First to 15 Bets: Nuggets, Kings Should Start Hot at Home

The first team to score 15 points in the Race to 15 Points cashes the bet. The Friday slate of games is packed with nine games. Both of the teams we're targeting are playing at home.

Denver Nuggets have been the best team in the NBA when it comes to jumping out to fast starts all season. In 15 home games, they've cashed this bet 12 times. Miami Heat are also a good team, but there's a notable drop off between how well they play in first quarter when they are at home and on the road.

The Kings have the second-best win percentage in the Race to 15 standings. They have been on a six-game homestand. The Jazz are on the final game of a three- game road trip. They are 9-11 on road. I'll take the Kings with their uptempo playing style to prevail at home.