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Rockets dominate Nuggets in rematch, secure 115-101 victory

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Dec 20, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (7) during the second half against the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images

The Houston Rockets exacted revenge on the Denver Nuggets with a convincing 115-101 win. Just five days after a heartbreaking 128-125 overtime loss to Denver, Houston was ready for this game.

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Kevin Durant led the charge for the Rockets with 31 points, going an efficient 5-6 from beyond the arc. Young guard Reed Sheppard proved to be the game-changer, erupting for 28 points, including a pivotal stretch where he scored the final 11 points of the third quarter.

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For the Nuggets, little went right on a frustrating night. Nikola Jokic managed 25 points, while Jamal Murray added 16, but the team struggled without key defender Peyton Watson, who missed due to a right trunk bruise.

This victory avenged Monday’s defeat and highlighted Houston’s resilience and depth. The Rockets sent the message that they’re contenders ready to challenge for the title.

About the Author Published Dec 20, 2025

TITAN FREY

Titan Frey is a dedicated father to three wonderful children, whom he takes immense pride in. His passions include reading, writing, basketball, both playing and watching, and playing chess. Titan spent five years working as a journalist for the basketball website fadeawayworld.net, where he served as editor-in-chief for four and a half years. One of his most notable achievements was interviewing Chuck Cooper III, the son of Chuck Cooper, the first African American ever drafted by an NBA team, and writing a biography that has been praised as the most definitive article about Cooper’s legacy. Titan is the author of more than ten novels and the screenwriter of three produced short films. His newest young adult novel, Echoes of the Hardwood: Braxton Foxworthy’s Time‑Travelling Book Report, blends basketball history with heartfelt storytelling and is now available. Order here: https://a.co/d/bo7BYz1
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