Houston Rockets vs Denver Nuggets Odds

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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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.

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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


Best Point Spread Betting Odds
Underdog

Houston Rockets
Favorite

Denver Nuggets
The Denver Nuggets have a -9 -113 point spread at BetRivers VA. They are the point spread favorite in this matchup. The Houston Rockets have a +9.5 -115 point spread at BetMGM. 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 220.5 points. Risk $108 to win $100. BetMGM has the best under line of 220.5 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 -400 moneyline favorite. Risk $400 to win $100 on the Denver Nuggets at BetMGM. The Houston Rockets are the +330 underdog at BetRivers. Risk $100 to win $330 on the Houston Rockets. Learn more about how to bet on money lines.

Matchup Odds FAQs

What is the point spread for the Houston Rockets vs Denver Nuggets NBA game on Friday, December 8th, 2023?

The Denver Nuggets are -9 -113 point spread favorites at BetRivers, while the Houston Rockets are +9.5 -115 point spread underdogs at BetMGM.

What is the over-under total line for the Houston Rockets vs Denver Nuggets NBA game on Friday, December 8th, 2023?

The best over line is 220.5 -108 points at BetRivers, which means you risk $108 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 220.5 -110 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the under.

What is the moneyline for the Houston Rockets vs Denver Nuggets NBA game on Friday, December 8th, 2023?

The Denver Nuggets are the -400 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and the Houston Rockets are the +330 moneyline underdog at BetRivers.

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Underdog Houston Rockets - Houston Rockets bettors risk $100 to win $92.59 at -108 odds.

A +9 Houston Rockets underdog bet wins if they lose by 8 or fewer, tie, or win outright. The bet pushes if they lose by 9. Your bet loses if they lose by 10 or more.

Favorite Denver Nuggets - Denver Nuggets bettors risk $100 to win $88.5 at -113 odds.

A -9 Denver Nuggets favorite bet wins if they win by 10 or more. The bet pushes if they win by 9. 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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Aaron Gordon
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Team Standings

2023-2024 NBA Regular Season Standings - Houston Rockets, Denver Nuggets
Team W L Pct GB Home Away Div Conf PPG Op. PPG Diff Strk L10
Denver Nuggets1480.636+3.09-05-82-112-6114.0110.5+3.5L25-5
Houston Rockets990.500+6.09-10-82-28-8110.1106.9+3.2W14-6

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  4. Choose your bet and place a wager.

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