified. Deni Avdija and Kevin Durant made crucial shots down the stretch, but it was the Blazers' ability to maintain their composure that ultimately secured the win.

In the final moments, the Blazers held a slim lead, and despite the Rockets' attempts to claw back, they fell just short. The game highlighted the competitive nature of the NBA, where every possession counts, and the stakes are high. Viewers were left on the edge of their seats as the clock wound down, making this fixture one to remember.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	HOU -7.5	222.5 o -112 / u -108	Houston Rockets -270 · Portland Trail Blazers +220

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Injury report

Ja MorantDay-To-DayElbowPortland Trail Blazers
Shaedon SharpeOutKneePortland Trail Blazers
Damian LillardDay-To-DayAchillesPortland Trail Blazers
Kevin DurantDay-To-DayAnkleHouston Rockets
Fred VanVleetDay-To-DayKneeHouston Rockets
Steven AdamsDay-To-DayAnkleHouston Rockets

Leaders

PointsDeni Avdija41Portland Trail Blazers
AssistsCaleb Love4Portland Trail Blazers
ReboundsDonovan Clingan7Portland Trail Blazers
PointsKevin Durant37Houston Rockets
AssistsAmen Thompson6Houston Rockets
ReboundsTari Eason13Houston Rockets

Recent form

Portland Trail Blazers

Last 10: 6-4Streak W3111.7 scored · 112.2 allowed per game3-3 at home

W137-117vs Utah JazzJan 6
W115-110at San Antonio SpursJan 4
W122-109at New Orleans PelicansJan 3
L95-124at Oklahoma City ThunderJan 1
W125-122vs Dallas MavericksDec 30
W114-108vs Boston CelticsDec 28
L103-119vs LA ClippersDec 27
L106-110vs Orlando MagicDec 24
L102-110vs Detroit PistonsDec 23
W98-93at Sacramento KingsDec 21

Houston Rockets

Last 10: 6-4Streak W1116.1 scored · 110.5 allowed per game3-4 away

W100-97vs Phoenix SunsJan 6
L104-110at Dallas MavericksJan 4
W120-96at Brooklyn NetsJan 1
W126-119vs Indiana PacersDec 30
W117-100vs Cleveland CavaliersDec 28
W119-96at Los Angeles LakersDec 26
L108-128at LA ClippersDec 24
L124-125at Sacramento KingsDec 22
W115-101at Denver NuggetsDec 20
L128-133at New Orleans PelicansDec 19

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
Oklahoma City	-	18	L2	.780	64
Denver	10	28	W12	.659	54
Minnesota	15	33	W2	.598	49
Portland	22	40	W2	.512	42
Utah	42	60	L1	.268	22

Box score

Stat	Houston Rockets	Portland Trail Blazers
Field goals	37-99	36-83
Field goal %	37	43
Three-pointers	8-36	12-40
Three-point %	22	30
Free throws	20-29	19-25
Free throw %	69	76
Rebounds	57	38
Offensive rebounds	24	6
Defensive rebounds	33	32
Assists	20	21
Steals	8	7
Blocks	7	3
Turnovers	14	13
Team turnovers	0	1
Technical fouls	1	0
Technical fouls, total	1	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	21	15
Fast-break points	17	15
Points in the paint	32	40
Fouls	26	21
Largest lead	4	11
Lead changes	9	9
Time in front	10	78

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter66-70Toumani Camara makes 3-foot two point shot
3rd Quarter66-72Toumani Camara makes driving layup (Yang Hansen assists)
3rd Quarter68-72Kevin Durant makes 14-foot fade away jump shot (Jabari Smith Jr. assists)
3rd Quarter70-72Reed Sheppard makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
3rd Quarter70-75Deni Avdija makes 24-foot three point jumper (Robert Williams III assists)
3rd Quarter70-77Deni Avdija makes driving layup
3rd Quarter72-77Kevin Durant makes 8-foot two point shot (Clint Capela assists)
3rd Quarter75-77Jabari Smith Jr. makes 27-foot three point jumper (Amen Thompson assists)
3rd Quarter75-79Caleb Love makes 17-foot pullup jump shot (Shaedon Sharpe assists)
3rd Quarter75-81Deni Avdija makes 19-foot two point shot (Rayan Rupert assists)
4th Quarter77-81Amen Thompson makes driving dunk (Reed Sheppard assists)
4th Quarter77-82Shaedon Sharpe makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter78-82Amen Thompson makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter78-84Shaedon Sharpe makes driving layup
4th Quarter81-84Amen Thompson makes 23-foot three point jumper (Tari Eason assists)
4th Quarter82-84Tari Eason makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter83-84Tari Eason makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter84-84Amen Thompson makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter84-87Shaedon Sharpe makes 23-foot running jump shot (Toumani Camara assists)
4th Quarter84-88Deni Avdija makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter84-91Toumani Camara makes 23-foot three point jumper (Shaedon Sharpe assists)
4th Quarter86-91Kevin Durant makes 15-foot two point shot (Amen Thompson assists)
4th Quarter87-91Kevin Durant makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter89-91Kevin Durant makes 18-foot driving floating jump shot
4th Quarter89-92Toumani Camara makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter89-93Toumani Camara makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter91-93Amen Thompson makes 5-foot fade away jump shot
4th Quarter89-95Deni Avdija makes 7-foot driving floating jump shot (Toumani Camara assists)
4th Quarter89-96Deni Avdija makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter92-96Tari Eason makes 25-foot three point jumper (Amen Thompson assists)
4th Quarter92-98Shaedon Sharpe makes 17-foot two point shot
4th Quarter92-100Deni Avdija makes 10-foot pullup jump shot
4th Quarter92-101Deni Avdija makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter94-101Kevin Durant makes 15-foot two point shot (Steven Adams assists)
4th Quarter96-101Kevin Durant makes 19-foot driving floating jump shot (Tari Eason assists)
4th Quarter97-101Kevin Durant makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter97-103Deni Avdija makes 2-foot two point shot (Toumani Camara assists)
4th Quarter100-103Amen Thompson makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter101-103Kevin Durant makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter102-103Kevin Durant makes free throw 2 of 2