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Houston Rockets vs Denver Nuggets: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Houston Rockets (8-3) visit the Denver Nuggets (5-4) on Friday, November 20, 2026 at 10:00 PM ET, at Ball Arena, Denver, CO. TV: Prime Video. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Denver Nuggets vs Houston Rockets.

NBA · NBA Cup - Group PlayFriday, November 20, 2026
Houston Rockets logoHouston Rockets8-3
10:00 PM ETNov 20, 2026
Denver Nuggets logoDenver Nuggets5-4
DateNov 20, 2026
Time10:00 PM ET
VenueBall Arena, Denver, CO
TVPrime Video

Team comparison

Houston RocketsDenver Nuggets
Points per game
115.5
113.6
Points allowed per game
106.4
112.8
8-3Record5-4
2nd in Southwest DivisionStanding4th in Northwest Division
3-2Road record / home record2-2
WLLWWLast 5LWWLW
W1StreakL1

Team stats

Houston RocketsDenver Nuggets
W1StreakL1
Points Against
106.4
112.8
7-3Last Ten Games5-4
Points Per Game
115.5
113.6
Field Goal %
48
48
Three Point %
38
35
Rebounds Per Game
44.5
42.3
Assists Per Game
27.0
26.9
Blocks Per Game
5.8
3.8
Steals Per Game
8.5
9.6
Team Turnovers Per Game
1.1
0.9
Total Turnovers Per Game
15.3
14.1

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Houston Rockets
Clint Capela C · Ankle - Sprain
Out
Steven Adams C · Calf - Strain
Out
Denver Nuggets
Julian Strawther G · Knee - Sprain
Out

Recent form

Houston RocketsWLLWW
Nov 9, 2026 · vs Denver NuggetsW 110-100
Nov 7, 2026 · at Phoenix SunsL 99-102
Nov 4, 2026 · vs Minnesota TimberwolvesL 107-117
Nov 2, 2026 · vs Boston CelticsW 109-93
Oct 31, 2026 · vs Oklahoma City ThunderW 119-98
Denver NuggetsLWWLW
Nov 9, 2026 · at Houston RocketsL 100-110
Nov 7, 2026 · at Indiana PacersW 114-102
Nov 4, 2026 · vs Toronto RaptorsW 128-109
Nov 2, 2026 · vs Portland Trail BlazersL 110-118
Oct 30, 2026 · at Phoenix SunsW 127-120

Season series

HOU leads series 1-0
Feb 14, 2027DEN 0, HOU 0
Nov 20, 2026HOU 0, DEN 0
Nov 9, 2026DEN 100, HOU 110

Team pages

Houston Rockets
Schedule, roster and statsDenver Nuggets
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Houston Rockets vs Denver Nuggets?

The game is on Friday, November 20, 2026 at 10:00 PM ET at Ball Arena, Denver, CO.

How can I watch Houston Rockets vs Denver Nuggets?

TV: Prime Video.

What are the records of the Houston Rockets and Denver Nuggets?

Houston Rockets: 8-3. Denver Nuggets: 5-4.

Who is injured for Houston Rockets vs Denver Nuggets?

Listed out or doubtful: Houston Rockets: Clint Capela, Steven Adams. Denver Nuggets: Julian Strawther. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Houston Rockets vs Denver Nuggets played?

Ball Arena, Denver, CO.

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