Seeking their fifth straight victory, the Denver Nuggets (8-1) are set to confront the Houston Rockets (5-3) on Sunday night.
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Seeking their fifth straight victory, the Denver Nuggets (8-1) are set to confront the Houston Rockets (5-3) on Sunday night. Fresh from a 108-105 triumph against Golden State with a 4.5-point advantage, the Nuggets are on a high. Meanwhile, the Rockets, who secured a 104-101 victory over New Orleans as 3.5-point favorites, are riding their own wave of success. Denver boasts an impressive 9-1 record in their last ten encounters with Houston.
The Nuggets have kicked off the season on a stellar note, clinching victory in eight of their past nine matchups. Eager to sustain this momentum, they aim to secure another triumph against the Rockets. A win would mark their fifth consecutive victory and an impressive ninth win in the last ten games.
After opening the season with three consecutive losses, the Rockets rebounded impressively by securing five consecutive victories. Now, they aim to sustain this positive momentum by defeating the Nuggets, potentially clinching their sixth consecutive win.
Denver maintains an average of 116 points per game, showcasing offensive prowess. In their recent match, they tallied 108 points, shooting at a 44.6% accuracy from the field and 31.4% from beyond the arc. Nikola Jokic spearheaded the Nuggets’ effort, contributing an impressive 35 points, 13 rebounds, and five assists. Reggie Jackson made his mark with 20 points and six assists, while Michael Porter Jr. chipped in with 17 points and eight rebounds.
Denver has showcased a strong defensive performance, allowing an average of 106 points per game. In their recent matchup, they conceded 105 points, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a comparable defensive effort for a potential victory in the upcoming game.
Houston maintains an average of 111.5 points per game, demonstrating offensive consistency. In their most recent outing, they netted 104 points, shooting at a 40.9% accuracy from the field and 28.6% from beyond the three-point line.
Jalen Green showcased his scoring prowess, leading the Rockets with 25 points and contributing four rebounds. Alperen Sengun delivered an impressive performance, finishing with 24 points, eight rebounds, and three assists, while Alperen Sengun added 20 points along with eight assists.
Houston has demonstrated a commendable defensive performance, allowing an average of 106 points per game. In their recent matchup, they conceded 101 points, underscoring the need to maintain this defensive prowess for a successful outcome in their upcoming game.
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