The Rockets will play the Nuggets on Friday, December 8th, 2023. Your timezone's tip off time is 9:10 pm EST. Check local listings or your nearest streaming app for coverage.
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Table of Contents
- Matchup Stats
- Captain Shady Lines
- Best Odds
- Interactive Odds Example
- Prop Bets
- Team Standings
- Futures Odds
- Team Pages
- Other Games Today
Key Matchup Stats
Now that the 2023-24 NBA season is in full swing, let's gear up for a game between the Houston Rockets and the Denver Nuggets set for Friday, December 8th, 2023. Make sure to review each team's performance stats below as you handicap this matchup. We've included a few key metrics we think will be most helpful. At this point in the season, statistical trends should begin to firm up.
- SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - The Houston Rockets currently have a 93.67 power ranking. The power ranking for the Denver Nuggets is 94.67. Continue monitoring these figures as the season progresses.
- Away Houston Rockets - The Houston Rockets currently have a 0-8 record as an away team. That standing puts them 8th in the league for away team wins.
- Home Denver Nuggets - The Denver Nuggets start this matchup with a 9-0 record as a home team. They now rank 2nd in the league for home team wins so far in the 2023-24 NBA regular season.
- Average Points Per Game - The Houston Rockets currently rank 23rd (110.1) for average points scored per game. On the other side of the court, the Denver Nuggets stand at 13th averaging 114.0 PPG.
- Average Opponent Points Per Game - Opponents have scored an average of 106.9 points against the Houston Rockets, ranking them 26th in the league. The Denver Nuggets currently rank 22nd in the league for points scored against them, with a current standing of 110.5 OPPG.
- Team Division Records - The Houston Rockets have notched a 2-2 Western Southwest Division division record, while the Denver Nuggets possess a 2-1 Western Northwest Division standing.
- Overall Team Records - The Houston Rockets have a 9-9 overall record, while the Denver Nuggets have a 14-8 standing.
Captain Shady Lines
A broken compass is right at least twice a day.
Avast, ye scurvy Nuggets fans! The Houston Rockets be hittin' yer shores tonight, ready for battle in yer Denver Nuggets arena. Arrr, ye better brace yerselves for an explosive clash on this fine Friday, December 8th, 2023, in the heart o' the 2023-24 NBA regular season!
Them Rockets be sailin' with a 9-9 overall record, while yer Nuggets be ridin' high with a 14-8 standing. Houston be holdin' a 2-2 division record, while Denver be sportin' a 2-1 division record.
With an average of 110.1 points per game, the Rockets be no pushovers. But don't underestimate yer Nuggets, who be scorin' an average of 114.0 points per game.
So, me hearties, see you courtside at today's game, where the battle for victory will rage on! And don't forget, be sure to review the best point spread, moneyline, and total bets from our featured sportsbooks.
If ye be lookin' for more excitement, take a gander at this game's prop bets below. Arrr, it be a clash ye won't want to miss!
Best Rockets at Nuggets Odds
| Underdog Houston Rockets | Favorite Denver Nuggets |
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| Underdog Houston Rockets | Favorite Denver Nuggets |
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Matchup Odds FAQs
The Denver Nuggets are -8.5 -110 point spread favorites at BetMGM, while the Houston Rockets are +8.5 -110 point spread underdogs at BetMGM.
The best over line is 221.5 -110 points at BetMGM, which means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 221.5 -110 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the under.
The Denver Nuggets are the -375 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and the Houston Rockets are the +290 moneyline underdog at BetMGM.
NBA Odds Example
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Game |
 BetMGMBet |
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Rockets
Nuggets
12/08/23 9:10pm EST | +8.5 -110-8.5 -110 |
Underdog Houston Rockets - Houston Rockets bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.
A +8.5 Houston Rockets underdog bet wins if they lose by 8 or fewer, tie, or win outright. Your bet loses if they lose by 9 or more.
Favorite Denver Nuggets - Denver Nuggets bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.
A -8.5 Denver Nuggets favorite bet wins if they win by 9 or more. Your bet loses if they win by 8 or fewer, tie, or lose outright.
Houston Rockets at Denver Nuggets Prop Bets
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Rockets
Nuggets
Game to Overtime
12/08/23 9:10pm EST | Yes +1550No -10000Bet |
Nuggets
Team Total Points
HOU at DEN 12/08/23 9:10pm EST | 115.5 o -110115.5 u -120Bet |
Rockets
Team Total Points
HOU at DEN 12/08/23 9:10pm EST | 106.5 o -110106.5 u -115Bet |
Aaron Gordon
Points Scored
HOU at DEN 12/08/23 9:10pm EST | 13.5 o +10013.5 u -135Bet |
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Aaron Holiday
Points Scored
HOU at DEN 12/08/23 9:10pm EST | 5.5 o -1255.5 u -105Bet |
Alperen Sengun
Points Scored
HOU at DEN 12/08/23 9:10pm EST | 21.5 o -11521.5 u -115Bet |
Christian Braun
Points Scored
HOU at DEN 12/08/23 9:10pm EST | 6.5 o -1256.5 u -110Bet |
Dillon Brooks
Points Scored
HOU at DEN 12/08/23 9:10pm EST | 11.5 o -11511.5 u -120Bet |
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Fred VanVleet
Points Scored
HOU at DEN 12/08/23 9:10pm EST | 16.5 o -12016.5 u -115Bet |
Jabari Smith Jr
Points Scored
HOU at DEN 12/08/23 9:10pm EST | 12.5 o +10012.5 u -130Bet |
Jalen Green
Points Scored
HOU at DEN 12/08/23 9:10pm EST | 18.5 o -12518.5 u -105Bet |
Jamal Murray
Points Scored
HOU at DEN 12/08/23 9:10pm EST | 16.5 o -13016.5 u -105Bet |
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Kentavious Caldwell-Pope
Points Scored
HOU at DEN 12/08/23 9:10pm EST | 9.5 o -1359.5 u +100Bet |
Michael Porter Jr
Points Scored
HOU at DEN 12/08/23 9:10pm EST | 16.5 o -12016.5 u -110Bet |
Nikola Jokic
Points Scored
HOU at DEN 12/08/23 9:10pm EST | 29.5 o -11029.5 u -120Bet |
Reggie Jackson
Points Scored
HOU at DEN 12/08/23 9:10pm EST | 8.5 o -1158.5 u -115Bet |
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Tari Eason
Points Scored
HOU at DEN 12/08/23 9:10pm EST | 7.5 o -1057.5 u -130Bet |
Aaron Gordon
Points, Rebounds & Assists
HOU at DEN 12/08/23 9:10pm EST | 22.5 o -11022.5 u -120Bet |
Aaron Holiday
Points, Rebounds & Assists
HOU at DEN 12/08/23 9:10pm EST | 10.5 o +10010.5 u -135Bet |
Alperen Sengun
Points, Rebounds & Assists
HOU at DEN 12/08/23 9:10pm EST | 35.5 o -12035.5 u -110Bet |
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Christian Braun
Points, Rebounds & Assists
HOU at DEN 12/08/23 9:10pm EST | 11.5 o -11511.5 u -115Bet |
Dillon Brooks
Points, Rebounds & Assists
HOU at DEN 12/08/23 9:10pm EST | 16.5 o -10516.5 u -125Bet |
Fred VanVleet
Points, Rebounds & Assists
HOU at DEN 12/08/23 9:10pm EST | 29.5 o -12029.5 u -110Bet |
Jabari Smith Jr
Points, Rebounds & Assists
HOU at DEN 12/08/23 9:10pm EST | 21.5 o -12021.5 u -110Bet |
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Jalen Green
Points, Rebounds & Assists
HOU at DEN 12/08/23 9:10pm EST | 26.5 o -10526.5 u -125Bet |
Jamal Murray
Points, Rebounds & Assists
HOU at DEN 12/08/23 9:10pm EST | 26.5 o -11526.5 u -120Bet |
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope
Points, Rebounds & Assists
HOU at DEN 12/08/23 9:10pm EST | 14.5 o -12014.5 u -115Bet |
Michael Porter Jr
Points, Rebounds & Assists
HOU at DEN 12/08/23 9:10pm EST | 25.5 o -13025.5 u -105Bet |
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Nikola Jokic
Points, Rebounds & Assists
HOU at DEN 12/08/23 9:10pm EST | 52.5 o -11052.5 u -120Bet |
Reggie Jackson
Points, Rebounds & Assists
HOU at DEN 12/08/23 9:10pm EST | 13.5 o -12013.5 u -115Bet |
Tari Eason
Points, Rebounds & Assists
HOU at DEN 12/08/23 9:10pm EST | 14.5 o -11514.5 u -115Bet |
Team Standings
| Team | W | L | Pct | GB | Home | Away | Div | Conf | PPG | Op. PPG | Diff | Strk | L10 |
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| x - Denver Nuggets | 57 | 25 | 0.695 | +7.0 | 33-8 | 24-17 | 10-6 | 33-19 | 114.9 | 109.6 | +5.3 | W1 | 6-4 |
| e - Houston Rockets | 41 | 41 | 0.500 | +23.0 | 27-14 | 14-27 | 9-7 | 28-24 | 114.3 | 113.2 | +1.1 | W2 | 4-6 |
Houston Rockets & Denver Nuggets Futures Odds
Latest NBA Championship odds, if available, for each team. Review odds for other teams and learn how to bet on the NBA Championship. See past Championship results and learn how to bet NBA Finals teasers, props and parlays.
Houston Rockets Championship Odds|
Team | BetMGM |
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| Rockets | +6600 Bet |
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Team | BetMGM |
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| Nuggets | +1400 Bet |
Houston Rockets & Denver Nuggets Team Pages
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How to Bet on the Game
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How to Bet on the Houston Rockets vs Denver Nuggets NBA Game
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Open a new sports betting account before game time.
Review our list of sports betting sites. Open a new account before the game starts on Friday, December 8th, 2023 at 9:10 pm EST, making sure to enter all your personal details correctly. Don't forget to add your bonus code.
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Visit the sportsbook’s cashier, banking, or deposit page.
Navigate to the sportsbook's deposit page. Use your Visa card or MasterCard, or deposit with a bank transfer, or other methods like Paypal.
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Tap to the sportsbook's NBA page, look for the Houston Rockets vs Denver Nuggets Game.
Navigate to the sportsbook's NBA page. Next, look for live or upcoming matchups. Select the Houston Rockets vs Denver Nuggets Game.
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Choose your bet and place a wager.
Choose your bet and then use the funds you deposited to place a wager. The sportsbook will pay your winnings or deduct a losing wager from your account balance after the game.
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