The Warriors will play the Rockets on Thursday, March 5th, 2026. Your timezone's tip off time is 7:40 pm EST. Check local listings or your nearest streaming app for coverage.
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Table of Contents
- Matchup Stats
- Captain Shady Lines
- Best Odds
- Interactive Odds Example
- Prop Bets
- Team Standings
- Futures Odds
- Team Pages
- Other Games Today
Key Matchup Stats
The Golden State Warriors and the Houston Rockets will tip-off on Thursday, March 5th, 2026 in what should be another exciting matchup of the 2025-26 NBA season. As we look ahead beyond the season's midway point, it's important to note that each team's performance trends are now falling into place. Use the following analytical insights to size up this matchup and to place an informed wager.
- SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - The Golden State Warriors come to this game with a 92.00 power ranking. The power ranking for their opponent, the Houston Rockets, is currently 95.00. Note that the higher power ranking usually correlates to the favorite team, while the lower ranking to the underdog.
- Away Golden State Warriors - The Golden State Warriors currently have a 11-16 away team record. They now rank 8th in the league for away team wins.
- Home Houston Rockets - The Houston Rockets come to the floor sporting a 18-7 record as a home team. As a result, they stand 4th in the league for home team wins in the 2025-26 NBA regular season.
- Average Points Per Game - The Golden State Warriors currently rank 15th (115.5) for average points scored per game. The Houston Rockets stand 18th, averaging 114.6 PPG.
- Average Opponent Points Per Game - Opponents have scored an average of 113.7 points against the Golden State Warriors, ranking them 17th in the league. Meanwhile, the Houston Rockets currently rank 22nd in the league for points scored against them. Their current standing is 109.6 OPPG.
- Team Division Records - The Golden State Warriors currently have a 6-4 Western Pacific Division division record. Their opponent, the Houston Rockets, come to the game with a 6-5 Western Southwest Division standing.
- Overall Team Records - The Golden State Warriors have a 29-26 overall record, while the Houston Rockets have a 33-20 standing.
Captain Shady Lines
A broken compass is right at least twice a day.
Ahoy, me hearties! The Golden State Warriors face the Houston Rockets... in a fierce battle on Thursday, March 5th, 2026. Get ready!
The Houston Rockets venue will be brimming with anticipation and excitement... as these two titans clash on the court. It's sure to be a showdown for the ages.
The Golden State Warriors have a 29-26 overall standing... while the Houston Rockets boast a 33-20 record. Who will prevail?
With the Warriors holding a 6-4 division record... and the Rockets with a 6-5 record, anything can happen.
Be sure to review each team's performance stats... our preferred sportsbooks offer the best betting options for this game. We have a great sampling of prop bets below. Set sail for victory!
Best Warriors at Rockets Odds
| Underdog Golden State Warriors | Favorite Houston Rockets |
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| Over | Under |
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| Underdog Golden State Warriors | Favorite Houston Rockets |
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Matchup Odds FAQs
The Houston Rockets are -8.5 -105 point spread favorites at BetMGM, while the Golden State Warriors are +8.5 -115 point spread underdogs at BetMGM.
The best over line is 213.5 -110 points at BetMGM, which means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 213.5 -110 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the under.
The Houston Rockets are the -350 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and the Golden State Warriors are the +280 moneyline underdog at BetMGM.
NBA Odds Example
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 BetMGMBet |
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Warriors
Rockets
3/05/26 7:40pm EST | +8.5 -115-8.5 -105 |
Underdog Golden State Warriors - Golden State Warriors bettors risk $100 to win $86.96 at -115 odds.
A +8.5 Golden State Warriors underdog bet wins if they lose by 8 or fewer, tie, or win outright. Your bet loses if they lose by 9 or more.
Favorite Houston Rockets - Houston Rockets bettors risk $100 to win $95.24 at -105 odds.
A -8.5 Houston Rockets favorite bet wins if they win by 9 or more. Your bet loses if they win by 8 or fewer, tie, or lose outright.
Golden State Warriors at Houston Rockets Prop Bets
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Warriors
Rockets
Game to Overtime
3/05/26 7:40pm EST | Yes +1300No -5000Bet |
Warriors
Team Total Points
GSW at HOU 3/05/26 7:40pm EST | 102.5 o -110102.5 u -118Bet |
Rockets
Team Total Points
GSW at HOU 3/05/26 7:40pm EST | 110.5 o -120110.5 u -105Bet |
Al Horford
Points Scored
GSW at HOU 3/05/26 7:40pm EST | 10.5 o +11510.5 u -155Bet |
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Alperen Sengun
Points Scored
GSW at HOU 3/05/26 7:40pm EST | 18.5 o -13018.5 u -105Bet |
Amen Thompson
Points Scored
GSW at HOU 3/05/26 7:40pm EST | 16.5 o -11016.5 u -125Bet |
Brandin Podziemski
Points Scored
GSW at HOU 3/05/26 7:40pm EST | 16.5 o -10516.5 u -130Bet |
De'Anthony Melton
Points Scored
GSW at HOU 3/05/26 7:40pm EST | 15.5 o -11015.5 u -118Bet |
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Dorian Finney-Smith
Points Scored
GSW at HOU 3/05/26 7:40pm EST | 3.5 o -1153.5 u -115Bet |
Draymond Green
Points Scored
GSW at HOU 3/05/26 7:40pm EST | 8.5 o -1108.5 u -120Bet |
Gui Santos
Points Scored
GSW at HOU 3/05/26 7:40pm EST | 12.5 o -11512.5 u -115Bet |
Jabari Smith Jr
Points Scored
GSW at HOU 3/05/26 7:40pm EST | 13.5 o -10513.5 u -125Bet |
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Kevin Durant
Points Scored
GSW at HOU 3/05/26 7:40pm EST | 25.5 o -12525.5 u -105Bet |
Pat Spencer
Points Scored
GSW at HOU 3/05/26 7:40pm EST | 9.5 o -1109.5 u -120Bet |
Reed Sheppard
Points Scored
GSW at HOU 3/05/26 7:40pm EST | 13.5 o -11813.5 u -115Bet |
Tari Eason
Points Scored
GSW at HOU 3/05/26 7:40pm EST | 12.5 o -11512.5 u -115Bet |
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Alperen Sengun
Points, Rebounds & Assists
GSW at HOU 3/05/26 7:40pm EST | 33.5 o -12533.5 u -110Bet |
Amen Thompson
Points, Rebounds & Assists
GSW at HOU 3/05/26 7:40pm EST | 29.5 o +10029.5 u -135Bet |
Brandin Podziemski
Points, Rebounds & Assists
GSW at HOU 3/05/26 7:40pm EST | 26.5 o -12026.5 u -110Bet |
Draymond Green
Points, Rebounds & Assists
GSW at HOU 3/05/26 7:40pm EST | 19.5 o -11019.5 u -120Bet |
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Jabari Smith Jr
Points, Rebounds & Assists
GSW at HOU 3/05/26 7:40pm EST | 21.5 o -12521.5 u -105Bet |
Team Standings
| Team | W | L | Pct | GB | Home | Away | Div | Conf | PPG | Op. PPG | Diff | Strk | L10 |
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| Houston Rockets | 40 | 25 | 0.615 | +10.5 | 22-8 | 18-17 | 6-6 | 22-19 | 114.2 | 110.0 | +4.2 | L1 | 6-4 |
| Golden State Warriors | 32 | 33 | 0.492 | +18.5 | 19-14 | 13-19 | 6-6 | 22-21 | 115.2 | 114.2 | +1.0 | L3 | 3-7 |
Golden State Warriors & Houston Rockets Futures Odds
Latest NBA Championship odds, if available, for each team. Review odds for other teams and learn how to bet on the NBA Championship. See past Championship results and learn how to bet NBA Finals teasers, props and parlays.
Golden State Warriors Championship Odds|
Team | BetMGM |
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| Warriors | +25000 Bet |
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Team | BetMGM |
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| Rockets | +3500 Bet |
Golden State Warriors & Houston Rockets Team Pages
Review each team's season win total odds, futures odds, betting bonuses and other valuable information on our exclusive team betting odds pages. Team betting odds and stats update throughout the season:
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How to Bet on the Golden State Warriors vs Houston Rockets NBA Game
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Open a new sports betting account before game time.
Review our list of sports betting sites. Open a new account before the game starts on Thursday, March 5th, 2026 at 7:40 pm EST, making sure to enter all your personal details correctly. Don't forget to add your bonus code.
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Visit the sportsbook’s cashier, banking, or deposit page.
Navigate to the sportsbook's deposit page. Use your Visa card or MasterCard, or deposit with a bank transfer, or other methods like Paypal.
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Tap to the sportsbook's NBA page, look for the Golden State Warriors vs Houston Rockets Game.
Navigate to the sportsbook's NBA page. Next, look for live or upcoming matchups. Select the Golden State Warriors vs Houston Rockets Game.
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Choose your bet and place a wager.
Choose your bet and then use the funds you deposited to place a wager. The sportsbook will pay your winnings or deduct a losing wager from your account balance after the game.
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