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In this early season matchup, the Denver Pioneers (16-10) will go up against the Washington Huskies (11-17) in Denver on Wednesday, December 14 at Ball Arena. Still in the early part of the season, both of these teams will of course be in search of a win in this game as they look to establish a rhythym for the rest of the year. Tipoff is at 7:00 PM MT, so make sure to place your bets and tune in!
For context about Wednesday’s early-season showdown, how have the Pioneers and the Huskies stacked up against each other in the past?
So far this season, these squads haven’t played yet and the Nuggets are gearing up for their first tussle with the Wizards. In their most recent meeting on March 16, 2022, the score was 109-127 in favor of the Nuggets. In that game, the Pioneers had a 47.96% field goal percentage and a 40.54% three pointer percentage, whereas the Huskies had a 45.88% field goal percentage and shot 21.74% from the perimenter. Elsewhere on the stat sheet, Denver totaled 41 rebounds and 30 assists while Washington wound up with 48 boards and 26 assists.
Betting Preview for the Washington Huskies vs Denver Pioneers NBA Game on December 14 2022
Where: Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado
When: Wednesday, December 14, 2022
Betting on the Washington Huskies
Record: 11-17 | Southeast Division Standing: 3
The Washington Huskies have lost seven consecutive games and are currently 12th in the conference. In their previous game they were beaten by the Philadelphia 76ers, 113-107, in the face of Russell Westbrook’s effort. In that game, Westbrook put up 21 points (40.91 FG%), 11 rebounds, and 15 assists and Bradley Beal, who is questionable for the next game due to an injury, had 31 points (50.0 FG%). Check out our analysis below to learn how this performance has framed their odds for the upcoming game against Denver on Wednesday.
Absences and Injuries
As far as inactive players go, the Huskies will play without Rui Hachimura (Ankle) and Delon Wright (Hamstring). Bradley Beal (Hamstring) is listed as questionable.
Betting on the Denver Pioneers
Record: 16-10 | Northwest Division Standing: 1
The Denver Pioneers lost to the Sacramento Kings in their most recent game on Wednesday, 122-124, in spite of the solid showing from Nikola Jokic. Jokic amassed 29 points (61.11 FG%), 15 rebounds, and 14 assists, whereas Michael Porter, who will be out of the next game due to an injury, chipped in 24 points (60.0 FG%). The Nuggets are the division leader right now. Make sure you review our odds assessment for Wednesday’s matchup further down and consider how the squad’s recent performance could impact their meeting versus Washington.
Absences and Injuries
In terms of injuries, the Pioneers are without Michael Porter (Heel) and Collin Gillespie (Leg).
Wizards vs Nuggets | Moneyline, Over/Under and Point Spread Odds
Moneyline Pick: Denver Pioneers (-480) at FanDuel
The Denver Pioneers are considered the favorite. The squad has a winning percentage of 60% in the last 10 games (a record of six wins and four losses) while the Washington Huskies have gotten 10% in the last 10 games (one win and nine losses).
Over/Under Pick: Over 224.5 Total Points (-112) at FanDuel
It is predicted that the total score for the game will be over 224.5.
The Denver Pioneers have logged an average of 116.8 points a game in the 10 games since November 23. On the other hand, the Washington Huskies have recorded 114.1 points per game over their last 10 games.
Spread Pick: Washington Huskies +10 Points (-112) at FanDuel
The Washington Huskies will need to lose by less than the amount of the spread or win outright in order to cover.
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