Denver Nuggets Winning Streak and OKC Thunder Slump: The Denver Nuggets are riding a five-game winning streak and a seven-game winning streak out of nine against the OKC Thunder, who have suffered losses in their last two games. This is the final matchup of the season and the Nuggets hot offense will be matched up against the Thunder’s struggling defense.
Can the Denver Nuggets steal the series? Despite being down 2-1 in the season series, the Nuggets may have their spirits high as the previous two wins belonged to teams playing on the road. In their first meeting, the Denver Nuggets outscored their opponents 128-95, highlighting the possibility of another blowout.
INJURY CLOUD: There is uncertainty about injuries to key players. Denver’s Nikola Jokic is “questionable” with a sore back, while OKC’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is out with an illness. Thunder rookies Chet Holmgren and Lou Dort are also out with injuries.
STARTING LINEUP CHANGES: With Jokic and Gilgeous-Alexander likely out, DeAndre Jordan and Isaiah Joe could join the Thunder’s starting five. For Denver, Aaron Gordon, Michael Porter Jr, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and Jamal Murray are expected to start.
KEY PLAYERS AND BETTING TIP: Keep an eye on Denver’s Jamal Murray, who just scored 35 points. for OKC, Josh Giddy could shine if Gilgeous Alexander is out. Wait for the final injury report before betting.
PREDICTION The Thunder opened as 115-point favorites, with Denver allowing 105 points. However, Gilgeous Alexander’s health could sway the odds. If he misses time, consider Denver’s current form.
A thrilling finish? With starters likely to miss time due to injury and two teams with opposite momentum, this matchup promises to be a showdown.
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