Denver Nuggets predictions and picks
Mako Bets writes a full preview of every Denver Nuggets game: the matchup, the players who decide it, injuries and the line.
Denver Nuggets this season
3-2 overall · 1-1 at home · 2-1 on the road · 2-3 against the spread · overs 3-2
Recent results
| Date | Opponent | Result | Spread | ATS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-10-30 | @ Phoenix Suns | W 127-120 | -4.5 | covered | 231.5 (over) |
| 2026-10-28 | @ New Orleans Pelicans | W 104-91 | -4.5 | covered | 241.5 (under) |
| 2026-10-26 | vs Golden State Warriors | L 114-134 | -6.5 | did not cover | 236.5 (over) |
| 2026-10-24 | vs New Orleans Pelicans | W 141-135 | -11.5 | did not cover | 239.5 (over) |
| 2026-10-22 | @ Oklahoma City Thunder | L 84-96 | +7.5 | did not cover | 236.5 (under) |
Key stats
| Stat | Denver Nuggets |
|---|---|
| Offensive efficiency (pts per 100 poss) | 111.7 (11th of 30) |
| Defensive efficiency (pts allowed per 100 poss) | 112.9 (21st of 30) |
| Net efficiency (per 100 poss) | -1.2 (19th of 30) |
| Pace (possessions per game, estimated) | 102.1 (21st of 30) |
| Effective FG% (3s count 1.5x) | 54.7% (11th of 30) |
| Opponent effective FG% | 54.2% (20th of 30) |
| Turnover rate (per 100 poss) | 16.3% (21st of 30) |
| Offensive rebound % | 27.5% (15th of 30) |
| 3-point % | 37.4% (7th of 30) |
| Points in the paint per game | 42.8 (26th of 30) |
Key players
- Jamal Murray (G): 25.4 pts, 4.4 reb, 7.1 ast a game (2025-26)
- DeMar DeRozan (G): 18.4 pts, 2.9 reb, 4.1 ast a game (2025-26)
- Nikola Jokic (C): 27.7 pts, 12.9 reb, 10.7 ast a game (2025-26)
- Cameron Johnson (F): 12.2 pts, 3.8 reb, 2.4 ast a game (2025-26)
- Spencer Jones (F): 5.6 pts, 3.3 reb, 0.8 ast a game (2025-26)
- Christian Braun (G): 12.0 pts, 4.8 reb, 2.7 ast a game (2025-26)
Injuries
- Spencer Jones: Out, Hamstring
- Alpha Diallo: Out, Wrist
- Julian Strawther: Out, Knee
Earlier previews
- Denver Nuggets vs Portland Trail Blazers prediction · Mon, Nov 2, 2026 · Denver Nuggets -4, total 231.5
Blazers bring the league's most three-happy offense to Denver, minus Morant - Denver Nuggets at Phoenix Suns prediction · Fri, Oct 30, 2026 · Denver Nuggets -4, total 231.5
Jokic gets a crack at the NBA's worst defensive glass - Denver Nuggets at New Orleans Pelicans prediction · Wed, Oct 28, 2026 · Denver Nuggets -4.5, total 240.5
Pelicans get a quick rematch with short-handed Nuggets after overtime collapse - Denver Nuggets vs Golden State Warriors prediction · Mon, Oct 26, 2026 · Denver Nuggets -7.5, total 236.5
Jokic and the Nuggets eye a Warriors defense that can't guard inside - Denver Nuggets vs New Orleans Pelicans prediction · Sat, Oct 24, 2026 · Denver Nuggets -11.5, total 239.5
Jokic's short-handed Nuggets need their offense back against weary Pelicans - Denver Nuggets at Oklahoma City Thunder prediction · Thu, Oct 22, 2026 · Oklahoma City Thunder -8, total 236.5
Jokic and a rebuilt Nuggets offense open against Oklahoma City's wall