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Pregame analysis and predictions of the Houston Rockets vs. Denver Nuggets NBA game to be played on December 20, 2025 on ESPN.

The Houston Rockets entered the 2025-26 season with high hopes and expectations. Rightfully so, as they had just climbed to second in the Western Conference in

When the halftime buzzer sounded at the Smoothie King Center on Thursday night, the mood in the building was heavy. The New Orleans Pelicans were down by 22 points, staring at what looked like another forgettable loss in a season already defined by struggle.

The Peekskill, New York native played parts of the first four seasons of his pro career with the Hornets. He also played for the Sacramento Kings before he was dealt to Houston in 2010. His stay with the team lasted until he signed with the Washington Wizards that offseason.

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