Denver Nuggets (29-14) vs. Washington Wizards (7-33)
January 21, 2024 6:00 pm EDT
The Line: Washington Wizards +13.5; Over/Under: +238.5
(Get latest betting odds)
The Denver Nuggets look for a win after winning 6 of their last 9 games. The Washington Wizards need a win after losing 9 of their last 10 games. Let’s preview this game and give out a Denver Nuggets vs Washington Wizards prediction.
Denver Nuggets Betting Preview
The Denver Nuggets recently beat the Celtics and Pacers while losing to the 76ers. The Denver Nuggets are averaging 116 points on 49.9 percent shooting and allowing 111.1 points on 46.6 percent shooting. Nikola Jokic is averaging 25.7 points and 11.9 rebounds, while Jamal Murray is averaging 21 points and 3.8 rebounds. Michael Porter Jr. is the third double-digit scorer and Aaron Gordon is grabbing 6.7 rebounds. The Denver Nuggets are shooting 37.6 percent from beyond the arc and 75.2 percent from the free throw line. The Denver Nuggets are allowing 36.3 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 43.9 rebounds per game.
Denver Nuggets Team Facts
- The Nuggets have won each of their last 11 games against Eastern Conference opponents that held a losing record.
- The Nuggets have failed to cover the spread in each of their last six games following a win.
- Three of the Nuggets’ last four night games at Capital One Arena have gone OVER the total points line.
Washington Wizards Betting Preview
The Washington Wizards are coming off losses to the Pistons, Knicks, and Spurs. The Washington Wizards are averaging 115.7 points on 47.7 percent shooting and allowing 125.2 points on 50 percent shooting. Kyle Kuzma is averaging 22.2 points and 6.3 rebounds, while Marvin Bagley III is averaging 20 points and 2 assists. Jordan Poole is the third double-digit scorer, and Tyus Jones is grabbing 2.9 rebounds. The Washington Wizards are shooting 35.5 percent from beyond the arc and 76.9 percent from the free throw line. The Washington Wizards are allowing 37.9 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 40 rebounds per game.
Washington Wizards Team Facts
- The Wizards have lost each of their last 11 night games on the second leg of a back-to-back.
- The Wizards have covered the spread in seven of their last eight home games on the second leg of a back-to-back after losing as favorites.
- Eight of the Wizards’ last nine home games against Northwest Division opponents have gone OVER the total points line.
Denver Nuggets vs Washington Wizards prediction
The Denver Nuggets are more than capable of blowing the doors off here, but this could also be a letdown spot after that big win over the Celtics, being the first time to beat Boston at home. It’s a third straight road game for the Nuggets, and it’s a weird start time on the East Coast. The Nuggets have also failed to cover 6 of their last 10 games. The Wizards are 3-2-1 ATS in their last 6 games. Lot of points. I’ll take a shot with the Wizards if forced to pick.
