Nuggets vs. Trail Blazers Prediction
The Nuggets and Trail Blazers will square off on Thursday night at 10:00 p.m. ET from the Moda Center in Portland, OR and despite the total sitting at 226, is the over a sound play when it comes to tonight’s matchup?
Game Matchup & Betting Odds
579 Denver Nuggets (-1) at 580 Portland Trail Blazers (+1); o/u 226
10:00 p.m. ET, Thursday, December 8, 2022
Moda Center, Portland, OR
Nuggets vs. Trail Blazers Public Betting Information
Our NBA Public Betting Information page indicates that 55% 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.
Denver Nuggets DFS Spin
Aaron Gordon shot 10-of-13 from the field and 5-of-7 from the foul line in Tuesday’s 116-115 loss to the Mavericks, tallying 27 points, eight rebounds, two assists, one steal, and two 3-pointers in 31 minutes. Since returning from a three-game absence due to illness, Gordon has been very good offensively. He’s scored 19 points or more in five of his last seven games and is providing 4th-round value in 9-cat formats over the last two weeks. The recent run has propelled Gordon within the top 75 in value for the season, and the absence of Michael Porter Jr. has freed up more scoring opportunities for Gordon. He may not finish the season ranked in the top 50, but Gordon could come close based on his recent play.
Portland Trail Blazers DFS Spin
Damian Lillard returned to the floor on Sunday and finished with 21 points (7-for-16 FGs), four rebounds, six assists, one steal, one block, four turnovers and five triples in a 116-100 win over the Pacers. After a seven-game absence, it was nice to see Dame back on the floor. His numbers weren’t the best, but he was still able to flash his talent a few times, and it was more than enough to get the win. Portland outscored Indiana by 30 while Dame was on the floor. The Blazers and fantasy managers alike are thrilled to have him back out on the court, and the numbers should rise as he plays more.
Nuggets vs. Trail Blazers NBA Betting Trends
Nuggets are 5-2 ATS in the last 7 meetings
Nuggets are 7-3 ATS in their last 10 games following a straight up loss
Trail Blazers are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 home games
Trail Blazers are 4-12 ATS in their last 16 games playing on 3 or more days rest
Nuggets vs. Trail Blazers NBA Prediction:
The over is 10-4 in the last 14 meetings in Portland and is 35-17 in the last 52 meetings between these two teams overall. The over is also 12-4 in the Nuggets’ last 16 games following, is 6-1 in their last seven games versus a team with a winning straight up record and is 9-4 in their last 13 games following a straight up loss. The over is also 8-2 in the Trail Blazers’ last 10 games versus a team with a winning record, is 6-2-1 in their last nine games playing on three or more days of rest.
NBA BETTING PREDICTION: NUGGETS/TRAIL BLAZERS OVER 226