The Houston Rockets knew they would be in for a tough battle with the Denver Nuggets on Monday. The Nuggets are seen by many as a championship contender, and so far this season, they have proven it. The Nuggets came into Monday's game 18-6,

Statistics reveal that both the Thunder’s and Nuggets’ dominance has been aided by the easiest NBA schedules so far.

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Two Western Conference heavyweights face off on Monday night, as the Houston Rockets hit the road to play Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets. Denver is favored

The Houston Rockets (16-6) travel to Ball Arena to face the Denver Nuggets (18-6) in this Monday night NBA Basketball matchup.

The Oklahoma City Thunder are still big favorites to repeat as champions, while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has moved back in front in the MVP race.

Jamal Murray had another standout night for Denver offensively with 35 points and five assists. Kevin Durant chipped in for 25 points shooting over 50% on the other side in a bounce-back game from his last meeting against the Nuggets, and in turn, really made for a must-watch event in the Mile High on Monday night.

Nuggets guard Jamal Murray wasn't on board with Rockets coach Ime Udoka complaining about the refs after the game.