Denver Nuggets vs Miami Heat Betting Pick & Preview – 1/17/2025

• Date: January 17, 2025
• Venue: Kaseya Center

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Denver Nuggets vs Miami Heat Win Probabilities

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Denver Nuggets vs Miami Heat Betting Preview

The Denver Nuggets (24-16) face off against the Miami Heat (20-19) on Friday night at 8:00 PM ET, with the game taking place at the Kaseya Center in Miami. This matchup comes with significant implications for both teams, particularly as Denver has been on a strong run, winning four consecutive road games. However, the Nuggets will be at a disadvantage, having traveled cross-country and across two time zones, which could impact their performance.

Miami enters this game as a slight favorite, with the current spread set at Heat -2.0. The moneyline reflects this sentiment, showing the Heat at -120 while the Nuggets sit at +100. According to the odds, the Nuggets hold an implied win probability of 48%, while the Heat are slightly favored at 52%.

Both teams are looking to bounce back after recent losses, with the Nuggets falling to the Houston Rockets 128-108 and the Heat losing to the Los Angeles Lakers 117-108 in their last outings. Miami has shown promise at home, winning 7 of their last 10 games at the Kaseya Center, while Denver's recent road success adds an intriguing dynamic to this contest.

As the Nuggets look to overcome the challenges of a long road trip, they will need to rely on their recent form to secure a victory against a Heat team that has been solid at home. This matchup promises to be a competitive clash, with both teams eager to improve their standings as the season progresses.

Denver Nuggets vs Miami Heat Prediction

Final Score: Denver Nuggets 115.73 vs Miami Heat 116.91

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