Nuggets vs Rockets Prediction and NBA Tips - 16 January 2025
Last updated: Jan 16, 2025, 2:07AM | Published: Jan 14, 2025, 11:06PM
The Denver Nuggets will take on the favoured Houston Rockets in NBA action at Ball Arena on Thursday, beginning at 1:00pm AEDT.
With star players Jamal Murray, Russell Westbrook and Michael Porter, the Nuggets are aiming to beat a Rockets line-up that includes Jalen Green, Alperen Sengun and Amen Thompson.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Nuggets vs Rockets game, as well as the latest betting odds and player props.
Who Will Win?
Using advanced machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Thursday's Denver vs Houston NBA match-up 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model currently gives the Rockets a 66% chance of winning against the Nuggets at Ball Arena.
Nuggets vs Rockets: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Thursday's NBA game at Ball Arena are listed here:
- Head to Head: Nuggets $2.75, Rockets $1.48
- Line: Nuggets +5.5 ($1.87), Rockets -5.5 ($1.95)
- Total (Over/Under 224 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, the bookmakers currently have the Nuggets at $2.75 and the Rockets at $1.48.
The Nuggets are listed as 5.5-point underdogs against the Rockets, with odds of $1.87 available at Bet365.
For the favourite Rockets (-5.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.95.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 224 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Nuggets (+5.5) are predicted to cover the line 53% of the time, while the 224-point over/under is expected to go over 52% of the time.
Nuggets vs Rockets: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Denver at $2.75 with Bet365
- Line: Nuggets +5.5 at $1.87 with Bet365
- Total Points: Over 224 at $1.91 with Bet365
Stats Insider's Nuggets vs Rockets betting tips are based on market-leading simulations and betting intelligence to bring you the best possible advice 24/7/365.
While the Rockets have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Nuggets to win is our recommended option due to the edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently available.
Taking advantage of the edges seen on Stats Insider is pivotal to being a profitable punter in the long run.
Nuggets vs Rockets: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Nuggets vs Rockets at Ball Arena this Thursday is the Rockets winning 115-110.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Denver vs Houston game on Thursday, including data-driven predictions and live win probabilitiestips.
Nuggets vs Rockets: Player Props
Looking for Houston vs Denver player props? Stats Insider has crunched the numbers to project key individual stats for each team, such as points, rebounds and assists.
Jamal Murray is expected to step up for the Nuggets with 24 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists, while Jalen Green is projected to have 26 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for the Rockets.
Nuggets Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jamal Murray | 24 | 5 | 5 |
| Russell Westbrook | 15 | 6 | 6 |
| Michael Porter | 15 | 6 | 2 |
| Christian Braun | 11 | 4 | 2 |
| Julian Strawther | 9 | 3 | 1 |
Rockets Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jalen Green | 26 | 5 | 4 |
| Alperen Sengun | 20 | 11 | 6 |
| Amen Thompson | 17 | 10 | 4 |
| Fred VanVleet | 16 | 4 | 8 |
| Dillon Brooks | 16 | 4 | 2 |
Remember, our model updates regularly, so keep checking this page for the latest betting tips before the Denver vs Houston match-up.
As always, see our Best Bets to get the best tips on every NBA game, plus predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Nuggets vs Rockets: Essential Details
The NBA match-up between the Nuggets and Rockets at Ball Arena is scheduled to start at 1:00pm AEDT on Thursday.
- Teams: Denver Nuggets vs Houston Rockets
- Date: Thursday 16 January 2025
- Time: 1:00pm AEDT
- Venue: Ball Arena
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our Denver vs Houston predictions are based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of skilled data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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