The Rockets broke through for the first time on the road this season, knocking off the reigning NBA champions to earn a victory that could build momentum.

Dec 8, 2023; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets forward Michael Porter Jr. (1) and forward Aaron Gordon (50) defend on Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green (4) during the second quarter at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports.

The Houston Rockets recorded their first road victory of the season in a 114-106 win over the Denver Nuggets. The game marked the fourth and final meeting against the Nuggets, as the Rockets took a 3-1 regular-season victory inside Ball Arena.