Denver Nuggets vs. Boston Celtics Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, Latest Odds
The Boston Celtics are set to host the Denver Nuggets on Friday night in what could be an NBA Finals preview. Can Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets keep it close on the road? Matt McCuen provides his pick against the spread in Nuggets vs. Celtics.
Matt McCuen - January 19, 2024, 9:50 AM EST
5 minDenver Nuggets vs. Boston Celtics Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, Latest Odds
The Denver Nuggets and the Boston Celtics will meet from TD Garden on Friday Night for a highly anticipated matchup.
Nuggets vs. Celtics Date, Time, and Where to Watch
- Date: January 19, 2024
- Game Time: 7:30 pm ET
- Where to Watch: ESPN
Denver Nuggets vs. Boston Celtics Prediction
These are two of the best teams in the NBA, and both are legitimate contenders to win the title.
Denver will attempt to claim their second consecutive NBA Championship.
The Nuggets are off to a solid start with a 28-14 record, which is good for third-best in the Western Conference.
The Nuggets feature one of the best players in basketball, Nikola Jokic. Jokic, who is a two-time MVP winner, leads the team with 25.5 points, 11.9 rebounds, and 9.1 assists.
Jamal Murray has missed some time with injuries but will be a full go tonight. The former Kentucky standout has averaged 20.5 points and 6.5 assists.
Michael Porter Jr. is the team's top threat from a distance. Porter Jr. has added 16.4 points and 7.1 rebounds.
The Nuggets have averaged 116.3 points per game, which is 13th best in basketball.
Boston comes into this contest with a 32-9 record.
That is the best record in the NBA.
The Celts are betting favorites to win the NBA Finals (+310).
Boston is unbeaten at home this season with a record of 20-0.
Jayson Tatum leads the Celtics offensive attack with 27.1 points and 8.4 rebounds.
Jaylen Brown has stepped up, adding 23.3 points and 5.2 rebounds.
The combination of Tatum and Brown is one of the best in basketball.
Big man Kristaps Porzingis has been outstanding in his first season in Boston, averaging 19.1 points and 6.8 rebounds.
Derrick White has added 15.9 points and a team-best 4.9 assists.
Boston has averaged 120.9 points, which is the fifth most in basketball.
Denver Nuggets vs. Boston Celtics Pick
This is too many points to give this Nuggets team.
Boston has been the best home team in basketball, but from a talent standpoint, these teams are essentially even.
Denver is coming off three days of rest and should be fully healthy tonight.
Denver will stay within this number and possibly pull off the upset.
Pick: Denver Nuggets +7 -118 Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds
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