Denver Nuggets
Denver leads the season series 2-0, and Denver lays 11.5 at Smoothie King Center against New Orleans. Denver enters 6-4 and 3-2 last five, while New Orleans is 4-9 and 0-5 last five.
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| Sportsbook | Spread | Moneyline | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| FanDuel | DEN -11.5 NO +11.5 | DEN -590 NO +430 | O 234.5 U 234.5 |
| DraftKings | DEN -11.5 NO +11.5 | DEN -597 NO +443 | O 235.5 U 235.5 |
| BetMGM | DEN -12.5 NO +12.5 | DEN -600 NO +425 | O 234.5 U 234.5 |
| BetRivers | DEN -12.5 NO +12.5 | DEN -625 NO +430 | O 234.5 U 234.5 |
| Fanatics | DEN -12 NO +12 | DEN -600 NO +430 | O 235.5 U 235.5 |
| Bovada | DEN -11.5 NO +11.5 | DEN -600 NO +425 | O 235.5 U 235.5 |
| BetOnline.ag | DEN -11.5 NO +11.5 | DEN -575 NO +431 | O 234.5 U 234.5 |
| LowVig.ag | DEN -11.5 NO +11.5 | DEN -567 NO +440 | O 234.5 U 234.5 |
| MyBookie.ag | DEN -12 NO +12 | DEN -673 NO +455 | O 235 U 235 |
| BetUS | DEN -11.5 NO +11.5 | — | O 234.5 U 234.5 |
| Caesars | DEN -12 NO +12 | DEN -600 NO +430 | O 235.5 U 235.5 |
Injury Report
Denver lists Julian Strawther (out, knee). New Orleans lists Dejounte Murray (out, ankle), Bryce McGowens (out, elbow), Yves Missi (out, knee) and Trey Murphy III (out, knee). These statuses affect rotation depth and projected minutes, so confirm final designations before the 7:00 PM ET tip.
Key Players
Key Matchup Edge
Denver owns a +1.2 point differential per game against -9.2 for New Orleans. Denver scores 114.5 and allows 113.3, while New Orleans scores 116.5 and allows 125.6. That margin profile is the cleanest way to judge whether Denver can cover a 11.5-point number.
3 Things to Watch
- Jamal Murray's production for Denver
- Zion Williamson's production for New Orleans
- Pace against a 235.5 total
Betting Breakdown
The New Orleans Pelicans host the Denver Nuggets at Smoothie King Center at 7:00 PM ET. Denver is an 11.5-point favorite with the total at 235.5. Denver is 6-4 with a 3-2 road mark, 3-2 last five. Its latest results are a 123-118 win over Memphis Grizzlies and a 110-100 loss to Houston Rockets. Jamal Murray leads at 26.2 points per game, Nikola Jokic grabs 10.8 rebounds and Nikola Jokic adds 9.0 assists. Denver scores 114.5 and allows 113.3 points per game. New Orleans is 4-9 with a 3-5 home mark, 0-5 last five. Its latest results are a 142-111 loss to Memphis Grizzlies and a 145-111 loss to Brooklyn Nets. Zion Williamson leads at 21.8 points per game, Derik Queen grabs 6.3 rebounds and Jeremiah Fears adds 5.1 assists. New Orleans scores 116.5 and allows 125.6 points per game. Denver leads 2-0 (Denver won 141-135 on October 24 and Denver won 104-91 on October 28). The handicap comes down to whether Denver's edge in scoring margin holds up well enough to cover, and whether New Orleans can keep the margin inside the number.
Denver Betting Outlook
Denver is 6-4 with a 3-2 road mark, 3-2 last five. Its latest results are a 123-118 win over Memphis Grizzlies and a 110-100 loss to Houston Rockets. Jamal Murray leads at 26.2 points per game, Nikola Jokic grabs 10.8 rebounds and Nikola Jokic adds 9.0 assists. Denver scores 114.5 and allows 113.3 points per game. Denver is 5-5-0 against the spread. As the favorite, it needs its top line of production to separate before late-game variance takes over. Injury news remains a factor for its depth.
New Orleans Betting Outlook
New Orleans is 4-9 with a 3-5 home mark, 0-5 last five. Its latest results are a 142-111 loss to Memphis Grizzlies and a 145-111 loss to Brooklyn Nets. Zion Williamson leads at 21.8 points per game, Derik Queen grabs 6.3 rebounds and Jeremiah Fears adds 5.1 assists. New Orleans scores 116.5 and allows 125.6 points per game. New Orleans is 6-7-0 against the spread. As the underdog, it needs disciplined defense and timely finishing to stay within the number. Injury news remains a factor for its depth.
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Denver Nuggets vs New Orleans Pelicans FAQ
What is the current spread for Denver Nuggets vs New Orleans Pelicans?
The current home spread is NO +11.5, while the away spread is DEN -11.5.
How far has the spread moved for Denver Nuggets vs New Orleans Pelicans?
The spread opened at NO +10.5 and is now NO +11.5.
What is the current moneyline for Denver Nuggets vs New Orleans Pelicans?
The current moneyline is DEN -597 / NO +443.
How far has the moneyline moved for Denver Nuggets vs New Orleans Pelicans?
The moneyline opened at DEN -556 / NO +417 and is now DEN -597 / NO +443.
What is the current total for Denver Nuggets vs New Orleans Pelicans?
The current total is 235.5.
How far has the total moved for Denver Nuggets vs New Orleans Pelicans?
The total opened at 234.5 and is now 235.5.
Is the market taking the underdog in Denver Nuggets vs New Orleans Pelicans?
Current market signal: Market Widening.
Is the market taking the favorite in Denver Nuggets vs New Orleans Pelicans?
Current market signal: Dog Taking Support.
Is the total dropping for Denver Nuggets vs New Orleans Pelicans?
Current totals signal: Total Rising.
Is the total rising for Denver Nuggets vs New Orleans Pelicans?
Current totals signal: Total Rising.
Where to watch Denver Nuggets vs New Orleans Pelicans?
You can watch this game on Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network. For the latest broadcast details, see Where to Watch.
Where to stream Denver Nuggets vs New Orleans Pelicans?
You can stream this game on NBA League Pass.
What is the best free prop bet for Denver Nuggets vs New Orleans Pelicans?
Aaron Gordon Over 12.5 Points
What is the biggest matchup edge for Denver Nuggets vs New Orleans Pelicans?
Denver owns a +1.2 point differential per game against -9.2 for New Orleans. Denver scores 114.5 and allows 113.3, while New Orleans scores 116.5 and allows 125.6. That margin profile is the cleanest way to judge whether Denver can cover a 11.5-point number.
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