The Rockets had the rest advantage on Monday after Utah had to travel following an overtime win with no rest. Although Houston won the game, Utah shot better from the field, from three-point range, had more points off turnovers, assists, 14 more points in the paint, and a slight edge on the boards. The area that Houston dominated was free-throws and the Rockets also committed four fewer turnovers. The Rockets made 27 of 32 (84.4%) free-throw attempts in the home victory while Utah made just 9 of 16 (56.3%). On the season, Utah is averaging 24 free throw attempts per game, and Houston averages 24.8, so with the change to Utah now being at home and with equal rest, expect those numbers to balance out. You can also bet on a better game from Lauri Markkanen and Mike Conley, who combined to shoot 0 for 9 from three and 1 for 6 from the charity strip line in the loss. Lay the points and take Utah.