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The Denver Nuggets held Kevin Durant to 11 points in their win over the Houston Rockets.

According to Dimers’ popular predictive analytics model, the Spurs are more likely to beat the Nuggets at the Frost Bank Center. This prediction is based on the model giving San Antonio a 65% chance of winning the game.

As they await the return of the final missing piece, Peyton Watson (he’s healing from a hamstring injury), the Nuggets are hoping to discover their true identity — even at this late hour. Remember: Denver re-tooled last summer by adding new pieces and aiding its depth.

Game summary of the Denver Nuggets vs. Houston Rockets NBA game, final score 129-93, from March 11, 2026 on ESPN.

The Houston Rockets are set to take on the Denver Nuggets tonight at Ball Arena, with tip-off scheduled for 10 p.m. EST.

Simmons summed it up by saying that he didn't really think whether the Nuggets finish three through six matters. And their road success this season suggests that's not a terrible idea. But he also said to "just get healthy," something the Nuggets have struggled mightily with this season, but it is actually just around the corner. Finally.