What a showdown we have coming up on Tuesday 3 Nov, 1:10 pm AEDT! The Portland Trail Blazers roll into Denver sitting third on the ladder with a 4-1 record, while the Denver Nuggets enter at 3-2 in eighth spot. For punters tracking our regular nba tips, the stats in this clash jump off the page immediately.
Who Will Win? Denver vs Portland Direct Edge
Looking at the season figures, Portland has hit the ground running with an offensive rating of 119.9 and a defensive rating of 108.5, producing an impressive net rating of +11.4. They are putting up 120.6 points per game while giving up just 109.2. Deni Avdija is setting the pace with 23.0 points per game, backed up by Damian Lillard at 19.2 points per game and Ja Morant at 15.8 points per game.
Denver brings plenty of firepower of their own, led by Jamal Murray averaging 25.8 points per game, alongside Nikola Jokić contributing 21.2 points, 9.8 rebounds, and 9.2 assists per game. Christian Braun is also chipping in with 15.4 points per game. However, the numbers say Denver is allowing 115.2 points per game while scoring 114.0, leaving them with a net rating of -1.2. Denver starts as head-to-head favourites at 1.55, while Portland offers value as underdogs at 2.45. Given Portland's strong start and +11.4 net rating, the Blazers rate a real chance here.
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Head-to-head context
Season and last-five scoring — context for the match-winner market.
Leading scorers
Season points per game.
Denver Nuggets
| Player | Pts |
|---|---|
| Jamal MurrayPG | 26.2 |
| Nikola JokićC | 23.5 |
| Christian BraunSG | 12.4 |
Portland Trail Blazers
| Player | Pts |
|---|---|
| Deni AvdijaSF | 23.0 |
| Damian LillardPG | 19.8 |
| Ja MorantPG | 15.8 |
Line Analysis: Spread Edge
The line is set with Denver at -4.5 points laying the start, while Portland gets a +4.5 head start. Portland boasts a net rating of 11.4 and a +11.4 margin per game across their 4-1 opening run. On the flip side, Denver carries a -1.2 margin per game.
Getting +4.5 points with a Trail Blazers squad scoring 120.6 points per game gets a big tick.
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Line context
Season average margin, set against this match's line. The marker is the margin that covers.
Total Points: Pace Points To Over
The game total is set at 221.5 points. Portland plays at a fast pace of 100.6 possessions per game, averaging 120.6 points scored and 109.2 conceded (229.8 combined points per game). Denver operates at a 97.4 pace, averaging 114.0 points for and 115.2 against (229.2 combined points per game).
Both teams' scoring averages comfortably clear the 221.5 line, making the Over a compelling angle.
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Total points
Hit rate vs 221.5
Season points per game. Marker is the live total of 221.5.
Combined pace 97.8 possessions per game.
Same Game Multi Options
Looking for popular multi combos on the matchup? Multi options on the board include Blazers to win & D. Avdija to get a double double priced at 4.33, or Nikola Jokic to get 20+ points, Jamal Murray to get 20+ points, D. Avdija to get 20+ points & D. Lillard to get 20+ points priced at 4.20.