Nuggets starters could get unexpected rest against Rockets after travel woes

The Denver Nuggets listed all five starters and DeMar DeRozan as questionable ahead of their matchup with the Houston Rockets due to significant travel delays. After defeating the Indiana Pacers 114-102 in Mexico City, the team sat on their airplane for hours before returning to a hotel, ultimately arriving in Houston 16 hours behind schedule.

Writer David Decker suggests the extensive injury listings serve primarily as a precautionary cover for the squad's severe lack of rest and sleep. Denver's bench, featuring Marvin Bagley III and Trevon Brazile, may see expanded minutes if the team decides to rest key contributors.