Houston Rockets vs Denver Nuggets Picks and Prediction for Saturday December 20 2025

By: Eddie Kline Published 12/20/2025, 01:45 AM ET

Rockets Preview

In the first game of a Saturday tripleheader on NBA TV, the Houston Rockets will battle the Denver Nuggets from Ball Arena. For other NBA action see our NBA Predictions. The Rockets (16-8) have dropped consecutive games and hold a half-game lead over Minnesota for fifth place in the Western Conference standings. On Thursday, Houston turned the ball over 18 times during a 133-128 overtime loss at New Orleans.

All-Star F Kevin Durant tallied a game-high 32 points (12-15 FG), seven rebounds, and four blocks. All-Star C Alperen Sengun scored 28 points (11-26 FG) to go along with 11 boards and eight assists. Amen Thompson added 23 points and six rebounds for the Rockets, who fell to 8-6 on the road.

Nuggets Preview

The Denver Nuggets are riding a six-game winning streak and are sitting in second place in the Western Conference standings. The Nuggets (20-6) lead the league in offensive efficiency and are averaging 125.6 points per contest. On Thursday, Denver assisted on 31 of 49 made field goals and shot a sizzling 56 percent overall during a 126-115 home victory versus Orlando.

Denver G Jamal Murray knocked down 7-for-12 from long range and led all scorers with 32 points. Three-time MVP Nikola Jokic contributed 23 points, 13 assists, and 11 rebounds. Cameron Johnson added 19 points and 11 boards for the Nuggets, who improved to 8-4 at home.

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Rockets vs Nuggets Pick

Denver G Christian Braun (ankle) has resumed basketball activities and hopes to return to the lineup early next month. These two teams rank in the top four of the league in offensive efficiency, so the over is worth a look. The stronger play is on the Rockets and their defense to be the difference. Final Score Prediction, Houston Rockets win 124-118. Make sure you know about how the fans are looking on prediction markets for the Rockets with the Thrillz promo code. Make the most of your bets on the Nuggets by using the sportsbook promos. Make sure when you place your Nuggets vs Rockets bet you are using the bet365 bonus code.

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