Suns vs Rockets Prediction 25 November 2025

Right now, things are going exceptionally well for Phoenix. They've secured 4 wins in their last 5 games. Recently, they took care of San Antonio with a 111-102 victory. Before that, they edged out Minnesota 114-113 and outplayed Portland 127-110. It's becoming clear that the team is finding a good rhythm offensively, while maintaining strong defensive form. They are deliberately slowing the pace, resulting in an average of just 114 points conceded.

In the matchup against Houston, the team is likely to face more challenges than usual. It's uncertain whether the Suns can effectively handle the Rockets' star player, Alperen Sengun. Overall, they'll need to execute their possessions more slowly, as the opponent is skilled at tight defense and perimeter play. Facing the Rockets' two "towers" will also pose a significant challenge.

Houston's representatives in the upcoming clash might find themselves without Kevin Durant. Nonetheless, the team still has great prospects in terms of the final outcome. The visitors are strong due to their systematic play. Yes, Kevin is an elite shooter, significantly contributing to the team's 41.9% three-point conversion rate. However, they attempt relatively few shots from beyond the arc. The "Rockets" primarily achieve success through confident work in the paint. They narrowly lost to Denver (109-112) but overcame Cleveland (114-104).

It becomes clear that Houston might offer a slightly more pragmatic style of basketball in the upcoming game compared to their average performance. The team operates at a moderate pace, relying heavily on tremendous efficiency. However, with the potential loss of their elite shooter, it's likely that Houston's players will see a slight dip in overall metrics. Although their chances of victory remain high, they might achieve it through different means.