Rockets and Nuggets First-Quarter Shootout

Welcome to Denver, where the Houston Rockets are ready to take on the formidable Nuggets.

With the stars warming up, the stage is set for a thrilling matchup.

Houston gets on the board first, and it's clear from the tip that this will

be a fast-paced affair. The first quarter is a shootout, with both squads

trading buckets. Kevin Durant and Jabari Smith Jr. connect from deep for the Rockets,

but the Nuggets answer right back. Spencer Jones makes a spectacular steal and finish,

highlighting the back-and-forth action that keeps the game tight. As the game progresses,

Kevin Durant starts to find his rhythm, hitting his signature mid-range jumpers.