Nuggets vs. Thunder Betting Preview (February 27, 2021)

The Nuggets can’t seem to build any momentum this season. They had a chance to win it at the buzzer against Washington on Thursday but failed spectacularly. They are trying to bounce back against the Thunder on Saturday.

Let’s take a look at the different markets out there for Colorado sports bettors in our Nuggets vs. Thunder betting preview, complete with the best odds, picks, and predictions.

Nuggets vs. Thunder Betting Preview

The Nuggets are eighth in the Western Conference after losing to the Wizards on Thursday. They are 1.5 games up on the Mavericks, but Denver can’t afford to go on a losing streak here.

Meanwhile, the Thunder are 14-19 as they try to rebuild on the fly. The Nuggets can’t take Oklahoma City lightly though. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Luguentz Dort are two of the most exciting young players in the NBA.

Nuggets vs. Thunder Odds

All lines courtesy of FanDuel Colorado:

• Spread: Nuggets -7 (-110) // Thunder +7 (-110)
• Moneyline: Nuggets -290 // Thunder +235
• Total: Over 221 (-108) // Under 221 (-112)

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Bets We Like With A Nuggets Win

Nikola Jokic Over 25.5 Points (-115)

The Denver Nuggets go as Nikola Jokic goes. The All-Star starter is having the best season of his career and he’s taken his scoring to the next level. The Thunder are solid defensively, but Jokic is as good as it gets on offense.

Although Jokic’s scoring has been up and down as of late if he scores 26 or more we expect the Nuggets to cruise to a win over the Thunder.

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Bets We Like With A Thunder Win

Luguentz Dort To Score 15+ Points (+128)

Luguentz Dort is known more for his defensive energy, but he is taking his scoring to the next level this season. He’s averaging 12.8 points per game, but he has eclipsed the 15-point mark in his last two games, both Thunder victories.

He will have his hands full defensively with the Nuggets’ potent offensive attack, but Dort should be able to knock down a few threes to put him over on this number.

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Bets We Like Regardless Of Outcome

Nikola Jokic Score First Basket (+450)

First made field goal is always a shot in the dark to some degree, but this is as safe a play as it gets. Jokic has scored the first basket in Denver’s last three home games against the Thunder. If he can win the opening tip, he has an excellent chance of cashing on this prop.

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Nuggets vs. Thunder Prediction, Pick

The Nuggets have not lived up to expectations to this point in the season, but we are comfortable putting our faith in them for this game. There isn’t enough value on the moneyline so take Denver laying the points. We expect to see Jokic have a big game as Denver cruises to a victory at home.

The Pick: Nuggets -7.5