Clippers vs. Nuggets Prediction & Odds
The under has been profitable in previous meetings between the Clippers and Nuggets but is the smart play to buck that trend and take the over? Tip-off is set for 10:00 p.m. ET.
Game Matchup & Betting Odds
583 Los Angeles Clippers (+5) at 584 Denver Nuggets (-5); o/u 225.5
9:00 p.m. ET, Thursday, January 5, 2023
Ball Arena, Denver, CO
Clippers vs. Nuggets Public Betting Information
Our NBA Public Betting Information page indicates that 68% of public bettors are currently backing the Nuggets when it comes to the spread. This information is subject to change throughout the day, however, so be sure to check the link so you’re receiving the most up-to-date public betting data.
Los Angeles Clippers DFS Spin
Kawhi Leonard (non-COVID illness) is not on the injury report for Thursday’s matchup with Denver. Kawhi missed their last game with an illness, but it’ll only hold him out for one game. Kawhi hasn’t been an elite fantasy asset this season, but he has provided third round value over the last two weeks. He’s slowly rounding into form, though the occasional rest/nagging injury absences are certainly a pain for fantasy managers. With Paul George questionable, Kawhi could see an increased offensive load against Denver. If PG plays, Terance Mann will return to a role off the bench.
Denver Nuggets DFS Spin
Michael Porter Jr. accounted for 18 points (6-of-9 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), two rebounds, one block, and four 3-pointers in Monday’s 124-111 loss to the Timberwolves. Porter didn’t do too much outside the points and 3-pointers categories Monday night, but he shot the ball well from the field. For the season, he’s been a top-75 player in 9-cat formats, despite averaging 1.3 assists, 0.7 steals, and 0.5 blocks per game. The points, rebounds, and 3-pointers have been good enough to keep MPJ at that level, but he’s talented enough to provide more. Denver will finish its week with a home back-to-back against the Clippers (Thursday) and Cavaliers (Friday).
Clippers vs. Nuggets NBA Betting Trends
Clippers are 5-2 ATS in their last 7 road games
Clippers are 9-4 ATS in their last 13 games overall
Nuggets are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games overall
Nuggets are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 home games
Clippers vs. Nuggets NBA Prediction:
The over is 11-1 in the Clippers’ last 12 road games, has hit in five of their last seven games overall and is 7-1 in their last eight road games versus a team with a home winning percentage of greater than .600. On the other side, the over is 4-0 in the Nuggets’ last four games overall, is 11-5 in their last 16 games following a loss and is 4-1 in their last five games when their opponent allows 100 points or more in their previous game.
NBA BETTING PREDICTION: CLIPPERS/NUGGETS OVER 225.5