The New York Knicks (7-7) go on the road to play the Denver Nuggets (9-4) on Wednesday night. Denver has dominated the series recently, winning nine straight games over New York. The Knicks have been inconsistent away from home, logging a 3-4 road record, while the Nuggets are 4-0 at home. Two-time MVP Nikola Jokic (protocols) is out, as is Knicks center Mitchell Robinson (knee). Also on Denver’s injury report is Ish Smith (calf) who is doubtful, while both Aaron Gordon (illness) and Bones Hyland (protocols) are questionable.
Tip-off is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET at Ball Arena in Denver. Caesars Sportsbook lists the Nuggets as 3-point favorites in the latest Knicks vs. Nuggets odds. The over/under for total points is set at 226.5. Before making any Nuggets vs. Knicks picks, you’ll want to see the NBA predictions and betting advice from the proven computer model at SportsLine.
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Now, the model has set its sights on Knicks vs. Nuggets and locked in its picks and NBA predictions. You can head to SportsLine now to see the model’s picks. Here are several NBA odds and betting lines for Nuggets vs. Knicks:
- Knicks vs. Nuggets spread: Denver -3
- Knicks vs. Nuggets Over-Under: 226.5 points
- Knicks vs. Nuggets money line: Denver -155, New York +130
- NYK: Knicks are 9-2 ATS in their last 11 road games vs. a team with a winning home record
- DEN: Nuggets are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 home games
- Knicks vs. Nuggets picks: See picks at SportsLine
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Why the Nuggets can cover
Guard Jamal Murray is a smart and fearless player on the floor. Murray makes solid decisions and can carry his team as a scorer if needed. The Kentucky product plays well when he’s downhill and also has a smooth jumper with a quick release. He logs 16.2 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 4.3 assists per game, and Murray dropped 23 points in his last outing.
Guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope has been shooting lights-out this season and leads the NBA with 54.5% from beyond the arc. Caldwell-Pope is also contributing in other areas as well as he’s averaging career highs in both assists (2.7) and steals (1.5). The 10-year pro has knocked down at least three 3Ps in each of his last eight games and scored in double-figures in seven of those contests.
Why the Knicks can cover
Guard Jalen Brunson is a great leader on and off the floor who can score at all three levels and be a quality facilitator. The Villanova product is crafty with the ball and has the moves to get past his defender. He is averaging 19.9 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 6.9 assists per game. In the Nov. 11 win over the Detroit Pistons, Brunson registered 26 points, seven assists, and four steals.
Forward R.J. Barrett is a complete player who does it all for New York. Barrett gets assigned to defend the opposing team’s best player at times while being able to create his own shot. The Duke product has good length and athleticism on the wing. Barrett likes to attack the paint but can hit a jumper from the perimeter. He’s putting up 18.9 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 2.9 assists per game.
How to make Knicks vs. Nuggets picks
SportsLine’s model is leaning Over on the total, projecting the teams to combine for 237 points. The model also says one side of the spread hits in well over 50% of simulations. You can only get the pick at SportsLine.
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