Houston is 28th in pace entering this game, a far cry from where they ranked over the last two seasons. They are also one of the few teams who are good and play defense.
HC Udoka has instituted a slow, grind-it-out type offense with Alperun Sengun getting a lot of touches and acting as another facilitator with Fred Van Fleet.

I expect this to be a close, defensive battle. Houston gave up 91 points to the Grizzlies two nights ago, and have found its stride. Take the UNDER here on Friday night.