Rockets Extend Winning Streak to Six with Victory Over Nuggets

VanVleet and Sengun Lead Rockets to 107-104 Win, Jokic Posts Fourth Triple-Double of the Season in Loss

Fred VanVleet scored a season-high 26 points and Alperen Sengun added 23, leading the Houston Rockets to a 107-104 victory over the Denver Nuggets, extending their winning streak to six.
The Rockets' bench contributed significantly, with Jeff Green scoring 15 points, including a crucial 3-pointer in the final frame.
Nikola Jokic of the Nuggets posted his fourth triple-double of the season with 36 points, 21 rebounds, and 11 assists.
Michael Porter Jr. posted a double-double for the Nuggets with 25 points and 10 rebounds, while Aaron Gordon chipped in 16 points, eight rebounds, and five assists.
Despite the loss, the Nuggets maintain a strong start to the season with an 8-1 record, while the Rockets improve to 6-3 after starting the season 0-3.