James Harden Leads Rockets To Pass Denver Nuggets By 112-85

James Harden and Clint Capela had an enjoyable game during Houston Rockets' 112 - 85 home win over Denver Nuggets on Thursday night. 

Harden flushed down 38 points, 6 rebounds, and completed 6 assists to lead Rockets through a game dominated over Denver which have now dropped to second position behind Golden State Warriors in Western Conference. 

Rockets played defensively against Denver and held them down to their season's second worst defeat after 124 - 88 loss to Indiana Pacers on Sunday. 

Speaking about the team's choice to go defensive, the reigning MVP says "It's not difficult, it's not difficult at all...I think since the break we've been top five in defensive. We have the ability to do it." 

Cabelo joined standouts leadership with 17 points, 15 rebounds, and an assist whilst Denver's Jammal Murray noctched up 20 points, 4 rebounds, and 3 assists.