Denver Faces Houston Amid 4-Game Home Losing Streak
As the Denver Nuggets prepare to host the Houston Rockets, they are looking to overcome a challenging four-game home losing streak. The matchup takes place on Monday at 9:30 p.m. EST. Denver currently holds a record of 18-6, placing them second in the Western Conference. Meanwhile, the Rockets sit at 16-6, positioned third in the same conference.
Team Performance Overview
The Nuggets have been strong this season, with a notable 13-5 record in conference games. They average 125.5 points per game while outscoring opponents by 9.6 points. In terms of three-point shooting, Denver averages 13.5 made shots per game, which is slightly higher than the 12.7 three-pointers allowed by the Rockets.
On the other hand, Houston ranks fifth in the NBA with an average of 120.6 points per game, shooting at an impressive 48.6% from the field. They have a 9-5 record in Western Conference play.
Statistics Comparison
- Nuggets’ Points Per Game: 125.5
- Nuggets’ Points Allowed Per Game: 115.9
- Rockets’ Points Per Game: 120.6
- Rockets’ Points Allowed Per Game: 110.0
Last Encounter Recap
These two teams have already met once this season, with Denver emerging victorious in their previous clash on November 22. The Nuggets won 112-109, led by a remarkable performance from Nikola Jokic, who scored 34 points. On the other side, Reed Sheppard contributed 27 points for Houston.
Top Performers
Key players from both teams are making significant contributions:
- Nikola Jokic (Nuggets): 29.5 points, 12.3 rebounds, 10.9 assists
- Hunter Tyson (Nuggets): 2.0 three-pointers made per game in the last 10
- Alperen Sengun (Rockets): 23 points, 9.4 rebounds, 7 assists, 1.5 steals
- Amen Thompson (Rockets): 20.0 points per game in the last 10
Recent Performance and Injuries
In their last 10 games, both teams have recorded a 7-3 record. The Nuggets have averaged 126.7 points per game while allowing 119.8. Their shooting percentage stands at 53.1%. The Rockets also perform well, averaging 115.7 points and allowing 107.0 points per game.
Injuries could impact the upcoming game:
- Nuggets Injuries: Christian Braun (ankle), Aaron Gordon (hamstring), Julian Strawther (day-to-day, back)
- Rockets Injuries: Fred VanVleet (season-ending ACL), Dorian Finney-Smith (ankle), Tari Eason (oblique)
As both teams prepare for this key matchup, the Nuggets will strive to break their home losing streak while the Rockets look to maintain their strong performance in the Western Conference standings.
