The Nuggets struggle with offensive spacing due to a lack of three-point shooters, which significantly reduces the defensive pressure on the Rockets and slows down Denver’s offense. Considering the Rockets’ defensive execution, this should not be too difficult to achieve. Meanwhile, the Rockets are not a team with a particularly high offensive ceiling. It is expected that the total score will be under 231.5.

Pick: Total points under 231.5 (bet365)