The Houston Rockets are ice cold, heading into this contest off seven straight losses through which they have averaged 103.7 ppg. Defensively, the Rockets have been holding their own in most games this season, limiting opponents to 111.3 ppg (11th). The Bulls have won three of their last five, but they've been held to 106 points or fewer not counting overtime in four of those five games. The exception was a 122-114 win over the Kings last time out, but Houston is playing much better D and at a slower pace than Sacramento.

Under is 22-7 in Rockets last 29 games as a home underdog. Under is 34-16-1 in Rockets last 51 home games. Under is 5-1 in Bulls last 6 games as a favorite.

8* play on UNDER.