New Orleans Pelicans vs Denver Nuggets Prediction – 2/5/2025

On February 5, 2025, the New Orleans Pelicans will face off against the Denver Nuggets at 9:00 PM ET at Ball Arena. The Nuggets, sitting at 31-19, are heavily favored in this matchup, currently holding a spread of -10.5. The Pelicans, struggling at 12-38, are looking to turn their fortunes around after losing six consecutive games.

Recent history favors the Nuggets, who have won three games in a row, including a convincing 125-113 victory over the Pelicans in their last encounter. The odds reflect this trend, with the Nuggets boasting an implied win probability of 80%, while the Pelicans sit at just 20%.

For those interested in player prop markets, Nikola Jokic's Points and Rebounds have emerged as a popular betting option. The prop total opened at 40.5 and has seen movement to 41.5, indicating sharp bettors are leaning towards the Over. Jokic's ability to impact the game on both ends of the floor makes him a focal point for bettors and fans alike.

With the Nuggets riding high and the Pelicans in a tailspin, this matchup shapes up to be a crucial one for New Orleans as they seek to halt their losing streak. Meanwhile, Denver will look to maintain their momentum and solidify their playoff positioning. As the odds suggest, it will take a monumental effort from the Pelicans to upset a Nuggets team that is clicking on all cylinders.

New Orleans Pelicans vs Denver Nuggets Prediction

Predicted Final Score: New Orleans Pelicans 117.88 vs Denver Nuggets 127.09

New Orleans Pelicans vs Denver Nuggets Win Probabilities

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