Houston Rockets vs Washington Wizards Picks and Predictions for Sunday, November 15, 2026

On Sunday, the Houston Rockets (10-3) visit Capital One Arena in the Nation’s Capital to play the Washington Wizards (4-9) at 7:00 pm ET on MNMT. Houston moved to second in the Southwest Division with a 125-118 win on Friday over Utah. The win was Houston’s third straight. Washington is fifth or last in the Southeast. The Wizards lost on Thursday in double overtime, 144-140, to Detroit. The loss was Washington’s sixth straight. Houston is 3-2 on the road, while Washington is 2-3 at home. Cash in a winner with our free NBA picks.

Houston Rockets Looking for Fourth Straight Win

Houston’s seven-point win over Utah on Friday was its third straight. The Rockets led by 10 at the break but could not shake off a determined Utah squad, who were as close as three to start the final quarter. Alperen Sengun played exceptionally well for Houston, with 43 points and 12 rebounds. Sengun was 17-for-24 from the field. Before beating Utah on Friday, the Rockets downed Golden State Wednesday and Denver on Monday.

Sengun leads Houston with 21.1 points, 9.4 rebounds and 7.9 assists per game. Kevin Durant averages 20.9 points, while Jabari Smith Jr. adds 16.8. The Rockets score 115.4 points per game and allow 107.4. Houston shoots 47.8% from the field and 37.4% from three-point range. The Rockets have scored at least 110 points in three consecutive games, while holding opponents to 108 or fewer in two of those victories.

Injuries: Marcus Smart is suspended. Clint Capela and Steven Adams are out.

Washington Wizards Trying to End Six-Game Losing Streak

Washington came close to ending its losing streak Thursday but fell to Detroit 144-140 in double overtime. The Wizards forced overtime when Trae Young hit a three-pointer at the regulation buzzer. Rookie AJ Dybantsa then tied the game again with a jumper late in the first overtime. Young led Washington with 37 points and 14 assists, while Anthony Davis scored 30 and grabbed a team-high 15 rebounds. The Wizards had lost to Indiana 114-101 on Wednesday and have now dropped six straight games.

Davis leads Washington with 25.6 points and 10.5 rebounds per game. Young averages 19.7 points and a team-high 8.8 assists, while Kyshawn George contributes 18.2 points. Washington scores 110.0 points per game but allows 115.8. The Wizards shoot 45.4% overall and only 29.8% from beyond the arc. Washington has allowed at least 114 points in six straight games, including 144 against Detroit.

Injuries: Tristan Vukcevic, Reece Beekman, Justin Champagnie and Jamir Watkins are out. Bub Carrington is questionable.

Key To The Game

Houston has been defending well, but Washington has several dangerous scorers. The Rockets need Sengun to continue controlling the paint, while the Wizards must find a way to slow Houston's offense. Washington also needs better outside shooting after struggling from three-point range this season.

Houston Rockets vs Washington Wizards Game Pick

• Houston Rockets

Houston’s winning streak stands at three, and the Rockets have played much better defense than has Washington. Houston allows only 107.4 points per game, and Washington is giving up 115.8. Sengun has been playing well for Houston, evidenced by 43 points scored last time out. Durant has been a scorer throughout his NBA career, and Washington will have a hard time shutting him down. Washington’s offense has been strong behind Davis and Young, but on defense the Wizards have struggled. Houston has also been taking better care of the basketball, averaging fewer than 14 turnovers per game. I like Houston to win its fourth straight Sunday.

Houston Rockets vs Washington Wizards Over/Under Pick

• Over

Washington has allowed at least 114 points in six consecutive games, including 144 against Detroit on Thursday. The Wizards can also score, putting up 140 in that loss, with Young and Davis both capable of big performances. Houston averages 115.4 points per game and has scored 115 or more in its last two outings. Sengun is coming off his best scoring game of the season, while Durant remains a consistent offensive threat. The Rockets have been solid defensively, but Washington has enough talent to contribute to the total. I expect plenty of scoring and like the over Sunday.