Toronto Raptors vs Denver Nuggets Prediction & Betting Tips - NBA

Prediction published on 20/12/2023, 06:00  by Devesh Jaganath | Modified on 20/12/2023 at 06:03 in NBA Predictions

The Toronto Raptors will take on the Denver Nuggets at Scotiabank Arena on Wednesday night. The hosts are 15-15 and 11th in the Eastern Conference, while the visitors are 18-10 and third in the Western Conference. 

The Denver Nuggets are doing well in their recent games, winning four out of the last five, and will want to continue this success after beating the Mavericks 130-104 on Monday. Jamal Murray scored 22 points, leading the team. On average, the Nuggets score 115.3 points per game (14th in the league) and allow 110.5 points (fifth in the NBA). On average, they outscore opponents by 4.8 points per game. Rebounding-wise, they rank 11th with 44.6 rebounds per game, 1.7 more than their opponents. The Nuggets perform better offensively at home, averaging 121.0 points compared to 110.3 points on the road. Vlatko Cancar and Jay Huff are injured for the upcoming game.

Meanwhile, the Toronto Raptors have been struggling lately, losing five of their last seven games. However, they will look to gain momentum after a convincing 114-99 win against the Hornets on Monday. Pascal Siakam played a key role, leading the team with 27 points, eight rebounds, and eight assists. The Raptors score an average of 112.5 points per game (21st in the NBA) and concede 114.2 points per game (17th in the league). They have a slight advantage over the rest in rebounds, averaging 45.3 compared to the league average of 43.5. Toronto's scoring is solid at home, with 112.7 points per game, and on the road, with 112.4 points per game. Christian Koloko is the only player unavailable for this game due to injury.