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Nuggets Look to Extend Winning Streak Over Jazz in Home Court Showdown

Game time: October 30, 2023 at 9:00 PM ET

Venue: Ball Arena — Denver, CO

Article updated Oct 29, 6:35 PM EDT

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

On Monday night, the Denver Nuggets (3-0; 2-1-0 ATS) will host the Utah Jazz (1-2; 1-2-0 ATS) in Ball Arena. This will be the first matchup of the season between these

Game outlook

On Monday night, the Denver Nuggets (3-0; 2-1-0 ATS) will host the Utah Jazz (1-2; 1-2-0 ATS) in Ball Arena. This will be the first matchup of the season between these Western Conference opponents, with the Nuggets being the favorite, opening at -8 and not seeing a line change. The Nuggets have won the previous five meetings between the two teams. Tip-off is set for 9:00 p.m. EDT and the results of the game remain to be seen.

Game Info

When: Monday, 10/30/2023 @ 9:00pm EST

Where: Ball Arena Stadium Jazz vs Nuggets Betting Odds Moneyline: Jazz +260 | Nuggets -325

Spread: Jazz +8 (-110) | Nuggets -8 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 230.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Denver will win straight-up is 76%.

Utah Jazz

The Utah Jazz have struggled to start the season defensively, ranking 30th in the NBA in points allowed per game. They have the league's worst turnover rate, ranking bottom 5 in effective field goal percentage. Offensively, they are ranked 15th in points per game, hitting 44.24% of their field goals, 82.09% of their free throws, and 34.91% of their 3-pointers. Their rebounding has been strong, averaging 48.00 rebounds per game. They also average 25.00 offensive assists and 15.33 turnovers per game. Defensively, they allow 50.38% field goals, 85.53% free throws, 34.96% of three-pointers, and average 40.00 defensive rebounds and 25.67 defensive assists per game.

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Denver Nuggets Analysis

The Denver Nuggets are off to an impressive start to the season, sitting at 3-0 overall and 2-1 against the spread. Their strong offense and defense has earned them an impressive 20 power ranking and have them ranked 13th for offense (scoring an average of 113.50 per game) and 8th for defense (giving up an average of 105.50 points per game). They lead the league in field goal percentage (49.72%), three-pointer percentage (39.44%), offensive assist (28.00), and turnover (14.00) and rank highly in free throw percentage (70.00%) and defensive rebound (46.00). The Nuggets' impressive offensive and defensive performance has them poised as a force to be reckoned with in the NBA this season.

Nuggets Poised for Easy Start as Jazz Struggle to Stop High-Powered Offense

The Jazz have been playing two days in a row whilst the Nuggets have been rested, however, the home-court advantage should even out the differential. The key question to consider then is if the Jazz defense is capable of stopping Denver's offense. This season has proven that unfortunately, the answer is no. The Nuggets have the highest adjusted offensive rating, meaning they should not struggle to score against the Jazz. The same cannot be said for the Jazz, as they won't find many open 3-pointers against Denver. Consequently, it could be an easy start for Denver with a 4-0 lead.

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Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Utah Jazz+220 → +310Moved
  • Moneyline · Denver Nuggets-270 → -400Moved
  • Spread · Utah Jazz+8 (-110) → +9 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Denver Nuggets-8 (-110) → -9 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over230.5 (-110) → 225.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under230.5 (-110) → 225.5 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Utah Jazz
1-2 matchup record · 7-3-0 ATS · 8-2-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Denver Nuggets
3-0 matchup record · 7-3-0 ATS · 2-8-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2023-10-29T22:35:18.410Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

No verified injury or availability note was included in the published matchup research.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2023-04-08Denver Nuggets 114 · Utah Jazz 118
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Denver Nuggets defeated Utah Jazz 110-102

Denver Nuggets defeated Utah Jazz 110-102 on October 30, 2023, a 8-point decision in the series. Denver Nuggets' strongest period was the 1st quarter, when it outscored its opponent 31-21. Against SportsJaw's recorded Utah Jazz +9 (-110) spread, Utah Jazz covered, while the 212 combined points finished under the recorded total of 225.5.

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Tipster picks

  • CovergirlTotal · Over 230.5 (-110)Loss
  • Philly267Spread · Denver Nuggets -8 (-110)Push
  • HopkinspicksSpread · Utah Jazz +8 (-110)Push
  • Leadpipe_LocksTotal · Over 230.5 (-110)Loss
  • Lockpicker69Total · Over 230.5 (-110)Loss
  • MikehuffSpread · Denver Nuggets -8 (-110)Push
  • MrpinkSpread · Utah Jazz +8 (-110)Push
  • JwSpread · Utah Jazz +8 (-110)Push
  • Mickey619Spread · Denver Nuggets -8 (-110)Push
  • MoneymouthTotal · Over 230.5 (-110)Loss
  • EljefeTotal · Over 230.5 (-110)Loss
  • 1707662905Spread · Utah Jazz +8 (-110)Push
  • Joem81Spread · Denver Nuggets -7.5 (-110)Win
  • JtmcentireSpread · Denver Nuggets -7.5 (-110)Win
  • DrfeelgoodSpread · Denver Nuggets -7.5 (-110)Win
  • Randy54Spread · Utah Jazz +7.5 (-110)Loss
  • SimonsaysSpread · Denver Nuggets -7.5 (-110)Win
  • Josh720Spread · Utah Jazz +7.5 (-110)
Loss
  • SfdanSpread · Utah Jazz +8 (-110)Push
  • CoolioSpread · Denver Nuggets -8.5 (-110)Loss
  • CoolioTotal · Over 227 (-110)Loss
  • OddssharkSpread · Denver Nuggets -8.5 (-110)Loss
  • OddssharkTotal · Over 227 (-110)Loss
  • DijksjochSpread · Utah Jazz +8.5 (-110)Win
  • DijksjochMoneyline · Denver Nuggets -360Win
  • CoversSpread · Denver Nuggets -8.5 (-110)Loss
  • RcSpread · Denver Nuggets -9 (-110)Loss
  • KrockpicksTotal · Over 226.5 (-110)Loss
  • DoclocksSpread · Denver Nuggets -9 (-110)Loss