For your Nuggets vs. Rockets predictions needs, we’ve got you covered as the Rockets hit the road to face the Nuggets on Friday, Dec 8 at 9:00 ET. Currently, the total sits at 220, with the Nuggets favored by 9 at home. Keep reading to get our Nuggets vs. Rockets player props and predictions.
Nuggets vs. Rockets Odds
- Spread: Nuggets -9
- Total 220
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Game Info
- Date: Friday, Dec 8
- Time: 9:00 ET
- Location: Ball Arena, Denver CO
- TV: ALT
Rockets Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the Rockets have an over/under record of 2-3 and are 2-2-1 vs. the spread.
- When looking at their past ten road matchups, Houston has an ATS record of 4-5-1 while averaging 109 per game. The team went 2-8 overall in these games.
- Looking back on the team’s last five games as the underdog, the Rockets have a straight up record of 2-3. Their record vs the spread in these games was 2-2-1.
Nuggets Betting Trends
- In their last five games, the Nuggets have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 2-2-1 vs. the spread.
- In their last three games at home, the Nuggets have a straight up record of 1-2 while going 1-2 vs the spread. The team’s offense averaged 112 points per game in these contests.
- The Nuggets have played well in their last three games as the betting favorite, going 3-0 straight up and 2-0-1 against the spread.
Do the Rockets Stand a Chance on the Road?
When looking at the Rockets’ overall record of 9-9, it’s clear that they will need to bring their A-game to have a chance at winning as they are +9 point underdogs. At home, the Rockets have gone 9-1 while going 0-8 on the road.
In their most recent game, the Rockets’ offense tallied 110 points, consistent with their ongoing season average of 110.1 points per game. In terms of offense, the Rockets have a season-long field goal percentage of 47%, putting them 18th in the NBA. Regarding three-pointers, they are ranked 16th in percentage and 15th in three-pointers made.
In the current season, the Rockets defense has excelled, sitting 2nd in the NBA by allowing 106.9 points per game.
Houston’s defense is currently forcing 12.6 turnovers per game, which is 8th in the league. Additionally, they enter the game ranked 26th in blocked shots, with an average of 4.4 rejections per game.
Can The Nuggets Secure a Home Victory?
In their last five games, the Nuggets have gone 3-2 and have a record of 14-8 overall. When looking at their home vs. road record, Denver is 9-0 at home and 5-8 on the road.
The Nuggets’ offense, in their latest game, managed to score just 102 points versus the Clippers. During the game, they attempted 31 three-point shots and had a field goal percentage of 41.8%. Nikola Jokic is currently the leading scorer for the team, entering today’s matchup with an average of 28.6. Meanwhile, Michael Porter Jr. also brings a PPG average of 17.5 into the game.
Coming into the game, the Nuggets defense has held opposing team’s to fewer points than the league average in 31.8% of their games. Currently, they are 6th in the NBA at 110.5 points per game allowed.
Denver struggled on the boards in their last game vs. the Clippers, giving up 14. For the game, Los Angeles scored 111 points in the game.
Nuggets vs. Rockets Player Prop
A player prop we are looking at is Alperen Sengun and his points prop of 21.5. Currently, the over for this prop is sitting at a payout of -119 while the under is at -115. Based on our projections, Alperen Sengun is expected to go 9/17 from the field, resulting in 23 points. We recommend taking the over on his prop bet, which offers a payout of -119.
- The Prop: Alperen Sengun Over 21.5 Points (-119)
Nuggets vs. Rockets Predictions
For a point-spread bet in this Nuggets vs. Nuggets matchup, we’re leaning towards the Rockets at +9. Although our projections show the Nuggets winning 108-106, we suggest placing your bet on the Rockets for the point-spread.
Regarding the over/under, the current line is set at 220, and our model predicts the Rockets and Nuggets to score a combined 214 points. We recommend betting on the under.
The Pick: Rockets +9 | at Fanduel Sportsbook
