nba Game Recap
Denver Defeats Houston 117-110 - Recap
Houston was scorched by Jerami Grant for 25 points as the Nuggets defeated the Rockets 117-110 in NBA action on Sunday.
Bettors who backed the Nuggets were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -2.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 226.0.
Denver got 24 points from Nikola Jokic and another 17 points from Monte Morris. Nikola Jokic contributed 11 assists, while Nikola Jokic cleaned the glass with 12 rebounds.
Houston got 32 points from Russell Westbrook in a losing cause and another 19 points from Eric Gordon. Russell Westbrook contributed 7 assists for the Rockets, while Clint Capela had 12 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Houston were victorious, as the score was 59-57 at the break.
Houston had a 44-42 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Denver takes its act on the road to face Memphis looking for another win. For Houston, they head on the road to face Utah.