Houston Rockets vs Atlanta Hawks 27 October 2026 Prediction

Houston beat Atlanta 121-114 on the road just days ago. Now the teams meet in Texas, where the Rockets will look to extend their 3-0 start.

Houston Has Opened with Three Straight Wins

Houston’s closest game so far was a 114-110 win over San Antonio. Amen Thompson blocked Victor Wembanyama’s dunk attempt in the final seconds to help secure the victory.

The Rockets kept their key players over the summer. Kevin Durant and Alperen Sengun are combining for 47 points per game. Fred VanVleet is healthy after dealing with injuries and is averaging eight assists. Houston has also improved its perimeter shooting, ranking second in the NBA at 41.7% from three.

Houston Rockets Predicted Lineup: Sheppard, Thompson, Durant, Smith Jr., Sengun

Out: None

Manager: Ime Udoka

Atlanta’s Winning Streak Ends

Atlanta opened with road wins over Orlando (132-125) and Charlotte (128-81). Houston then ended that run with a 121-114 win in Atlanta. The Hawks have started well offensively, but they have had more trouble against stronger opponents.

Atlanta ranks third in the NBA in offensive rating at 124.7. Jalen Johnson is averaging a triple-double through three games: 21.7 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists. Five Hawks players are averaging at least 16 points.

Atlanta Hawks Predicted Lineup: McCollum, Alexander-Walker, Daniels, Johnson, Okongwu

Out: None

Manager: Quin Snyder

Houston Has Won Five Straight against Atlanta

The Rockets have won the last five meetings between these teams.

Houston Rockets vs Atlanta Hawks Prediction: Houston Rockets Handicap -5.5

Main pick: Houston is 3-0, including a 128-110 home win over Dallas. The Rockets won 30 of 41 home games last season and have beaten Atlanta five straight times. The Hawks’ defense remains a concern against stronger teams. The pick is Houston Rockets -5.5 at 1.91.

Totals pick: Atlanta has allowed at least 121 points in two of its first three games. Houston scored 117 or more in four of the teams’ last five meetings. Take Houston Rockets team total over 117.5 at 1.95.