Nuggets vs Rockets player props, stats and preview (Nov 9)
By DARIMARKET Research · Published · Updated · Start Mon, Nov 9, 8:30 PM ET
In progress: Nuggets 71, Rockets 80 (11:20 - 4th). This preview was written before the start. Prop results post on this page at the final.
The Denver Nuggets visit the Houston Rockets on Monday, Nov 9 at 8:30 PM ET. This preview covers Nuggets vs Rockets player props: the star players to watch, each team's recent form, the best last-10 hit rates next to the FanDuel and DraftKings lines, and the injury report.
The Nuggets are 7-3 over the last 10, 117.7 scored and 113 allowed per game. The Rockets are 7-3 over the last 10, 116 scored and 107 allowed per game.
The best last-10 hit rates in this game belong to Fred VanVleet over 1.5 rebounds (8 of 8), Amen Thompson over 2.5 rebounds (10 of 10) and Cameron Johnson over 0.5 threes made (10 of 10). These are past results, not predictions.
Nuggets vs Rockets star players to watch
Denver Nuggets
Jamal Murray, Nuggets. Averaged 24 points over the last 10 games and cleared 15+ points in 8 of the last 10. Best hit rate on file: over 4.5 assists, 9 of the last 10.
Nikola Jokic, Nuggets. Averaged 22 points over the last 10 games and cleared 18+ points in 8 of the last 10. Best hit rate on file: over 7.5 assists, 8 of the last 10.
Cameron Johnson, Nuggets. Averaged 13.1 points over the last 10 games. Best hit rate on file: over 0.5 threes made, 10 of the last 10.
Houston Rockets
Kevin Durant, Rockets. Averaged 20.8 points over the last 10 games and cleared 18+ points in 8 of the last 10. Best hit rate on file: over 1.5 assists, 9 of the last 10.
Alperen Sengun, Rockets. Averaged 20.2 points over the last 10 games and cleared 15+ points in 9 of the last 10. Best hit rate on file: over 23.5 pts + ast, 8 of the last 10.
Jabari Smith Jr., Rockets. Averaged 17.3 points over the last 10 games and cleared 12+ points in 8 of the last 10. Best hit rate on file: over 12.5 pts + ast, 9 of the last 10.
Denver Nuggets best player prop hit rates
Nuggets: 7-3 over the last 10, 117.7 scored and 113 allowed per game.
| Player | Line | Last 10 | FanDuel / DraftKings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cameron JohnsonF | over 0.5 threes madeThrees made, last-10 avg 2.2 | 10 of 10 | Not posted |
| Christian BraunG | over 12.5 pts + rebPts + reb, last-10 avg 16.9 | 9 of 10 | DraftKings 12.5 · FanDuel 12.5 |
| Aaron GordonF | over 8.5 pts + astPts + ast, last-10 avg 15.5 | 9 of 10 | DraftKings 8.5 · FanDuel 8.5 |
| DeMar DeRozanG | over 7.5 pts + rebPts + reb, last-10 avg 14.2 | 9 of 10 | DraftKings 7.5 |
| Spencer JonesF | over 1.5 reboundsRebounds, last-10 avg 4.1 | 9 of 10 | FanDuel 1.5 |
| Jamal MurrayG | Assists |
Houston Rockets best player prop hit rates
Rockets: 7-3 over the last 10, 116 scored and 107 allowed per game.
| Player | Line | Last 10 | FanDuel / DraftKings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fred VanVleetG | over 1.5 reboundsRebounds, last-10 avg 3.4 | 8 of 8 | FanDuel 1.5 |
| Amen ThompsonG | over 2.5 reboundsRebounds, last-10 avg 6.4 | 10 of 10 | Not posted |
| Jabari Smith Jr.F | over 12.5 pts + astPts + ast, last-10 avg 19.6 | 9 of 10 | DraftKings 12.5 · FanDuel 12.5 |
| Kevin DurantF | over 1.5 assistsAssists, last-10 avg 3 | 9 of 10 | Not posted |
| Alperen SengunC | over 23.5 pts + astPts + ast, last-10 avg 27.6 | 8 of 10 | FanDuel 23.5 |
| Tari EasonF | Pts + reb + ast |
Nuggets vs Rockets injury report
Nuggets: Julian Strawther (G) out.
Rockets: Clint Capela (C) out, Steven Adams (C) out, Oscar Tshiebwe (C) out.
From ESPN's injury report as of Nov 9, 2026, 10:22 PM ET. Players listed out or doubtful are left out of the lists above. Statuses change up to the start.
Game script: what to watch
Recent form: Nuggets 7-3 over their last 10 (117.7 scored, 113 allowed per game), Rockets 7-3 over their last 10 (116 scored, 107 allowed).
If this turns into a blowout, starters can sit for much of the fourth quarter, which caps counting stats. Watch the score before acting on Jamal Murray (24 points per game over the last 10) and Kevin Durant (20.8 points per game over the last 10).
In a close game, stars play heavy late minutes, which is when points, rebounds and assists lines usually get decided.
Late scratches move lines fast. Check the injury report below and your book's live line before acting.
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What are the best player props for Nuggets vs Rockets?
Before Nuggets vs Rockets (8:30 PM ET), the best last-10 hit rates in this game belong to Fred VanVleet over 1.5 rebounds (8 of 8), Amen Thompson over 2.5 rebounds (10 of 10) and Cameron Johnson over 0.5 threes made (10 of 10). Past results, not predictions. 21+.
Who are the star players to watch in Nuggets vs Rockets?
Jamal Murray (Nuggets) has averaged 24 points over the last 10 games and cleared 15+ points in 8 of the last 10. Best hit rate on file: over 4.5 assists, 9 of the last 10. Nikola Jokic (Nuggets) has averaged 22 points over the last 10 games and cleared 18+ points in 8 of the last 10. Best hit rate on file: over 7.5 assists, 8 of the last 10. Cameron Johnson (Nuggets) has averaged 13.1 points over the last 10 games. Best hit rate on file: over 0.5 threes made, 10 of the last 10. Kevin Durant (Rockets) has averaged 20.8 points over the last 10 games and cleared 18+ points in 8 of the last 10. Best hit rate on file: over 1.5 assists, 9 of the last 10.
What time does Nuggets vs Rockets start?
Denver Nuggets at Houston Rockets starts Monday, Nov 9 at 8:30 PM ET.
Who is injured for Nuggets vs Rockets?
From ESPN's injury report: Nuggets: Julian Strawther (G) out. Rockets: Clint Capela (C) out, Steven Adams (C) out, Oscar Tshiebwe (C) out. Statuses change up to the start; confirm before acting.
Where can I find Nuggets vs Rockets odds and prop lines?
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