Jazz vs Nuggets Predictions and Betting Tips 28 Nov 2024 - NBA Prediction
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27.11.2024 01:24
Jazz v Nuggets Prediction
With Denver entering this game having been on a very hot-streak, they play a Utah squad who continues going into a rebuilding year and fighting for their first overall pick. As the Nuggets are coming off a strong 127-102 win against Los Angeles, Utah upset the Knicks in their last matchup. This game will occur on November 28th at 7:30 A.M. IST in Ball Arena of Salt Lake City. Underneath are our key betting tips, top player props, vital injuries, and head-to-head trends entering this matchup.
Jazz vs Nuggets Betting Tips & Predictions
1. Utah Jazz vs Denver Nuggets Moneyline Pick
With the moneyline pick being at -650 for Denver in this game, they are heavy favorites due to being a much stronger unit. Having a backcourt of Jamal Murray and Christian Braun, this duo should easily outplay the likes off Keyonte George plus Collin Sexton. As Miachel Porter Jr. will dominate Cody Williams, Nikola Jokic should be the biggest factor for Denver to win this game over Walker Kessler. Therefore, this -650 moneyline should easily be won by Denver and their 4th straight vs Utah.
2. Utah Jazz vs Denver Nuggets Point Spread Pick
Knowing that the spread is at -11.5 for Denver, it should be taken due to their great ability of playing two-way basketball. Led by Jamal Murray at point guard, he continues to be one of the best combo guards who can create from nearly anywhere. Going up against a much weaker guard in Keyonte George that has struggled to find form, his defensive prowess should create a huge advantage for this unit too. With steals to create extra positions for Denver, he will continue being one of their most vital players along with shooting guard Christian Braun. With Bruan having a great shooting ability that won’t be stopped by the smaller Collin Sexton, he will outscore the Jazz SG through deep attempts. Also with his length, he should help Miachel Porter Jr. get boards with his height advantage over Sexton. As the Nuggets small forward continues being a key factor of this offense as well with his perimeter shooting and rebounding, he should dominate Cody Williams in both those facets. Seeing that Lauri Markannen is going to be up against Peyton Watson, his mid-range and inside abilities will hopefully help his Jazz keep a game a little bit closer. But, one major issue with this is that Denver has a star in Nikola Jokic in the middle who should dominate the defensive and rebounding one named Walker Kessler. Looking at this, the -11.5 spread looks perfect for Denver.
3. Utah Jazz vs Denver Nuggets Over/Under Pick (Total Points)
As the over/under in this game is at 227 points, both teams should have solid scoring outputs due to a variety of pieces. Seeing that the Jazz have one of the more explosive shooting guards that can finish or knock shots from outside, their power forward remains an elite threat as a strecth-four. Knowning that their center can create put-backs with a solid passing guard, they have a couple PG’s off the bench who can use quickness to finish at high-efficeny. Meanwhile, Denver has one of the better passing and shooting point guards, while their SG continues showing great growth as a scorer off screens or when in space. With one of the best scoring centers in the middle and a small forward who can provide points at a top-notch rate, this game should go over their 232 points from last time out.
Utah Jazz vs Denver Nuggets Top Player Props
Lauri Markannen over 21.5 points at 1.87: Knowing that Markannen has been a top scorer for this Utah squad, he should continue showing prowess from all over. Being someone that goes up against a smaller Peyton Watson, Markannen should find his footing once again. Being someone that averages 19.9 points a night, he should hit the over in this matchup and be a vital part of this offense.
Christian Braun over 14.5 points at 1.91: As one of Denver’s key knock down shooters who keeps attacking from perimeter areas, this Nuggets guards offensive game should reach volumes again. Going up against a smaller and weaker defender in Collin Sexton, Braun should continue using screes plus great passes in space to hit shots. Seeing that he averaged 16.2 points a night so far this season, Braun should continue building on his season-average.
Utah Jazz vs Denver Nuggets Injury News & Impact
Jazz Injuries: With Utah returning Kyle Filipkowski from an ankle injury, they have no other current injuries and should continue using the same lineups throughout.
Nuggets Injuries: As this Denver squad still has Aaron Gordon, 15.4 points and 6.7 rebounds, out due to his right calf strain, the Nuggets should run with the much improved Peyton Watson at power forward.
Jazz v Nuggets Head-to-Head Trends
Seeing that the Nuggets are on a current 3-game winning streak against Utah, they will look to continue building upon it as a far stronger team. As this group has scored over 100 points in 14 straight matchups vs this Jazz squad, they should continue improving on that and beat them by over 15 points for a third straight time. Knowning that Denver is 4-1 against the spread over the previous 5 matchups, they should keep improving this record.
Betting Insights & Public Trends
According to current public trends, 86.7% of bettors are continuing on Denver to win this matchup against Utah.
Jazz v Nuggets Match Prediction
With the Denver Nuggets entering this game as one of the most well-rounded units, they should have a huge mismatch against Utah. Trying to move up their rankings in Western Confence play, this should end up being a very easy victory for the Nuggets. Having Jamal Murray at point guard, his prowess to create chances inside and pass the ball outside will be a vital component of this game. Someone who continues shooting the three with ease, his matchup against Keyonte George will be very easy. As George has shown struggles on both ends of the floor, Murray’s defense should force him into a ton of bad looks as well. Knowing that this Jazz guard is not much of a skillful defensive player as well, Murray should use his quick bursts to finish inside with layups while also getting involved in mid-range areas. As Christian Braun continues at shooting guard for this unit, his ability to knock shots off screens plus create his own looks against a slower defender like Collin Sexton will help him dominate. Although Sexton has his own great game to get into the lane and finish with ease, Braun’s long-range ability will potentially outscore that. Knowing that the Nuggets shooting guard is a great rebounder as well, he will use his length and height to win them over a much smaller Sexton.
At small forward, this Nuggets unit will once again have the dominating Miachel Porter Jr. who continues making himself as one of the best outside scorers. Given that he can keep knocking those down from beyond-the-arc, his matchup against Cody Williams in this matchup will give him some ability to drive in as well. Knowing that he can be a great dunker when he is able to dribble in, Porter should also win the rebounding advantage due to his height. Someone who can grab boards on the offensive and defensive end, he will cause a lot of blocks when Williams tries to get in. Even though Lauri Markannen will completely outscore Peyton Watson at power forward in favor of the Jazz, there will be another huge dominating factor inside for Denver with Nikola Jokic. As this center continues being one of the best all-around offensive pieces, his prowess will easily dominate a defensive-first player in Walker Kessler at all facets. With this Denver unit having Russell Westbrook and Julian Strawher as key pieces off the bench, Utah can only keep it close if Jordan Clarkson plus Kyle Filipkowski keep attacking.
Our prediction: Denver Nuggets win and cover their -11.5 spread, while the score goes over 227 points.
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