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In this early season matchup, the Denver Nuggets (33-13) will face off against the Oklahoma City Thunder (22-23) in Denver on Sunday, January 22 at Ball Arena. Still in the early part of the season, both of these teams will of course be hoping for a win in this game as they look to set the pace for the rest of the year. The action starts at 6:00 PM MT, so be sure to make your picks and catch the excitment live!
For context about Sunday’s Conference Semifinal matchup, how have the Nuggets and the Thunder performed against each other in the past?
Including the postseason, this year the franchises have played against each other in three matchups and the Nuggets have earned a win three times against the Thunder. In their most recent meeting this past Wednesday, the score was 126-131 in favor of the Nuggets. In that game, the Nuggets had a 47.96% field goal percentage and a 36.84% three pointer percentage, whereas the Thunder had a 45.45% field goal percentage and a 45% 3-point percentage. The former totaled 55 rebounds and 31 assists; the latter had 39 rebounds and 26 assists.
Betting Preview for the Oklahoma City Thunder vs Denver Nuggets NBA Game on January 22 2023
Where: Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado
When: Sunday, January 22, 2023
Betting on the Oklahoma City Thunder
Regular Season Record: 22-23
The last time we saw them, the Thunder lost to the reigning champion Charlotte Hornets thanks to the admirable performances of star players George Hill and Darius Bazley. To that end, Hill, who will be sitting out the next game because of Covid, generated 21 points (88.89 FG%), four rebounds, and three assists while Darius Bazley, who will be out of the next game due to an injury, put up 15 points (58.33 FG%), two blocks, and one steals. Check out our analysis below to learn how this performance has framed the odds for their upcoming game versus Denver on Sunday.
Absences and Injuries
In terms of injuries, the Thunder are without Aleksej Pokusevski (Leg), Ousmane Dieng (Wrist), and Jeremiah Robinson-Earl (Ankle). Eugene Omoruyi (Back) is listed as questionable.
Absences and Injuries
As far as inactive players go, the Nuggets have zero injured players ruled out.
Thunder vs Nuggets | Moneyline, Over/Under and Point Spread Odds
Moneyline Pick: Denver Nuggets (-260) at FanDuel
The Denver Nuggets are expecting a close contest with their opponents as they both come into the match with the same odds. Who do you have?
Over/Under Pick: Under 236 Total Points (-110) at FanDuel
The Nuggets recorded 117.63 points per game during the regular season. Conversely, the Thunder recorded 117.0 points per game.
Spread Pick: Denver Nuggets -6 Points (-110) at FanDuel
The Denver Nuggets .
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