The Golden State Warriors have already won West Group C of the 2024 Emirates NBA Cup. The Denver Nuggets are technically not eliminated, but with the Dallas Mavericks having a +41 point differential Denver is essentially eliminated.

They play on TNT tonight, and it is a battle of the two teams that have won a championship on behalf of the Western Conference this decade. Hopefully it is a competitive battle between two of the best Head Coaches of this century.

 

 

 

Golden State Warriors: Touch Of Grey

The Golden State Warriors have stated that the NBA Cup is something important to them, particularly the players with a Touch of Grey. There isn’t much they have not accomplished but winning an NBA Cup before they retire would be a cherry on top of the accomplishments.

There veterans are listed as day-to-day, and there is a real probability they do not play, or play with restricted minutes. Keep an eye on the under for Stephen Curry and Draymond Green’s proposition bets.

 

 

 

Denver Nuggets: Every Now & Then

The Denver Nuggets win Every Now and Then but have yet to put up consistency. They also have issues covering the spread this season. They have yet to put together a great win streak this season and have won only five of their last ten games.

The altitude is something opposing teams must deal with at Ball Arena, but the Nuggets are just one game above .500 at home. Perhaps they need more Earth, Wind, and Fire to bring back elementary fundamentals. They need to start and close out games better and have an opportunity to do so tonight.

 

 

 

Golden State Warriors Starting Lineup

Denver Nuggets Starting Lineup

 

 

 

Warriors vs Nuggets Predictions & Picks Today: Tuesday 12/3

The spread is currently five points in favor of the Denver Nuggets. 68% of the money is on the Nuggets to win, but the spread has 52% in favor of the Warriors.

It is difficult to know which team will perform well, especially with Curry listed as questionable. For that reason, we put a bet on the reigning MVP.

 

 

 

Warriors vs. Nuggets Prediction: SGP - Nikola Jokic 25+ P, 12+ R, 10+ A (+192 on DraftKings)

This bet is all about the leading candidate for MVP, Nikola Jokic. He is a thrill to watch, and he makes everything look so effortless. He has two triple-doubles in two of his last five games and is playing the best basketball of his life.

The Nuggets need a win regardless of the NBA Cup, they are currently ninth in the Western Conference. Nikola Jokic is playing with his first All-Star teammate, and most would say Russell Westbrook is well past his prime. 

However, they play well together, and it is allowing Jokic to open up his passes. He is averaging 10.7 assists per game, which is amazing for any position, much less the center. His triple-double average is currently 29.6 points, 13.2 rebounds, and 10.7 assists. This bet just needs Jokic to be average in order to be successful. Root for the MVP tonight on TNT.

DraftKings has a boost for a three-fold, same game parlay, with at least -500 per fold. This bet meets the requirements and is boosted to +288 if utilized. There is a $20 max on the boosted bet, but a full unit is recommended for this bet, even if you have to bet it again after the boost.

 

 

 

Bet Smart, Be Lucky -Iggy-