Wizards vs. Nuggets Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on December 07th, 2024

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Get ready for a high-stakes NBA game as the Wizards and Nuggets face off on December 07th, 2024, in Washington, DC at Capital One Arena. Don't forget to review our top picks and predictions to win with your bets.

Introduction to the Wizards vs. Nuggets betting tip and prediction

The Eastern Conference and Western Conference collide in this NBA matchup on December 07th, 2024, at 18:00. The Wizards enters as 14 point underdogs in the contest. The previous game between these two teams was a pick’em and the Wizards won, 130-110. The over/under for the upcoming game is 231 points.

The 2024-2025 basketball season emphasizes the crucial role of the 3-point shot in the game. Let's explore how different teams are performing from long distance. The Wizards are currently making 31.3% of their 3-pointers, demonstrating their accuracy in long-range shooting. On the other hand, the Nuggets are converting 38.7% of their shots from beyond the 3-point line, underscoring their proficiency in this aspect. The Wizards are attempting 40% of their shots from behind the arc, while the Nuggets are opting for 35% of their field goal attempts from downtown.

Washington Wizards

How are the Wizards playing this season?

The Wizards comes into this game with a 2-18 record, and they are currently 15th in the Eastern Conference standings. The Wizards are 0-10 in their last 10 games.

Did the Wizards win their most recent game?

No, Wizards fell to the Mavericks, 137-101. Kyle Kuzma scored 31 points in the loss.

Best scorer for the Wizards

The leading scorer for the Wizards this season is Jordan Poole, who is averaging 20 points per game. In the last game, he scored 28.75 points in DraftKings and 29.2 fantasy points in FanDuel.

Other Team Leaders for the Wizards

Coming into the December 07th, 2024 contest, Jonas Valanciunas leads the Wizards with 7.6 rebounds per game. In the last match, he made 16.25 points in DraftKings and 15.5 fantasy points in FanDuel. Jordan Poole has a team-high 5 assists per game. He scored 28.75 DraftKings points and 29.2 FanDuel fantasy game points in the last game. The steals leader for the Wizards is Jordan Poole (1.8 steals per game). He has 28.75 DraftKings fantasy points and 29.2 FanDuel fantasy points for the last game. In terms of swatting shots, Alex Sarr is leading the way for the Wizards with 1.9 blocks per game. His DFS production in the last game is as follows: 27 DraftKings fantasy points and 28.6 FanDuel fantasy points per game.

Wizards Team Analysis

The Wizards' point differential this season is -16.9 points per game, which ranks 30th in the NBA. They are averaging 106.7 points per game while allowing 123.6 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Wizards are making 11.2 shots per game, which ranks 28th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Wizards are making 16.7 per game, which ranks 19th in the NBA.

Projected Wizards Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Nuggets, the Wizards' starting lineup consisted of Marvin Bagley III, Kyle Kuzma, Deni Avdija, Jordan Poole and Tyus Jones.

Denver Nuggets

How are the Nuggets playing this season?

The Nuggets head this game with a 11-9 record, and they are currently 8th in the Western Conference standings. The Nuggets are 4-6 in their last 10 games.

Did the Nuggets win their most recent game?

No, Nuggets came up short against the Cavaliers, 126-114. Michael Porter Jr. scored 22 points in the loss.

Best scorer for the Nuggets

The leading scorer for the Nuggets this season is Nikola Jokic, who is averaging 29.9 points per game. Nikola Jokic also leads the team in minutes played per game with 37.68. In the last game, scored 77.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 73.5 FanDuel fantasy points.

Other Team Leaders for the Nuggets

Nikola Jokic is leading the way with 13.4 rebounds per game. In his last game of the season, he scored 77.5 points in DraftKings and 73.5 in FanDuel. Nikola Jokic is dishing out a team-high 10.4 assists per game. He has 77.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 73.5 FanDuel fantasy points scored in the last game. In terms of steals, the Nuggets' leader is Nikola Jokic with 1.8 steals per game. His DFS points in the last match were the following: 77.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 73.5 FanDuel fantasy points. The blocks' leader for the Nuggets is Peyton Watson, who is sending back 0.9 shots per game. He scored 14.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 15.3 FanDuel fantasy points in his last game.

Nuggets Team Analysis

The Nuggets' point differential this season is 1 points per game, which ranks 14th in the NBA. They are averaging 117.8 points per game while allowing 116.8 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Nuggets are making 12 shots per game, which ranks 21st in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Nuggets are making 19.2 per game, which ranks 1st in the NBA.

Projected Nuggets' Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Wizards, the Nuggets' starting five were Nikola Jokic, Aaron Gordon, Michael Porter Jr., Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and Jamal Murray. For the upcoming matchup, Nuggets has the following injuries: Vlatko Cancar is out (knee) and DaRon Holmes II is out (achilles).

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

According to Vegas, it is a toss-up for the Wizards and Nuggets game. Although it is a pick’em, the suggestion is to bet at the Nuggets.

Money Line betting suggestion

Wizards are a 14 money line underdog for the game against the Nuggets, and the suggestion is to pick the Nuggets.

Over/Under betting suggestion

The over/under for the Wizards and Nuggets is 231 points, so the suggestion is to take the under.

Will there be Overtime?

Since the Wizards and Nuggets have combined for just 2 overtime games this season, overtime is not likely for the upcoming contest.