The Houston Rockets have an extended stay in the Mile High City as they battle the Denver Nuggets for the second time within three days. On Monday, Houston lost to Denver 129-113. Will the Nuggets (13-7) go back-to-back, or will the Rockets (5-15) get revenge?
Both squads have played well over the last two weeks. Houston is 2-1 in its last three games and 3-1 against the spread (ATS) over the last four. Denver is 4-1 outright and ATS in its last five games.
Let’s check the latest NBA odds, stats, injury reports and NBA lines for Rockets vs Nuggets. We’ve plenty of NBA betting odds for you to consider.
Houston is Heating Up
Through 20 games, the Houston Rockets have been one of the NBA’s worst teams once again. The road has especially been a struggle with a 2-10 record. Houston may not be a great moneyline pick on the road, but it is 6-6 ATS as visitors.
The Rockets’ red-hot offense also provides comfort. In the last four games, Houston is averaging 119.8 points, compared to its average of 110.3 points. Second-year guard Jalen Green had two big performances over the weekend with 30 and 28 points while shooting 9 of 18 on 3-pointers and over 50% from the floor. Denver ranks 19th in allowed 3-pointers per game. Green prop bets could be a solid choice.
As the 5-15 record suggests, Houston still has major defensive problems. The Rockets rank 28th in defensive efficiency and have allowed over 120 points in three of the last four.
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Nuggets Not Fazed By Injuries
Despite several key injuries, the Denver Nuggets are on a three-game winning streak. Sixth Man of the Year candidate Nah’Shon “Bones” Hyland (+2000) has missed the last three games with an illness. Plus, Denver has been without forward Michael Porter Jr. (heel) for the same period of time. This is over 30 points per game missing from the rotation.
In response, center Nikola Jokic, point guard Jamal Murray and forward Aaron Gordon have stepped up. Jokic is having another MVP-caliber season (+3300) as he leads the Nuggets in points, rebounds and assists per game. He has scored over 30 points in three of the last four. Gordon, who averages 15.8 points, has totaled over 28 points in two of the last three. Jokic (32 points) and Murray (31 points) come off big performances against the Rockets, making both solid prop bets.
Hyland and Porter are questionable for Wednesday, along with Jeff Green (knee). Don’t shy away from Denver; it is 3-0 ATS over the last three games.
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Rockets vs Nuggets Head-to-Head
As mentioned, the Nuggets coasted on Monday night against the Rockets. Houston had a hard time stopping Denver’s offense as it shot 56.8% from the field. The Nuggets are on an eight-game winning streak against the Rockets and are 3-0 ATS in the last three.
Rockets vs Nuggets Game Information
- Game: Rockets vs Nuggets
- Location: Ball Arena, Denver, CO
- Day/Time: Wednesday, Nov. 30th, 9 p.m. ET
- Rockets vs Nuggets Live Stream: NBA Game Pass
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Rockets vs Nuggets Betting Lines
Rockets vs Nuggets Picks & Prediction
The Rockets’ frontcourt is severely overmatched against the Nuggets. Jokic has scored 24 or more points in five straight and has corralled double-digit rebounds in four of the last five against Houston. The Rockets made 16 3-pointers on Monday and still lost by double digits. Roll with Jokic props and the Nuggets covering.
The cover also seems like a good bet. Monday’s matchup hit the over rather easily. Houston’s offense is thriving and Denver has an advantage in the paint. Plenty of points should be scored.
The Denver Nuggets are listed at -700 in our Vegas NBA lines. This means that if you wager $100 on Denver, you have a chance to win $14. The Houston Rockets are +490, offering a chance to win $490 on a $100 wager.
The implied probability attached to the betting lines gives the Nuggets an 87.50% chance to win, with Rockets at 16.95%.
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Rockets vs Nuggets Previous Game (Nov. 28, 2022)
The Houston Rockets and the Denver Nuggets will play their next two games against each other over three days in the Mile High city. Each team is on a two-game win streak, but at different ends of the standings. The Nuggets (14-7) have the second-best record in the Western Conference and the Rockets (5-14) have the worst.
The Rockets’ future played well against the Oklahoma City Thunder, winning 118-105, as every starter was in double-digit scoring. With Nikola Jokić back, the Nuggets are returning to their winning ways, beating the Los Angeles Clippers 114-104 in a complete game.
