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Gordon's Return: Nuggets Clash With Rockets in NBA Cup Showdown
22 Nov, 2025
Summary
- Aaron Gordon is expected to return for the Nuggets vs. Rockets game.
- Both teams are 1-1 in Group C and vying for the top spot.
- The game is scheduled for Friday at 9:30 p.m. ET in Houston.
The Denver Nuggets are set to host the Houston Rockets in a significant NBA Cup game this Friday, with a second-versus-third place clash in the Western Conference. A major storyline is the expected return of forward Aaron Gordon, who missed the Nuggets' recent win due to a hamstring injury. His availability is crucial for the Nuggets to effectively counter the Rockets' potent offense, led by standout players.
Both the Nuggets and Rockets enter the matchup with identical 1-1 records in Group C of the tournament. This game presents a key opportunity for one team to claim the leading position in their group, highlighting its competitive importance. While Gordon is expected to play, guard Julian Strawther will miss his third consecutive game due to a lower back strain and is targeting a return on Saturday.
The high-stakes contest is scheduled to tip off at 9:30 p.m. ET and will be exclusively televised on Amazon Prime, with streaming options available on NBA League Pass. Fans can catch the action live from the Toyota Center in Houston.
