Denver Nuggets vs Houston Rockets Odds

The Nuggets will play the Rockets on Sunday, April 13th, 2025. Your timezone's tip off time is 2:40 pm CDT. Check local listings or your nearest streaming app for coverage.

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Key Matchup Stats

As we wrap up the 2024-25 NBA regular season, the Denver Nuggets and the Houston Rockets will take to the court on Sunday, April 13th, 2025. Recall that the NBA determines playoff seeds using each team's win-loss records. Now's the chance for either team to finalize their season standing and hopefully secure a playoff berth. The following are some useful handicapping stats compiled throughout the season. Be sure to review the best point spread, total, and moneyline betting odds below.

  • SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - The Denver Nuggets arrive at this game with a 94.67 power ranking. Meanwhile, the Houston Rockets, have a 95.67 ranking. The higher SportsBetting3.com power ranking usually correlates with the favorite team.
  • Away Denver Nuggets - The Denver Nuggets sport a 23-17 away team record. That result ranks them 5th in the league for away team wins.
  • Home Houston Rockets - The Houston Rockets hit the floor with a 29-11 home team record. They're wrapping up the 2024-25 season ranked 5th in the league for home team wins.
  • Average Points Per Game - The Denver Nuggets sit 3rd (120.7) for average points scored per game. The Houston Rockets stand 13th, averaging 114.3 PPG.
  • Average Opponent Points Per Game - Opponents have scored an average of 116.9 points against the Denver Nuggets per game this season. That result puts them 7th in the league for the 2024-25 season. The Houston Rockets stand 22nd in the league for points scored against them, meaning they've allowed 109.6 OPPG on average.
  • Team Division Records - The Denver Nuggets wind down the season with a 8-8 Western Northwest Division division record. Their opponent, the Houston Rockets, have a 13-3 Western Southwest Division standing.
  • Overall Team Records - The Denver Nuggets have a 49-32 overall record, while the Houston Rockets have a 52-29 standing. Note that the NBA determines playoff seeds using team win-loss records, subject to tie breaking rules.

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Avast ye scallywags! The Denver Nuggets sail to Houston to plunder a victory...Lagging behind in the standings, the Nuggets need this win to secure their spot...The Rockets, with a better record, aim to defend their home court...Review each team's season standings below to see who will come out on top...In the final battle before the playoffs, tensions run high as these teams clash...At the buzzer, only one will emerge victorious, leaving the other to walk the plank...Review the best point spread, total, and moneyline bets for this matchup below from our sports betting partners...Look at this game's prop bets for each team and individual players to place your bets...Will the Nuggets rise above their division rivals or will the Rockets reign supreme? Hoist the colors, it's game day!

Best Nuggets at Rockets Odds


Best Point Spread Betting Odds
Underdog

Houston Rockets
Favorite

Denver Nuggets
The Denver Nuggets have a -7.5 -110 point spread at BetMGM PA. They are the point spread favorite in this matchup. The Houston Rockets have a +8 -110 point spread at BetRivers PA. The Houston Rockets are the point spread underdogs. Review how to bet on a point spread with our text and video tutorials.

Best Total Betting Odds
OverUnder
BetRivers has the best over line of 235 points. Risk $110 to win $100. BetMGM has the best under line of 235.5 points. Risk $110 to win $100. Our tutorial explains more about total bets.

Best Moneyline Betting Odds
Underdog

Houston Rockets
Favorite

Denver Nuggets
The Denver Nuggets are the -300 moneyline favorite. Risk $300 to win $100 on the Denver Nuggets at BetMGM. The Houston Rockets are the +255 underdog at BetRivers. Risk $100 to win $255 on the Houston Rockets. Learn more about how to bet on money lines.

Matchup Odds FAQs

What is the point spread for the Denver Nuggets vs Houston Rockets NBA game on Sunday, April 13th, 2025?

The Denver Nuggets are -7.5 -110 point spread favorites at BetMGM, while the Houston Rockets are +8 -110 point spread underdogs at BetRivers.

What is the over-under total line for the Denver Nuggets vs Houston Rockets NBA game on Sunday, April 13th, 2025?

The best over line is 235 -110 points at BetRivers, which means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 235.5 -110 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the under.

What is the moneyline for the Denver Nuggets vs Houston Rockets NBA game on Sunday, April 13th, 2025?

The Denver Nuggets are the -300 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and the Houston Rockets are the +255 moneyline underdog at BetRivers.

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NBA Odds and Outcomes Explained

Game
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Nuggets
Rockets
4/13/25 2:40pm CDT
-7.5 -110+7.5 -110
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Underdog Houston Rockets - Houston Rockets bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.

A +7.5 Houston Rockets underdog bet wins if they lose by 7 or fewer, tie, or win outright. Your bet loses if they lose by 8 or more.

Favorite Denver Nuggets - Denver Nuggets bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.

A -7.5 Denver Nuggets favorite bet wins if they win by 8 or more. Your bet loses if they win by 7 or fewer, tie, or lose outright.

Denver Nuggets at Houston Rockets Prop Bets

NBA Prop Bets
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BetMGM Sports Betting BetMGM
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Nuggets
Rockets
Game to Overtime
4/13/25 2:40pm CDT
Yes +1200No -3000Bet
Nuggets
Team Total Points
DEN at HOU
4/13/25 2:40pm CDT
121.5 o -118121.5 u -110Bet
Rockets
Team Total Points
DEN at HOU
4/13/25 2:40pm CDT
113.5 o -120113.5 u -105Bet
Aaron Gordon
Points Scored
DEN at HOU
4/13/25 2:40pm CDT
16.5 o -11016.5 u -120Bet
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Christian Braun
Points Scored
DEN at HOU
4/13/25 2:40pm CDT
13.5 o -13513.5 u +100Bet
Jamal Murray
Points Scored
DEN at HOU
4/13/25 2:40pm CDT
18.5 o -13018.5 u +100Bet
Michael Porter Jr
Points Scored
DEN at HOU
4/13/25 2:40pm CDT
16.5 o -11016.5 u -120Bet
Nikola Jokic
Points Scored
DEN at HOU
4/13/25 2:40pm CDT
28.5 o -11528.5 u -118Bet
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Aaron Gordon
Points, Rebounds & Assists
DEN at HOU
4/13/25 2:40pm CDT
24.5 o -10524.5 u -130Bet
Christian Braun
Points, Rebounds & Assists
DEN at HOU
4/13/25 2:40pm CDT
21.5 o -11821.5 u -115Bet
Jamal Murray
Points, Rebounds & Assists
DEN at HOU
4/13/25 2:40pm CDT
27.5 o -11527.5 u -115Bet
Michael Porter Jr
Points, Rebounds & Assists
DEN at HOU
4/13/25 2:40pm CDT
25.5 o -11025.5 u -120Bet
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Nikola Jokic
Points, Rebounds & Assists
DEN at HOU
4/13/25 2:40pm CDT
50.5 o -12550.5 u -110Bet

Team Standings

2024-2025 NBA Regular Season Standings - Denver Nuggets, Houston Rockets
Team W L Pct GB Home Away Div Conf PPG Op. PPG Diff Strk L10
y - Houston Rockets52300.634+16.029-1223-1713-331-21114.3109.8+4.5L36-4
x - Denver Nuggets50320.610+18.026-1524-178-832-20120.8116.9+3.9W35-5

Denver Nuggets & Houston Rockets Futures Odds

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Houston Rockets Championship Odds
2024-25 Houston Rockets NBA Championship Odds

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