Nuggets-Trail Blazers NBA odds, spread, over/under and props

The first meeting of the season between the Trail Blazers and Nuggets in Portland went to the home team. The two Western Conference foes meet again Thursday night at the Moda Center. Denver is the higher seed but is one game behind the Blazers. Damian Lillard returned from injury for the most recent game Sunday.

Denver won the first meeting this season, 135-110, in October. The Blazers have their best offensive weapon back and are looking to win their third game in a row. Denver has dropped its last two games on the road. Portland hasn't been especially stout defending its home court, but it has been one of the best teams against the spread this year.

Nuggets and Trail Blazers combined for 245 points in the first meeting. Both teams are known for their excellent three-point shooting. The total in that game was 227.5. The over/under bet is $110.

Anfernee Simons has been on an offensive tear with and without Lillard in the lineup. He scored 22 last game with Lard back and 45 in previous game prior. In the first game against the Nuggets he scored 29 on seven made threes.