The Denver Nuggets are gearing up for their third encounter with the Houston Rockets this season, and they're hoping to change the narrative surrounding this specific matchup. Having faced the Rockets twice on the road in Houston, the Nuggets are eager to secure a victory on their home court at Ball Arena.

Currently riding a two-game winning streak, the Nuggets are coming off a remarkable win against the LA Clippers, which saw them overcome the absence of three starters - Nikola Jokić, Aaron Gordon, and Jamal Murray. Led by veterans Reggie Jackson and DeAndre Jordan, Denver pulled off a memorable upset, triumphing 113-104.

The injury report brings some optimism for the Nuggets, as Jokić, Gordon, and Murray have all been upgraded to "questionable". This indicates that they are making progress in their recoveries and could be back on the court with their teammates sooner rather than later. Murray, in particular, has been sidelined since November 4 due to a hamstring strain.

Meanwhile, the Houston Rockets have experienced some inconsistencies in their recent performances. With a record of 8-7 on the season, they have struggled in four of their last six games. Furthermore, playing against the Nuggets in Denver comes on the heels of a back-to-back, potentially leading to fatigue for the Rockets.

However, the Nuggets have been virtually unbeatable at home this season, boasting a flawless 8-0 record at Ball Arena, the best home record in the NBA. With the possibility of their key players returning from injury, the Nuggets are poised to extend their home dominance and secure their first victory of the season against the Houston Rockets.

As the anticipation builds for Wednesday's showdown, all eyes will be on the Nuggets as they aim to capitalize on their home-court advantage and continue their winning streak. The matchup promises to be an exciting battle between two teams vying for a crucial victory early in the season.