The Nuggets defeated the Rockets, 128-99. Nikola Jokic led the way for the Nuggets with 29 points (10-12 FG), 16 rebounds and seven assists in 27 minutes of play, while Michael Porter Jr. added 21 points and five rebounds in the victory. JaeSean Tate tallied 21 points (9-13 FG), five rebounds and five assists for the Rockets in the losing effort. The Nuggets improve to 36-20 on the season, while the Rockets fall to 14-42.