I like the Houston Rockets over Portland as they are in desperation mode and absolutely must win this game in order to have any chance to get back in this series and avoid a possible sweep. James Harden has struggled in the first 2 games shooting 14-47 and not getting to the FT line. I expect a big game from him tonight! Another problem for Houston has been the inability to stop LaMarcus Aldridge. Dwight Howard is being whistled for some ridiculously stupid fouls and even though I'm not his biggest fan, he has a beef. The officials are all over him, watching every time he has the ball, sets a screen, or even goes up for a rebound and they are just itching to blow the whistle. Tonight I believe you'll see Howard do a better job of staying out of foul trouble and I don't see Aldridge scoring anywhere near 46 points tonight. Look for Houston to win this one outright!