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Nuggets topple Rockets in Houston clash
10 Nov
Summary
- Rockets lost two recent games, revealing late-game struggles.
- Nuggets have a winning record in clutch games this season.
- Jokic's paint presence is key with Rockets' bigs injured.
The Houston Rockets return home aiming to break a two-game losing streak following an initially strong season start. They are set to face the Denver Nuggets in Houston. Sportsbooks have positioned the Rockets as 4.5-point favorites, with an over/under of 222.5 points for the matchup.
Recent losses have exposed the Rockets' struggles in clutch situations, a pattern that plagued them last season. Despite possessing multiple offensive initiators, they have a 2-3 record in five clutch-time games this season. This contrasts with the Nuggets, who hold a 2-1 record in such games and tend to secure victories through clutch plays by Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray.
The absence of Steven Adams and Clint Capela for the Rockets is a significant factor. This injury situation allows Nikola Jokic to potentially dominate the paint. The Nuggets' team defense is also expected to be a deciding factor in closing out the game.
