The Sixers will play the Rockets on Thursday, April 9th, 2026. Your timezone's tip off time is 8:10 pm EDT. 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
As we wrap up the 2025-26 NBA regular season, the Philadelphia 76ers and the Houston Rockets will take to the court on Thursday, April 9th, 2026. Recall that the NBA determines playoff seeds using each team's win-loss records. Now's the chance for either team to finalize their season standing and hopefully secure a playoff berth. The following are some useful handicapping stats compiled throughout the season. Be sure to review the best point spread, total, and moneyline betting odds below.
- SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - The Philadelphia 76ers arrive at this game with a 88.33 power ranking. Meanwhile, the Houston Rockets, have a 96.33 ranking. The higher SportsBetting3.com power ranking usually correlates with the favorite team.
- Away Philadelphia 76ers - The Philadelphia 76ers sport a 21-18 away team record. That result ranks them 6th in the league for away team wins.
- Home Houston Rockets - The Houston Rockets hit the floor with a 28-10 home team record. They're wrapping up the 2025-26 season ranked 3rd in the league for home team wins.
- Average Points Per Game - The Philadelphia 76ers sit 11th (116.1) for average points scored per game. The Houston Rockets stand 16th, averaging 114.8 PPG.
- Average Opponent Points Per Game - Opponents have scored an average of 116.5 points against the Philadelphia 76ers per game this season. That result puts them 12th in the league for the 2025-26 season. The Houston Rockets stand 24th in the league for points scored against them, meaning they've allowed 109.9 OPPG on average.
- Team Division Records - The Philadelphia 76ers wind down the season with a 9-7 Eastern Atlantic Division division record. Their opponent, the Houston Rockets, have a 9-6 Western Southwest Division standing.
- Overall Team Records - The Philadelphia 76ers have a 43-36 overall record, while the Houston Rockets have a 50-29 standing. Note that the NBA determines playoff seeds using team win-loss records, subject to tie breaking rules.
Captain Shady Lines
A broken compass is right at least twice a day.
Avast ye scallywags! The Philadelphia 76ers be sailin' to Houston to battle the Rockets... in a crucial clash to secure their playoff fate. Philadelphia stands at 43-36 overall... while the Rockets boast a 50-29 record, makin' for a fierce showdown.
The 76ers hold a 9-7 division record in the East... while the Rockets have a 9-6 record in the competitive West. Both teams be known for their high-scoring ways... with the 76ers averagin' 116.1 points per game and the Rockets not far behind.
Review each team's season standings below... to see how they stack up head to head. And if ye be lookin' to place a wager... review the best point spread, total, and moneyline bets for this matchup below from our sports betting partners.
Don't forget to look at this game's prop bets for each team and individual players... to add some more excitement to the battle on the court. It be sure to be a showdown for the ages as these two teams clash in Houston. Arrr!
Best Sixers at Rockets Odds
| Underdog Philadelphia 76ers | Favorite Houston Rockets |
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| Underdog Philadelphia 76ers | Favorite Houston Rockets |
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Matchup Odds FAQs
The Houston Rockets are -6.5 -105 point spread favorites at BetMGM, while the Philadelphia 76ers are +6.5 -115 point spread underdogs at BetMGM.
The best over line is 225.5 -115 points at BetMGM, which means you risk $115 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 225.5 -105 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $105 to win $100 betting the under.
The Houston Rockets are the -250 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and the Philadelphia 76ers are the +200 moneyline underdog at BetMGM.
NBA Odds Example
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Sixers
Rockets
4/09/26 8:10pm EDT | +6.5 -115-6.5 -105 |
Underdog Philadelphia 76ers - Philadelphia 76ers bettors risk $100 to win $86.96 at -115 odds.
A +6.5 Philadelphia 76ers underdog bet wins if they lose by 6 or fewer, tie, or win outright. Your bet loses if they lose by 7 or more.
Favorite Houston Rockets - Houston Rockets bettors risk $100 to win $95.24 at -105 odds.
A -6.5 Houston Rockets favorite bet wins if they win by 7 or more. Your bet loses if they win by 6 or fewer, tie, or lose outright.
Philadelphia 76ers at Houston Rockets Prop Bets
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Sixers
Rockets
Game to Overtime
4/09/26 8:10pm EDT | Yes +1200No -3000Bet |
Rockets
Team Total Points
PHI at HOU 4/09/26 8:10pm EDT | 115.5 o -120115.5 u -105Bet |
Sixers
Team Total Points
PHI at HOU 4/09/26 8:10pm EDT | 109.5 o -120109.5 u -105Bet |
Alperen Sengun
Points, Rebounds & Assists
PHI at HOU 4/09/26 8:10pm EDT | 33.5 o -12033.5 u -110Bet |
| BetMGM | |
Amen Thompson
Points, Rebounds & Assists
PHI at HOU 4/09/26 8:10pm EDT | 30.5 o -12530.5 u -105Bet |
Jabari Smith Jr
Points, Rebounds & Assists
PHI at HOU 4/09/26 8:10pm EDT | 22.5 o -12522.5 u -110Bet |
Kelly Oubre Jr
Points, Rebounds & Assists
PHI at HOU 4/09/26 8:10pm EDT | 19.5 o -12519.5 u -110Bet |
Tyrese Maxey
Points, Rebounds & Assists
PHI at HOU 4/09/26 8:10pm EDT | 39.5 o +11039.5 u -150Bet |
Team Standings
| Team | W | L | Pct | GB | Home | Away | Div | Conf | PPG | Op. PPG | Diff | Strk | L10 |
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| x - Houston Rockets | 52 | 30 | 0.634 | +12.0 | 30-11 | 22-19 | 10-6 | 29-23 | 115.2 | 110.0 | +5.2 | W1 | 9-1 |
| pb - Philadelphia 76ers | 45 | 37 | 0.549 | +19.0 | 23-18 | 22-19 | 9-7 | 27-25 | 115.9 | 116.1 | -0.2 | W2 | 6-4 |
Philadelphia 76ers & 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.
Philadelphia 76ers Championship Odds|
Team | BetMGM |
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| Sixers | +15000 Bet |
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Team | BetMGM |
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| Rockets | +6600 Bet |
Philadelphia 76ers & 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:
How to Bet on the Game
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How to Bet on the Philadelphia 76ers vs Houston Rockets NBA Game
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Open a new sports betting account before game time.
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Visit the sportsbook’s cashier, banking, or deposit page.
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Tap to the sportsbook's NBA page, look for the Philadelphia 76ers 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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