Player prediction in Houston!
Jabari Smith Jr. is averaging 18.4 points per game, comfortably above the 13.5 line. He has scored at least 14 points in each of his last six games, including 30 against Oklahoma City and 22 against Dallas. He is also averaging 34.5 minutes per game this season.
Match: Rockets vs Timberwolves
League / Competition: NBA
Our Pick: Jabari Smith over 13,5 points
Odds: 1.80
Market: Player Props
Analyst Confidence: 5/5
Jabari Smith Jr. has been a reliable scoring contributor for Houston this season, averaging 18.4 points per game across eight appearances. That puts him nearly five points above the 13.5-point line.
His recent form is encouraging. Smith has scored 14, 30, 22, 14 and 16 points in his last five games, clearing this line in every one. His ability to score from beyond the arc is another major advantage, as he is averaging 3.1 made three-pointers per game.
Smith is also playing significant minutes, averaging approximately 34.5 per game. With a consistent starting role and a scoring average well above the required mark, he has a good opportunity to reach 14 points against Minnesota.