The Utah Jazz are set to host the Houston Rockets at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City on Sunday, November 30, 2025, in a Western Conference showdown. Tip-off is at 3:00 PM EDT.
Jazz Struggle to Find Rhythm
The Jazz (6-12) are currently 11th in the Western Conference and are struggling, having lost their last three games. Their defense has been a major issue, allowing a league-worst 125.2 points per game. While they can score (118.6 points per game), their defensive woes and recent injuries are making it difficult to compete.
Keyonte George and Taylor Hendricks are sidelined with injuries, and Walker Kessler is questionable. Lauri Markkanen has been a bright spot, averaging 23.8 points and 8.2 rebounds. Collin Sexton provides a scoring punch off the bench, but the Jazz need more consistent contributions from the rest of the roster.
Rockets Soaring on the Road
The Houston Rockets (12-4) are flying high, sitting third in the Western Conference. They’re currently on a four-game road winning streak, capped off by a victory over the Warriors. Rookie Reed Sheppard had a breakout game in that win, scoring 31 points.
The Rockets boast a strong offense (121.1 points per game) and a solid defense (110.4 points allowed). Jalen Green leads the team in scoring, and the Rockets are excellent on the boards, averaging 49.3 rebounds per game.
Key Matchups and What to Watch For
- Markkanen vs. Green: The star players on each team will need to have big games.
- Jazz Defense vs. Rockets Offense: Can the Jazz contain Houston's high-powered attack?
- Rockets Rebounding: Will Houston dominate the boards?
Prediction
Given the Jazz's struggles and the Rockets' strong form, Houston is the favourite. However, if the Jazz can find a way to improve their defense and get more consistent scoring, they could make it a competitive game.