Tuesday evening features one of the top marquee matchups that the NBA as the Denver Nuggets visit the Philadelphia 76ers.
Not only are the Nuggets and 76ers regularly in the conversation for deep playoff runs, but Philly’s big man Joel Embiid is back from injury just in time for this game. He played a significant role in the 76ers’ 124-115 win over the Rockets on Monday. Denver is facing its third stern test in a row after downing the Pelicans and Pacers at home recently.
The NBA odds see this one as a close contest, pegging Nick Nurse’s 76ers squad as slight -2.5 favourites.
Nuggets vs. 76ers NBA Betting Odds
Alas, given that the Nuggets and 76ers play in different conferences, fans only get to appreciate Nikola Jokic vs. Joel Embiid tussles twice per season. The last four encounters have seen results flip-flop between the clubs, with the Nuggets being the most recent winner last March. Denver has also won two of the last five games played in Pennsylvania.
The first order of business when discussing the Nuggets as they enter this contest is that most of their prominent lineup is listed as questionable. Jamal Murray (tibia), Nikola Jokic (hip), Michael Porter Jr. (knee), Aaron Gordon (heel), it seems everyone is nursing some ailments. That doesn’t mean none of them will play, but they enter this match hobbling a bit. ATS the Nuggets are not a top-notch club, compiling only an 18-23 record.
The opposite holds in Philadelphia’s case. At 25-13, the 76ers are one of the more compelling props in the NBA despite being favoured almost on a nightly basis. This also promises to be an intriguing matchup between Philly’s sixth-ranked attack (119.8 points a match) and Denver’s fourth-ranked defence (111.0 points conceded a game). Embiid hasn’t played nearly as many games as some of the other NBA leaders (28), but his 34.9 points a night are sensational.
Denver Nuggets
Speaking of the Nuggets’ sound defence handling proficient attacking forces, they hosted the Indiana Pacers on Sunday and took care of business, winning 117-109. Granted, Tyrese Haliburton was absent, but the defensive performance was still commendable.
One category in which the Nuggets will look to improve is turnovers. They rank an excellent fourth, committing only 11.9 a night, but on Sunday they were at their sloppiest, coughing up the ball 22 times. The opposition may not have had its best player but giving the ball away so much will always keep a rival in the game. On the flip side, the Nuggets were ruthlessly efficient from the field, hitting 64. 8 per cent of their shots and tallying an incredible 31 assists.
Not only did all the starters hit double digits in points, but four of them reached the 20-point plateau (Jokic, Murray, Gordon, and Porter Jr.). With that kind of scoring touch, the bench didn’t have to do anything. Nuggets win 117-109.
Philadelphia 76ers
The United States celebrated Martin Luther King Day on Monday, hence the matinee matchup in Philly with the Houston Rockets. 76ers supporters had an additional reason to be joyous: the return of Joel Embiid from a knee injury.
The Rockets have certainly shown improvement this season, especially on the defensive end. However, their road woes are well documented and the 76ers took full advantage of being ungracious hosts. Time and time again we see how the simple details can translate to a win or a loss. Dunks and three-point shots are for show, but the free-throw line is often the make-or-break element. Houston was 19-for-32 whereas Philadelphia finished 29-for-34. Other than the fourth quarter when the 76ers took their foot off the gas pedal, the Rockets were never in this one.
Embiid rumbled his way to 41 points and Tyrese Maxey was flying with 27. Patrick Beverly, love him or hate him, is fitting in nicely in this 76ers lineup (six assists, five rebounds, 11 points, +15).
NBA Prediction: Who Will Win Nuggets vs. 76ers?
Line History
Sports Interaction customers are placing their bets on:
| time | fav | line | total |
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| Opening 16 Jan 2:49am | PHI | -4.5 -110 | O +227.5 -105 |
| Closing 17 Jan 2:31am | PHI | -4.5 -125 | O +269.5 -120 |
- Regular Season
- Playoffs
Nuggets Team Leaders
| Points |
26.39 |
| Assists |
8.96 |
| Rebounds |
12.35 |
| FG% |
62.4 |
| Steals |
1.37 |
| Blocks |
1.1 |
| Points |
34.69 |
| Assists |
6.19 |
| Rebounds |
11.03 |
| FG% |
66.7 |
| Steals |
1.58 |
| Blocks |
1.69 |
| Points |
28.67 |
| Assists |
8.67 |
| Rebounds |
13.42 |
| FG% |
66.7 |
| Steals |
1.42 |
| Blocks |
0.83 |
| Points |
33 |
| Assists |
6.83 |
| Rebounds |
10.83 |
| FG% |
48.4 |
| Steals |
1.83 |
| Blocks |
1.5 |
- Regular Season
- Playoffs
76ers Team Leaders
| Points |
26.39 |
| Assists |
8.96 |
| Rebounds |
12.35 |
| FG% |
62.4 |
| Steals |
1.37 |
| Blocks |
1.1 |
| Points |
34.69 |
| Assists |
6.19 |
| Rebounds |
11.03 |
| FG% |
66.7 |
| Steals |
1.58 |
| Blocks |
1.69 |
| Points |
28.67 |
| Assists |
8.67 |
| Rebounds |
13.42 |
| FG% |
66.7 |
| Steals |
1.42 |
| Blocks |
0.83 |
| Points |
33 |
| Assists |
6.83 |
| Rebounds |
10.83 |
| FG% |
48.4 |
| Steals |
1.83 |
| Blocks |
1.5 |
Injuries
Jamal Murray (SG)
Jamal Murray (SG)
Jamal Murray (SG)
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (SG)
Reggie Jackson (PG)
Jamal Murray (SG)
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (SG)
Reggie Jackson (PG)
Jamal Murray (SG)
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (SG)
Kelly Oubre Jr. (SF)
De'Anthony Melton (PG)
KJ Martin (PF)
Kyle Lowry (PG)
Kyle Lowry (PG)
Nicolas Batum (SG)
Tobias Harris (SF)
Mo Bamba (C)
Buddy Hield (SG)
Kelly Oubre Jr. (SF)
Injuries
| player (position) | status | ats*current | o/u* | notes | |
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| Jamal Murray (SG) | Prob Sun | Elbow - 18 / 05 / 24 | 0-1 | 0-1 | + - |
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Murray left the last game with an elbow injury, but he is likely to be on court against the Timberwolves in Game 7 of the Western Conference semifinals. |
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| Jamal Murray (SG) | Ques Thurs | Calf - 15 / 05 / 24 | 2-1 | 2-1 | + - |
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Murray is dealing with a left calf strain, and it is unknown if he will face the Timberwolves in Game 6 of the Western Conference semifinals. |
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| Jamal Murray (SG) | Prob Tues | Calf - 13 / 05 / 24 | 2-1 | 2-1 | + - |
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Murray is dealing with a left calf strain, but he is likely to be on court against the Timberwolves in Game 5 of the Western Conference semifinals. |
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| Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (SG) | Ques Sun | Ankle - 12 / 05 / 24 | 3-1 | 3-1 | + - |
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Caldwell-Pope is sidelined with a left ankle sprain, and it is undetermined if he will suit up for Game 4 of the Western Conference semifinals against the Timberwolves. |
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| Reggie Jackson (PG) | Ques Sun | Calf - 12 / 05 / 24 | 3-1 | 3-1 | + - |
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Jackson is hampered by a left calf contusion, and it is unclear if he will be active for Game 4 of the Western Conference semifinals against the Timberwolves. |
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| Jamal Murray (SG) | Ques Sun | Calf - 12 / 05 / 24 | 3-1 | 3-1 | + - |
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Murray is managing a left calf strain, and it remains to be seen if he will play against the Timberwolves in Game 4 of the Western Conference semifinals. |
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| Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (SG) | Ques Sun | Ankle - 11 / 05 / 24 | 3-2 | 3-2 | + - |
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Caldwell-Pope is sidelined with a left ankle sprain, and it is undetermined if he will suit up for Game 4 of the Western Conference semifinals against the Timberwolves. |
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| Reggie Jackson (PG) | Ques Sun | Calf - 11 / 05 / 24 | 3-2 | 3-2 | + - |
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Jackson is hampered by a left calf contusion, and it is unclear if he will be active for Game 4 of the Western Conference semifinals against the Timberwolves. |
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| Jamal Murray (SG) | Ques Sun | Calf - 11 / 05 / 24 | 3-2 | 3-2 | + - |
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Murray is managing a left calf strain, and it remains to be seen if he will play against the Timberwolves in Game 4 of the Western Conference semifinals. |
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| Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (SG) | Prob Fri | Abdominal - 09 / 05 / 24 | 3-2 | 3-2 | + - |
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Caldwell-Pope has been bothered from right abdominal contusion, and it is likely to suit up against the Timberwolves in Game 3 of the Western Conference semifinals. |
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| player (position) | status | ats*current | o/u* | notes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kelly Oubre Jr. (SF) | Prob Tues | Illness - 30 / 04 / 24 | 1-1 | 1-1 | + - |
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Oubre Jr. is battling an illness, but it is likely that he will face the Knicks in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference first round. |
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| De'Anthony Melton (PG) | Prob Thurs | Back - 13 / 04 / 24 | 5-2 | 4-3 | + - |
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Melton has been out of the lineup with a back injury, and he is projected to return against the Knicks for Game 3 of the Eastern Conference first round. |
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| KJ Martin (PF) | Prob Wed | Toe - 09 / 04 / 24 | 7-2 | 6-3 | + - |
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Martin is nursing a left big toe contusion, but it is expected that he will battle the Heat in the Eastern Conference Play-in tournament. |
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| Kyle Lowry (PG) | Ques Fri | Knee - 08 / 04 / 24 | 7-2 | 6-3 | + - |
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Lowry sat out the last game with a left knee effusion, and it is unclear if he will be in Friday's lineup versus the Magic. |
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| Kyle Lowry (PG) | Out Sun | Rest - 07 / 04 / 24 | 8-2 | 6-4 | + - |
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Lowry will not be active for Sunday's game versus the Spurs as he will receive a day of rest. |
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| Nicolas Batum (SG) | Prob Sat | Foot - 06 / 04 / 24 | 9-2 | 7-4 | + - |
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Batum is managing left foot soreness, but it is projected that he will partake in Saturday's showdown with the Grizzlies. |
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| Tobias Harris (SF) | Prob Tues | Knee - 03 / 04 / 24 | 10-2 | 7-5 | + - |
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Harris has been absent the previous three games with a hyperextended left knee, but it is expected that he will take the court Tuesday against the Pistons. |
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| Mo Bamba (C) | Prob Sun | Illness - 02 / 04 / 24 | 11-2 | 8-5 | + - |
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Bamba has been held out of the last three contests due to illness, but it is projected that he will face the Spurs on Sunday. |
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| Buddy Hield (SG) | Prob Wed | Ankle - 26 / 03 / 24 | 14-3 | 11-6 | + - |
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Hield exited the previous contest with an ankle injury, but it is forecasted that he will face the Clippers on Wednesday. |
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| Kelly Oubre Jr. (SF) | Ques Wed | Shoulder - 25 / 03 / 24 | 14-3 | 11-6 | + - |
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Oubre was held from the last match dealing with left shoulder soreness, and it is uncertain if he will take on the Clippers in Wednesday's battle. |
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Line History
Sports Interaction customers are placing their bets on:
time fav line total Opening 16 Jan 2:49am PHI -4.5 -110 O +227.5 -105 Closing 17 Jan 2:31am PHI -4.5 -125 O +269.5 -120 -
- Regular Season
- Playoffs
Nuggets Team Leaders
Points 26.39
Assists 8.96
Rebounds 12.35
FG% 62.4
Steals 1.37
Blocks 1.1
Points 34.69
Assists 6.19
Rebounds 11.03
FG% 66.7
Steals 1.58
Blocks 1.69
Points 28.67
Assists 8.67
Rebounds 13.42
FG% 66.7
Steals 1.42
Blocks 0.83
Points 33
Assists 6.83
Rebounds 10.83
FG% 48.4
Steals 1.83
Blocks 1.5
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- Regular Season
- Playoffs
76ers Team Leaders
Points 26.39
Assists 8.96
Rebounds 12.35
FG% 62.4
Steals 1.37
Blocks 1.1
Points 34.69
Assists 6.19
Rebounds 11.03
FG% 66.7
Steals 1.58
Blocks 1.69
Points 28.67
Assists 8.67
Rebounds 13.42
FG% 66.7
Steals 1.42
Blocks 0.83
Points 33
Assists 6.83
Rebounds 10.83
FG% 48.4
Steals 1.83
Blocks 1.5
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Injuries
Jamal Murray (SG)
Prob Sun Elbow - 18 / 05 / 24Jamal Murray (SG)
Ques Thurs Calf - 15 / 05 / 24Jamal Murray (SG)
Prob Tues Calf - 13 / 05 / 24Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (SG)
Ques Sun Ankle - 12 / 05 / 24Reggie Jackson (PG)
Ques Sun Calf - 12 / 05 / 24Jamal Murray (SG)
Ques Sun Calf - 12 / 05 / 24Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (SG)
Ques Sun Ankle - 11 / 05 / 24Reggie Jackson (PG)
Ques Sun Calf - 11 / 05 / 24Jamal Murray (SG)
Ques Sun Calf - 11 / 05 / 24Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (SG)
Prob Fri Abdominal - 09 / 05 / 24Kelly Oubre Jr. (SF)
Prob Tues Illness - 30 / 04 / 24De'Anthony Melton (PG)
Prob Thurs Back - 13 / 04 / 24KJ Martin (PF)
Prob Wed Toe - 09 / 04 / 24Kyle Lowry (PG)
Ques Fri Knee - 08 / 04 / 24Kyle Lowry (PG)
Out Sun Rest - 07 / 04 / 24Nicolas Batum (SG)
Prob Sat Foot - 06 / 04 / 24Tobias Harris (SF)
Prob Tues Knee - 03 / 04 / 24Mo Bamba (C)
Prob Sun Illness - 02 / 04 / 24Buddy Hield (SG)
Prob Wed Ankle - 26 / 03 / 24Kelly Oubre Jr. (SF)
Ques Wed Shoulder - 25 / 03 / 24Injuries
player (position) status ats*current o/u* notes Jamal Murray (SG) Prob Sun Elbow - 18 / 05 / 24 0-1 0-1 + - Murray left the last game with an elbow injury, but he is likely to be on court against the Timberwolves in Game 7 of the Western Conference semifinals.
Jamal Murray (SG) Ques Thurs Calf - 15 / 05 / 24 2-1 2-1 + - Murray is dealing with a left calf strain, and it is unknown if he will face the Timberwolves in Game 6 of the Western Conference semifinals.
Jamal Murray (SG) Prob Tues Calf - 13 / 05 / 24 2-1 2-1 + - Murray is dealing with a left calf strain, but he is likely to be on court against the Timberwolves in Game 5 of the Western Conference semifinals.
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (SG) Ques Sun Ankle - 12 / 05 / 24 3-1 3-1 + - Caldwell-Pope is sidelined with a left ankle sprain, and it is undetermined if he will suit up for Game 4 of the Western Conference semifinals against the Timberwolves.
Reggie Jackson (PG) Ques Sun Calf - 12 / 05 / 24 3-1 3-1 + - Jackson is hampered by a left calf contusion, and it is unclear if he will be active for Game 4 of the Western Conference semifinals against the Timberwolves.
Jamal Murray (SG) Ques Sun Calf - 12 / 05 / 24 3-1 3-1 + - Murray is managing a left calf strain, and it remains to be seen if he will play against the Timberwolves in Game 4 of the Western Conference semifinals.
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (SG) Ques Sun Ankle - 11 / 05 / 24 3-2 3-2 + - Caldwell-Pope is sidelined with a left ankle sprain, and it is undetermined if he will suit up for Game 4 of the Western Conference semifinals against the Timberwolves.
Reggie Jackson (PG) Ques Sun Calf - 11 / 05 / 24 3-2 3-2 + - Jackson is hampered by a left calf contusion, and it is unclear if he will be active for Game 4 of the Western Conference semifinals against the Timberwolves.
Jamal Murray (SG) Ques Sun Calf - 11 / 05 / 24 3-2 3-2 + - Murray is managing a left calf strain, and it remains to be seen if he will play against the Timberwolves in Game 4 of the Western Conference semifinals.
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (SG) Prob Fri Abdominal - 09 / 05 / 24 3-2 3-2 + - Caldwell-Pope has been bothered from right abdominal contusion, and it is likely to suit up against the Timberwolves in Game 3 of the Western Conference semifinals.
player (position) status ats*current o/u* notes Kelly Oubre Jr. (SF) Prob Tues Illness - 30 / 04 / 24 1-1 1-1 + - Oubre Jr. is battling an illness, but it is likely that he will face the Knicks in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference first round.
De'Anthony Melton (PG) Prob Thurs Back - 13 / 04 / 24 5-2 4-3 + - Melton has been out of the lineup with a back injury, and he is projected to return against the Knicks for Game 3 of the Eastern Conference first round.
KJ Martin (PF) Prob Wed Toe - 09 / 04 / 24 7-2 6-3 + - Martin is nursing a left big toe contusion, but it is expected that he will battle the Heat in the Eastern Conference Play-in tournament.
Kyle Lowry (PG) Ques Fri Knee - 08 / 04 / 24 7-2 6-3 + - Lowry sat out the last game with a left knee effusion, and it is unclear if he will be in Friday's lineup versus the Magic.
Kyle Lowry (PG) Out Sun Rest - 07 / 04 / 24 8-2 6-4 + - Lowry will not be active for Sunday's game versus the Spurs as he will receive a day of rest.
Nicolas Batum (SG) Prob Sat Foot - 06 / 04 / 24 9-2 7-4 + - Batum is managing left foot soreness, but it is projected that he will partake in Saturday's showdown with the Grizzlies.
Tobias Harris (SF) Prob Tues Knee - 03 / 04 / 24 10-2 7-5 + - Harris has been absent the previous three games with a hyperextended left knee, but it is expected that he will take the court Tuesday against the Pistons.
Mo Bamba (C) Prob Sun Illness - 02 / 04 / 24 11-2 8-5 + - Bamba has been held out of the last three contests due to illness, but it is projected that he will face the Spurs on Sunday.
Buddy Hield (SG) Prob Wed Ankle - 26 / 03 / 24 14-3 11-6 + - Hield exited the previous contest with an ankle injury, but it is forecasted that he will face the Clippers on Wednesday.
Kelly Oubre Jr. (SF) Ques Wed Shoulder - 25 / 03 / 24 14-3 11-6 + - Oubre was held from the last match dealing with left shoulder soreness, and it is uncertain if he will take on the Clippers in Wednesday's battle.