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Rockets Dominate Suns in Convincing Win at Home

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Friday, December 5, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · Toyota Center (Houston)

Houston Rockets 117, Phoenix Suns 98, 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 Phoenix Suns vs Houston Rockets?

Houston Rockets beat Phoenix Suns 117-98 at Toyota Center (Houston) on December 5, 2025.

Who was favored in Phoenix Suns vs Houston Rockets?

Houston Rockets were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -380 (about 79% implied). The favorite won.

The Houston Rockets secured a decisive victory against the Phoenix Suns, finishing the game with a score of 117 to 98. This win extends the Rockets' lead in their season series against the Suns to 3-0, having previously defeated them 114-92 on November 25, 2025, and 148-109 on March 31, 2025. The Rockets now hold a 4-0 advantage in their last four meetings with the Suns, showcasing their dominance in this matchup.

The Rockets entered this game with a strong home record of 15-5 and had been performing well, winning eight of their last ten games. Their recent form included a notable 121-95 victory over the Sacramento Kings just two days prior. Houston's offense has been prolific at home, averaging 120.8 points while allowing only 107.8 points over their last ten games. Their last five games saw them scoring an average of 118.6 points per game, demonstrating their scoring prowess.

On the other hand, the Suns, with an away record of 13-10, were looking to build on their recent win against the Los Angeles Lakers, where they triumphed 125-108. However, their overall performance has been inconsistent, with a record of 6-4 in their last ten games. The Suns averaged 116.7 points scored and 112.2 points allowed during this stretch, indicating a slight struggle defensively compared to their offensive output.

The game took place at the Toyota Center in Houston, where the Rockets have been particularly strong. The conditions favored the home team, who were looking to capitalize on their home court advantage. The betting market reflected the Rockets' position as favorites, with DraftKings setting the spread at -8.5 for Houston, indicating confidence in their ability to win by a significant margin. The total points for the game was set at 219.5, suggesting expectations for a moderately high-scoring affair.

In terms of injuries, both teams had players listed as day-to-day. For the Rockets, Kevin Durant, Fred VanVleet, and Steven Adams were all dealing with ankle and knee issues, potentially impacting their availability and performance. The Suns also faced uncertainty with CJ Huntley and Mark Williams listed as day-to-day due to hamstring and foot injuries, respectively. The health of these key players could have influenced the dynamics of the game.

As the game unfolded, the Rockets maintained control, showcasing their offensive efficiency and defensive resilience. The scoring plays in the fourth quarter highlighted Houston's ability to extend their lead, with Aaron Holiday contributing crucial points through both field goals and free throws. The Suns attempted to close the gap but struggled to mount a significant comeback, ultimately falling short.

Overall, this game emphasized the Rockets' strengths at home and their ability to dominate the Suns, who will need to regroup and address their defensive issues moving forward. The Rockets' performance not only solidified their standing in the league but also underscored their potential as serious contenders in the ongoing season.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	HOU -8.5	219.5 o -108 / u -112	Phoenix Suns +300 · Houston Rockets -380

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Injury report

Kevin DurantDay-To-DayAnkleHouston Rockets
Fred VanVleetDay-To-DayKneeHouston Rockets
Steven AdamsDay-To-DayAnkleHouston Rockets
CJ HuntleyDay-To-DayHamstringPhoenix Suns
Mark WilliamsDay-To-DayFootPhoenix Suns

Leaders

PointsAmen Thompson31Houston Rockets
AssistsKevin Durant8Houston Rockets
ReboundsSteven Adams8Houston Rockets
PointsDillon Brooks23Phoenix Suns
AssistsDillon Brooks4Phoenix Suns
ReboundsJordan Goodwin5Phoenix Suns

Recent form

Houston Rockets

Last 10: 8-2Streak W1120.8 scored · 107.8 allowed per game4-1 at home

W121-95vs Sacramento KingsDec 4
L125-133at Utah JazzDec 2
W129-101at Utah JazzNov 30
W104-100at Golden State WarriorsNov 27
W114-92at Phoenix SunsNov 25
L109-112vs Denver NuggetsNov 22
W114-104at Cleveland CavaliersNov 20
W117-113vs Orlando MagicNov 17
W140-116vs Portland Trail BlazersNov 15
W135-112vs Washington WizardsNov 13

Phoenix Suns

Last 10: 6-4Streak W1116.7 scored · 112.2 allowed per game3-1 away

W125-108at Los Angeles LakersDec 2
L112-130vs Denver NuggetsNov 30
L119-123at Oklahoma City ThunderNov 29
W112-100at Sacramento KingsNov 27
L92-114vs Houston RocketsNov 25
W111-102vs San Antonio SpursNov 24
W114-113vs Minnesota TimberwolvesNov 22
W127-110at Portland Trail BlazersNov 19
L122-124vs Atlanta HawksNov 17
W133-98vs Indiana PacersNov 14

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
LA Lakers	-	29	W3	.646	53
Phoenix	8	37	W1	.549	45
LA Clippers	11	40	W1	.512	42
Golden State	16	45	L3	.451	37
Sacramento	31	60	L1	.268	22
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

Box score

Stat	Phoenix Suns	Houston Rockets
Field goals	39-100	45-76
Field goal %	39	59
Three-pointers	5-36	10-18
Three-point %	14	56
Free throws	15-19	17-19
Free throw %	79	89
Rebounds	34	40
Offensive rebounds	15	6
Defensive rebounds	19	34
Assists	14	25
Steals	12	9
Blocks	2	8
Turnovers	13	21
Team turnovers	0	2
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	21	27
Fast-break points	10	14
Points in the paint	58	64
Fouls	22	20
Largest lead	9	30
Lead changes	3	3
Time in front	23	68

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter65-76Dillon Brooks makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter65-78Amen Thompson makes driving layup
3rd Quarter65-80Kevin Durant makes 10-foot two point shot
3rd Quarter65-82Amen Thompson makes 2-foot dunk
3rd Quarter65-84Amen Thompson makes 12-foot driving floating jump shot
3rd Quarter65-87Kevin Durant makes 25-foot three point jumper (Reed Sheppard assists)
3rd Quarter67-87Dillon Brooks makes 9-foot driving floating jump shot
3rd Quarter67-89Jae'Sean Tate makes driving layup (Clint Capela assists)
3rd Quarter67-92Reed Sheppard makes 24-foot three point jumper (Kevin Durant assists)
3rd Quarter70-92Collin Gillespie makes 26-foot three point jumper (Oso Ighodaro assists)
3rd Quarter70-95Jae'Sean Tate makes 24-foot three point jumper (Reed Sheppard assists)
3rd Quarter72-95Jordan Goodwin makes driving layup (Collin Gillespie assists)
3rd Quarter72-97Reed Sheppard makes 11-foot driving floating jump shot
4th Quarter74-97Jordan Goodwin makes two point shot
4th Quarter76-97Jamaree Bouyea makes 5-foot two point shot
4th Quarter76-98Jabari Smith Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter76-99Jabari Smith Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter78-99Collin Gillespie makes 20-foot pullup jump shot
4th Quarter78-101Steven Adams makes layup (Reed Sheppard assists)
4th Quarter78-104Amen Thompson makes 23-foot three point jumper (Aaron Holiday assists)
4th Quarter78-105Jabari Smith Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter78-106Jabari Smith Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter79-106Jamaree Bouyea makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter80-106Jamaree Bouyea makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter80-107Amen Thompson makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter80-108Amen Thompson makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter80-110Amen Thompson makes 9-foot two point shot (Reed Sheppard assists)
4th Quarter83-110Jamaree Bouyea makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jordan Goodwin assists)
4th Quarter85-110Jordan Goodwin makes driving layup
4th Quarter87-110Nick Richards makes 13-foot jumper (Jordan Goodwin assists)
4th Quarter87-113Jae'Sean Tate makes 24-foot three point jumper (Aaron Holiday assists)
4th Quarter89-113Jamaree Bouyea makes two point shot
4th Quarter89-115Aaron Holiday makes 5-foot two point shot
4th Quarter91-115Rasheer Fleming makes two point shot (Jamaree Bouyea assists)
4th Quarter92-115Rasheer Fleming makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter94-115Nigel Hayes-Davis makes 7-foot two point shot
4th Quarter96-115Khaman Maluach makes 2-foot dunk (Nick Richards assists)
4th Quarter96-116Aaron Holiday makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter96-117Aaron Holiday makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter98-117Jamaree Bouyea makes 4-foot two point shot