The set-up: Two of the best in the West go head-to-head on Monday night and in my opinion, points are going to be plentiful. The Nuggets come in off a 123-110 home win over Charlotte on Saturday, while the Rockets will be eager to get back to their recent winning ways after falling 110-101 in Portland this weekend. Denver plays with revenge here though after a 109-99 home loss back on November 13th to Houston. But the Nuggets come in on top form, having won five straight, they're averaging 110.6 PPG, while allowing 105.2. Houston's slow start is now firmly in the rear-view mirror. Houston's been competitive at home, going 11-6-1 ATS, and it's also seen the total go "over" the number in 11-6-1- in those contests. The Rockets average 110.3 PPG and they allow 109.

The-pick: Take it for what you will as well, but the Nuggets have seen the total go "over" the number in eight of 12 already this year after scoring 115 points or more in their previous contest, while Houston has seen the total go "over" in ten of 15 as a home favorite this season. With both teams pushing the pace, look for this one to fly "over" sooner, than later.

10* play