Brooklyn at Houston

It has been anything but a smooth ride for the Brooklyn Nets this season, who thought they were to a point where they could go deep into the playoffs. They have to feel grateful for the weak nature of the NBA East, as their .418 winning percentage translates to a tie for the #8 and final playoff spot. They may be catching this Houston team in just the right spot. The Rockets are not only off a big win vs. the Clippers, they have had a very tough schedule as they have played against eight teams over .500 in their last nine games, and could easily be in "breather mode" situation for this one. The Nets have done one thing well of late, and that is showing up vs. elite teams where they own a 5-0 ATS mark in their last five vs. a team over .600. Play the points on Brooklyn.