Nuggets vs Magic Predictions: Nuggets Get the Win
The Nuggets will welcome the Magic at the Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado in an inter-conference clash on Saturday. Our basketball betting expert, Agbeniga Ayobami, presents her top Nuggets vs Magic predictions.
Nuggets vs Magic Predictions & Tips
- Nuggets Moneyline
- Total Over 220.5
- Nuggets Over 120.5
- Magic Over 100.5
- 1st Quarter: Over 60.5
- Nikola Jokic Over 40.5 Points, Rebounds, and Assists
- 1st Quarter: Nuggets Moneyline
The Nuggets Win in Front of Home Fans
So far, the Nuggets are one of the best teams in the NBA in their attempt to retain the title. They boast a 23-11 record this season, scoring 115.3 points per game. They dominate with 44.6 rebounds and 29.7 assists, ranking 2nd in the NBA.
As they are strong on the defensive end, the Nuggets rank 3rd, allowing just 110.3 points per game. Their aggressive style results in 12.5 turnovers per game, yet their opponents manage to shoot 46.0% from the field, ranking 6th in the NBA. We’ll start by backing Denver in our Nuggets vs Magic predictions.
Bet 1: Nuggets Moneyline @ 1xBet
Expect a High-Scoring Match
Denver excels offensively, boasting a 49.0% field goal percentage, ranking them 4th in the league. With their impressive attack, they have racked up 3,919 points at a rate of 115.3 per game, coupled with 44.6 rebounds.
The Magic, though not as prolific, still averaged a respectable 112.8 points. With both teams showcasing strong offensive capabilities, choosing the ‘over’ odds appears to be a favourable option for bettors.
Bet 2: Total Over 220.5 @ 1xBet
Jokić to Show Class
Denver Nuggets’ standout Nikola Jokić accomplished a rare feat last week. He matched Wilt Chamberlain as the only NBA player to have multiple 100% field goal triple-doubles. His remarkable 116 regular-season triple-doubles place him 4th all-time.
Looking at the stats, Jokić boasts impressive averages of 26.1 points, 12.3 rebounds, and 9.2 assists per game this season.
Bet 3: Nikola Jokić Over 40.5 Points, Rebounds, and Assists @ 1xBet
An Interesting Start for the Nuggets
The Nuggets have consistently asserted dominance over the Magic, typically establishing control right from the opening quarter. Consequently, they are considered the favourites to emerge as the winners of the first quarter in the upcoming game.
Over the last four head-to-head matchups, the Nuggets have triumphed in the initial quarter twice, limiting the Magic to only one victory.
Bet 4: 1st Quarter: Nuggets Moneyline @ 1xBet
