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Rockets Edge Trail Blazers in Close Contest

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Friday, March 6, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · Toyota Center (Houston)

Houston Rockets 106, Portland Trail Blazers 99, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Portland Trail Blazers vs Houston Rockets?

Houston Rockets beat Portland Trail Blazers 106-99 at Toyota Center (Houston) on March 6, 2026.

Who was favored in Portland Trail Blazers vs Houston Rockets?

Houston Rockets were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -265 (about 73% implied). The favorite won.

In a tightly contested matchup, the Houston Rockets emerged victorious against the Portland Trail Blazers with a final score of 106-99. This game was significant as it marked the fifth meeting of the season between the two teams, with the series now tied at 2-2. The Rockets, boasting a strong home record of 39-23, played at Toyota Center in Houston, where they have been formidable this season.

The Rockets entered the game with a recent form of 6-4 over their last ten games, although they were on a one-game losing streak after falling to the Golden State Warriors just a day prior. In that match, they lost narrowly with a score of 113-115. Houston's scoring average over the last ten games was 112.2 points per game, while they allowed an average of 106.7 points. Their performance at home has been solid, with a home record of 3-2 in their last five games, averaging 116.4 points scored and 110.6 points allowed.

On the other hand, the Trail Blazers came into the game with a record of 30-34, having won their last game against the Memphis Grizzlies 122-114. Their recent form has been a mix of ups and downs, with a 5-5 record in their last ten games and a one-game winning streak. Portland's scoring average during this stretch was 113.2 points, but they have struggled defensively, allowing an average of 119.8 points per game. Their away record has been relatively strong, with a 4-3 record in their last seven games, although they faced challenges in this matchup.

In terms of injuries, the Rockets had several key players listed as day-to-day, including Kevin Durant (ankle), Fred VanVleet (knee), and Steven Adams (ankle). The Trail Blazers were also dealing with injury issues, as Shaedon Sharpe was out with a knee injury, while Ja Morant (elbow) and Damian Lillard (Achilles) were both listed as day-to-day. These injuries had the potential to impact the performance of both teams.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Rockets favored by 6.5 points, with a total set at 220.5. The moneyline odds reflected Houston at -265 and Portland at 215, indicating a strong belief in the Rockets' ability to secure the win.

As the game unfolded, the Rockets managed to maintain a lead, with key scoring plays in the fourth quarter solidifying their victory. Amen Thompson made a crucial two-foot dunk assisted by Kevin Durant, pushing the score to 102-91. Despite a late surge from the Trail Blazers, including a layup by Toumani Camara and a two-point shot by Robert Williams III, the Rockets held their ground. Kevin Durant's 18-foot pullup jump shot, assisted by Thompson, extended Houston's lead to 104-97, and free throws by Reed Sheppard sealed the game at 106-99.

The conditions at Toyota Center were conducive to an exciting matchup, and viewers were treated to a display of competitive basketball. The Rockets' ability to capitalize on their home court advantage and the contributions from their key players were pivotal in this encounter. This victory not only adds to their home record but also sets the stage for the final encounters of the season as both teams continue to vie for playoff positioning.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	HOU -6.5	220.5 o -112 / u -108	Portland Trail Blazers +215 · Houston Rockets -265

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Injury report

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

Leaders

PointsAlperen Sengun28Houston Rockets
AssistsAmen Thompson7Houston Rockets
ReboundsKevin Durant8Houston Rockets
PointsJerami Grant21Portland Trail Blazers
AssistsJrue Holiday10Portland Trail Blazers
ReboundsDonovan Clingan13Portland Trail Blazers

Recent form

Houston Rockets

Last 10: 6-4Streak L1112.2 scored · 106.7 allowed per game3-2 at home

L113-115vs Golden State WarriorsMar 6
W123-118at Washington WizardsMar 3
L105-115at Miami HeatFeb 28
W113-108at Orlando MagicFeb 27
W128-97vs Sacramento KingsFeb 26
W125-105vs Utah JazzFeb 24
L106-108at New York KnicksFeb 22
W105-101at Charlotte HornetsFeb 20
L102-105vs LA ClippersFeb 12
W102-95vs LA ClippersFeb 11

Portland Trail Blazers

Last 10: 5-5Streak W1113.2 scored · 119.8 allowed per game4-3 away

W122-114at Memphis GrizzliesMar 5
L101-135at Atlanta HawksMar 1
L93-109at Charlotte HornetsFeb 28
W121-112at Chicago BullsFeb 27
L121-124vs Minnesota TimberwolvesFeb 25
W92-77at Phoenix SunsFeb 23
L103-157vs Denver NuggetsFeb 21
W135-119at Utah JazzFeb 13
L109-133at Minnesota TimberwolvesFeb 12
W135-118vs Philadelphia 76ersFeb 10

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
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
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	Portland Trail Blazers	Houston Rockets
Field goals	33-83	41-76
Field goal %	40	54
Three-pointers	12-39	5-19
Three-point %	31	26
Free throws	21-37	19-26
Free throw %	57	73
Rebounds	43	44
Offensive rebounds	16	8
Defensive rebounds	27	36
Assists	20	23
Steals	17	9
Blocks	2	9
Turnovers	14	22
Team turnovers	2	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	21	19
Fast-break points	14	15
Points in the paint	42	64
Fouls	20	25
Largest lead	13	11
Lead changes	12	12
Time in front	51	41

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter67-66Alperen Sengun makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter67-68Amen Thompson makes 3-foot driving dunk
3rd Quarter69-68Jrue Holiday makes driving layup
3rd Quarter69-69Amen Thompson makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter69-70Amen Thompson makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter69-72Reed Sheppard makes running layup (Amen Thompson assists)
3rd Quarter71-72Robert Williams III makes 3-foot tip in dunk
3rd Quarter71-75Dorian Finney-Smith makes 27-foot three point jumper (Amen Thompson assists)
3rd Quarter73-75Jrue Holiday makes driving layup (Scoot Henderson assists)
3rd Quarter76-75Jrue Holiday makes 28-foot three point step back jumpshot
3rd Quarter78-75Blake Wesley makes running layup
3rd Quarter80-75Robert Williams III makes 3-foot alley oop dunk (Jrue Holiday assists)
3rd Quarter80-77Tari Eason makes tip shot
3rd Quarter82-77Jrue Holiday makes driving layup (Vit Krejci assists)
4th Quarter85-77Matisse Thybulle makes 25-foot three point jumper (Blake Wesley assists)
4th Quarter85-79Alperen Sengun makes layup (Dorian Finney-Smith assists)
4th Quarter85-80Alperen Sengun makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter85-81Reed Sheppard makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter85-82Reed Sheppard makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter87-82Jerami Grant makes 3-foot two point shot
4th Quarter87-85Alperen Sengun makes 26-foot three point jumper (Amen Thompson assists)
4th Quarter89-85Jerami Grant makes 3-foot running dunk
4th Quarter89-87Amen Thompson makes 7-foot driving floating jump shot
4th Quarter89-89Amen Thompson makes 9-foot pullup jump shot
4th Quarter89-91Amen Thompson makes 1-foot running dunk (Kevin Durant assists)
4th Quarter89-93Reed Sheppard makes 6-foot two point shot
4th Quarter89-95Kevin Durant makes 16-foot running pullup jump shot
4th Quarter89-98Reed Sheppard makes 28-foot three pointer (Amen Thompson assists)
4th Quarter89-99Kevin Durant makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter89-100Kevin Durant makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter90-100Jrue Holiday makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter91-100Jrue Holiday makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter91-102Amen Thompson makes 2-foot dunk (Kevin Durant assists)
4th Quarter93-102Toumani Camara makes 5-foot layup (Jrue Holiday assists)
4th Quarter95-102Robert Williams III makes 9-foot two point shot
4th Quarter97-102Matisse Thybulle makes 5-foot two point shot
4th Quarter97-104Kevin Durant makes 18-foot pullup jump shot (Amen Thompson assists)
4th Quarter99-104Jrue Holiday makes 7-foot two point shot
4th Quarter99-105Reed Sheppard makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter99-106Reed Sheppard makes free throw 2 of 2