Denver Nuggets (11-7) recently got Nikola Jokic back, as they hope he’s the guy they need to help them get back to their winning ways consistently.
The Los Angeles Clippers (11-8) dropped their last game but were winners of three straight games prior to that.
The Denver Nuggets vs Los Angeles Clippers betting picks will rely on many factors, as both teams hope to continue their winning ways and improve their NBA team stats.
Denver Nuggets vs. Los Angeles Clippers
Matchup Info
- Game Day: Friday, November 25, 2022
- Game Time: 10:30 ET
- TV Channel: NBA League Pass
- Location: Los Angeles, CA
- Arena: Crypto.com Arena
Denver Nuggets Performance Recap and Analysis
The Denver Nuggets injuries list no longer has Nikola Jokic on it, as he has come out of the health and safety protocols.
In his two games since returning, Jokic is averaging NBA player stats of 35.0 points, 9.5 rebounds, and 9.5 assists per game, getting back to being the MVP type of player the Nuggets have come to love.
Jokic can single-handedly tip the scales toward Denver’s favor in the Nuggets vs Clippers betting picks, as he’s proven he can carry his teams to victory with his scoring presence inside the paint and ability to find his teammates in their open spots.
Jamal Murray was held out of action in the Nuggets’ last game, but his return will give the Nuggets a much-needed 3-point specialist and floor general.
Key Injuries
Ish Smith (calf) and Michael Porter Jr. (heel) are both questionable. Nikola Jokic (left hip soreness) is probable. Bones Hyland (illness) is out.
Betting Trends to Know
Denver is 8-10 against the spread this season. They are 9-9 when it comes to over/under.
Los Angeles Clippers Performance Recap and Analysis
The LA Clippers stats have the Clippers ranked as one of the better defensive teams in the league but currently one of the worst offensive teams in the league, which is something to consider when making your NBA picks for this game.
The Nuggets vs Clippers betting picks will likely favor the Nuggets, but the Clippers have the personnel to make things interesting and give opposing teams a scare.
They’ll just have to look to manufacture offense without Kawhi Leonard and Paul George in the lineup.
Key Injuries
Kawhi Leonard (ankle), Paul George (hamstring), and Luke Kennard (calf) are all out.
Betting Trends to Know
Los Angeles is 9-10 against the spread this season. They are also 5-14 when it comes to over/under.
Nuggets vs. Clippers Odds
When it comes to these NBA matchups, there always has to be a favorite. That would be the Nuggets, as they’re favored by NBA odds with a -3.5 (-110) spread.
When it comes to moneyline, the Nuggets have -160 odds, whereas the Clippers have +140 odds. The over/under total is 218.5 (-110).
Denver Nuggets vs. Los Angeles Clippers Betting Picks
Moneyline
The Nuggets need a spark that will be healthy and ready to go as a collective unit. Take them on the moneyline.
NBA Pick: Nuggets (-160)
Over/Under
The Nuggets are more than capable of putting up a huge point total on any given night, but the Clippers have been struggling to get points up themselves.
NBA Pick: Under 218.5 (-110)
Spread
The Nuggets appear destined to win this game, so expect them to steal the spread as well.
NBA Pick: Nuggets -3.5 (-110)
Denver Nuggets vs. Los Angeles Clippers Score Prediction
These two teams should be in the mix for an NBA championship come playoff time, as these teams have a bunch of skilled players all throughout their roster that can do all the little things on both the offensive and defensive side of the floor that yield big results.
This should be one of the better NBA matchups on the NBA schedule today. Expect the Nuggets to have a breakthrough performance.
NBA Pick: Nuggets -3.5 (-110)
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