![]() ![]() The two-time MVP has been nothing short of remarkable in this series. Although neither of those losses would cover the Game 6 spread, Jokic will surely give them a chance. Despite dropping both of their previous road games this series, the Nuggets kept things close in both games – losing by seven and five points. Consequently, the Nuggets need to continue to shoot well from deep and have someone aside from Jokic step up if they want to cover in Game 6.Īt the very least, Denver backers can take solace in the fact that Nikola Jokic will keep them in the game in Game 6. That being said, they face an uphill battle in advancing after Game 6 as they enter as 3.5-point underdogs on the road. ![]() Now up 3-2, the Nuggets sit just one win away from advancing to the Western Conference Finals. Final: Phoenix Suns 122, Denver Nuggets 98 Phoenix Suns Up NextĪfter tussling with the Nuggets, the Suns begin a four game road trip, starting with a visit in San Antonio to take on the Spurs. Currently sitting with the league’s fourth worst record, the Spurs might give Phoenix their easiest victory across this stretch, should they indeed knock off the Nuggets tonight to keep it going.SUBSCRIBE NOW □ Why The Nuggets Could Cover The Spreadīehind 29 points from Nikola Jokic and 25 points from Bruce Brown, Denver used a 39-point third quarter to propel them to a double-digit victory in Game 5. Devin Booker will have an opportunity to deliver some highlight reel-worthy plays as well with Austin Rivers on him. Watch for Deandre Ayton to feast inside with the undersized Aaron Gordon unable to stop him. Going up against a seemingly unbeatable Phoenix team, in a rocking Footprint Center, and with their MVP wearing street clothes rather than a jersey, this looks like a clear Suns victory, one which they easily cover the -8.0 point spread. Phoenix Suns vs Denver Nuggets Prediction Given this season’s premature state and Jamal Murray’s situation, it makes more sense for the Nuggets proceed cautiously with Jokic, so I expect him to sit out and for Malone to go small ball again. Head Coach Mike Malone stated that there was “no timeline” for the star big man’s return, but he also noted that he “might” suit up against the Suns. Jokic sat out Denver’s last game with a sprained wrist. Only with injuries to reserves Frank Kaminsky and Abdel Nader, Phoenix will roll out their usual lineup tonight. With the Suns trending up and the Nuggets trending down, all signs point to a Phoenix win, which Vegas recognizes here. ![]() Although the Nuggets still carry a winning record, they lost their last three contests by double-digits. Winning 11 straight contests just does that for you, not much else too it.ĭenver’s recent skid adds to this nod for Phoenix though. Until Phoenix either loses a game, or faces the Golden State Warriors, bettors should expect them to remain favored in all their games. Their moneyline odds are at -330, and the over/under is sitting at 209.0 points. Phoenix Suns vs Denver Nuggets Odds, Moneyline, Over/UnderĪccording to WynnBet, the Suns are favored at -8.0 points. They might view the Suns as the same team they manhandled earlier this year, but Phoenix surley sees them as just another victim. The Suns though? They threw some gasoline onto their slow start, now resembling a raging inferno, winning 11 straight games.īut now, these two teams face off once more, with the Nuggets again traveling to the desert. ![]() Just over a month ago, Nikola Jokic dropped 27 points along with 13 rebounds to open the 2021-22 NBA season, as he and his Denver Nuggets took their revenge on the Phoenix Suns, who ousted them from the playoffs after four games last year.įrom that point on, the Nuggets have remained solid, currently boasting a 9-7 record with standout wins coming against the Dallas Mavericks and Miami Heat. ![]()
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