PREVIEW: The Houston Rockets arrive in Philadelphia with a 26-15 record but carry an underwhelming 11-12 mark on the road , looking to shake off recent travel struggles against a 76ers squad battling its own home court inconsistencies. Coming off a three-game winning streak that included victories over Minnesota, New Orleans, and San Antonio , Houston brings momentum despite their road woes. The Rockets' offensive profile reveals interesting contrasts: they rank first in offensive rebounding at 32.9 percent, excel at limiting three-point attempts, but operate in the bottom ten for three-point frequency and turnover management. Offensively averaging 117 points per game while holding opponents to 110.5, the Rockets have established themselves as a well-balanced threat in the Western Conference. The 76ers sit at 23-19 overall with an identical 11-12 home record, mirroring Houston's geographical struggles. Philadelphia has dealt with ongoing availability issues involving Embiid and George throughout the season, contributing to their home court inconsistency . The 76ers' shot selection tells a story of offensive versatility mixed with efficiency concerns: they rank fourth in free throw shooting at 81.5 percent and sixth in attacking the rim, yet struggle with three-point efficiency and post-up frequency while sitting near the bottom in isolation play. Despite allowing 115.4 points per contest at home, Philadelphia's 116.5 point average keeps them competitive in most matchups , setting up a close contest between two teams seeking to establish consistency in environments where neither has thrived this season.