Russell Westbrook has displayed extraordinary chemistry with Nikola Jokic. But if he remains a starter for the Nuggets once they’re at full strength, who won’t?
The Denver Nuggets received two important updates on Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray ahead of Friday's matchup with the Heat.
The Denver Nuggets have won five of their last seven games, heading into a matchup against a weaker Brooklyn Nets team on Friday. The Nuggets have been carried by superstar center Nikola Jokic this season, averaging 31.5 points, 13.0 rebounds, and 9.7 assists per game, as he seems to be on his way to his fourth NBA MVP win in five years.
Jan 12, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (27) brings the ball up court against the Dallas Mavericks during the second half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images / Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
Now and then, we get glimpses of the shot-making superstar inside Jamal Murray. A step-back 3-pointer that doesn't even graze the rim. A high floater off the glass after putting someone on skates. A c
Murray (knee) is probable for Friday's game versus Miami. Murray was able to push through his knee soreness in Denver's most recent back-to-back set, and fantasy managers can pencil him into lineups for Friday as well.
The Nuggets have a number of players listed on the NBA injury report for Tuesday night's game against the Mavericks.
Jamal Murray had 21 points and nine assists, Russell Westbrook added 19 points and eight assists and the Denver Nuggets beat the Los Angeles Clippers 126-103 on Wednesday night in a matchup of short-handed teams.
The Nuggets have been red-hot recently entering this matchup, while the Heat have had issues with consistency all season. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Nuggets-Heat prediction and pick.
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The Miami Heat are 1.83 money line favorites on Bet365, which lists the Denver Nuggets at 2.00. Over 225.5 is at 1.86 on Betway, with the under at 1.71. Miami is 1.781 to win with the (+1) handicap on 1XBET, which prices the Nuggets to overcome the (-2.5) handicap at 2.304. Read more here.