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Denver Nuggets Look to Extend Winning Streak Against Utah Jazz in Rematch Showdown

The Denver Nuggets and Utah Jazz are set to face off in a basketball game in Utah. Denver is coming off a recent win against Detroit, while Utah suffered a close loss to Philadelphia. The Jazz historically have the upper hand in the series, but the Nuggets have won the last four meetings. Denver is currently favored to win by 6.5 points.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Nuggets -270 | Jazz +220
• Spread: Nuggets -6.5 (-110) | Jazz +6.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 239.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Denver will win straight-up is 73%.

Denver vs Utah Stats

Denver Nuggets

The Denver Nuggets bounced back from a recent loss to the Cavaliers by defeating the Pistons in a dominant performance at home. Led by Nikola Jokic, who had 37 points, nine rebounds, and eight assists, the Nuggets displayed a strong offensive performance, shooting 56.1% from the field and 13 of 27 from three-point range. Currently standing at 17-13 for the season, the Nuggets rank 3rd in the league in scoring offense, 10th in rebounding, and 1st in assists. Despite strong offensive stats, they are ranked 24th in scoring defense, giving up an average of 117.4 points per game. The team is dealing with injuries to Cancar and Gordon, who are expected to be out for a few more games. With a power ranking of 15, the Nuggets are positioned 3rd in offense, 24th in defense, and are 17-13 for the season. Defensively, Denver allows an average of 46.91% field goals, 76.38% free throws, and 35.89% three-pointers. Offensively, they average 50.02% field goals, 75.43% free throws, and 38.27% three-pointers. The team ranks 2nd in field goal percentage, 27th in free throw shooting, and 4th in three-point shooting. In terms of rebounding and assists, they rank 10th and 1st respectively. Coach Michael Malone relies on a strong rotation of players, including Jamal Murray, Aaron Gordon, Michael Porter Jr., and others to contribute to the team's success.

Utah Jazz Analysis

The Utah Jazz suffered their third straight loss, falling to the Philadelphia 76ers at home. Despite leading by 12 points after the first quarter, the Jazz ended up losing by five. Utah shot 48.3% from the field but turned the ball over 21 times, ultimately being outscored in the final minutes of the game. The team is currently 7-23 on the season and is in last place in the Northwest Division. Lauri Markkanen led the Jazz with 23 points in the loss. The Jazz are 21st in the league in scoring offense, 8th in rebounding, and 28th in scoring defense. They are shooting 45.9% from the field and play an average of 13.9 triples per game. Utah has faced injuries to key players like Taylor Hendricks, Keyonte George, and John Collins. Keep an eye out for updates on their status.

Denver Nuggets Set to Take on Utah Jazz in Rematch Showdown

The Denver Nuggets are facing the challenge of playing their third game in four nights, following high-scoring home matchups against Cleveland and Detroit. It is expected that Gordon will not be available for this game, but the team has demonstrated strong offensive capabilities in his absence. Despite Utah's ability to stay competitive and cover the spread in their last five games, they have struggled to secure victories. The Jazz's younger players have not yet made a significant impact, while the Nuggets are led by the talented Jokic who consistently performs at a high level. Denver has already defeated Utah twice this season by substantial margins. While the point spread may not be as large in this match-up, it is anticipated that the Nuggets will emerge victorious on the road once again.

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