Utah Jazz vs Houston Rockets Picks and Prediction for Monday February 23 2026

By: Eddie Kline Published 02/23/2026, 12:20 AM ET

Jazz Preview

The Toyota Center will play host to a Monday night NBA clash between the Utah Jazz and the Houston Rockets. For other NBA action see our NBA Predictions. The Jazz (18-39) have dropped 21 of their first 28 road games and have assembled enough talent to begin competing for a playoff berth in the next couple of years. On Friday, Utah was outscored by 21 points during the second half of a 123-114 road loss against Memphis.

Utah G Isaiah Collier tallied a game-high 24 points (9-16 FG), five assists, and four steals. Rookie G Ace Bailey and F Kyle Filipowski scored 20 points apiece on a combined 17-for-32 shooting effort. The Jazz committed 24 turnovers and shot 49 percent from the field.

Rockets Preview

The Houston Rockets have won 18 of their first 25 home games and trail Denver by one game for third place in the Western Conference standings. The Rockets (34-21) rank fifth in the league in defensive efficiency and are allowing a shade below 110 points per contest. On Saturday, Houston was unable to protect an 18-point fourth quarter lead during a 108-106 road loss against New York.

All-Star F Kevin Durant led all scorers with 30 points on 10-for-26 shooting and pulled down six boards. Houston F Jabari Smith Jr. nailed half of his eight three-point attempts and finished with 21 points. All-Star C Alperen Sengun added 16 points, six rebounds, and six assists for the Rockets.

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Jazz vs Rockets Pick

Newly acquired Utah F Jaren Jackson Jr. is dealing with a knee issue and will be shut down for the remainder of the season. The Jazz rank third in the league in tempo, so the over is worth a look. The stronger play is on the Rockets to bounce back with a home victory and cover. Final Score Prediction, Houston Rockets win 123-105.