Nuggets vs Thunder Prediction and NBA Tips - 17 December 2023
Last updated: Dec 17, 2023, 2:10AM | Published: Dec 15, 2023, 10:26PM
The Denver Nuggets will play the Oklahoma City Thunder in NBA action at Ball Arena on Sunday, starting at 1:00pm AEDT.
With star players Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray and Michael Porter, the Nuggets are aiming to beat a Thunder line-up that includes Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams.
Stats Insider's free betting tips for the Nuggets vs Thunder game, as well as the latest betting odds and player props, are detailed in this article.
Who Will Win: Nuggets vs Thunder
Using state-of-the-art computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Sunday's Denver-Oklahoma City NBA match-up 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model currently gives the Nuggets a 65% chance of beating the Thunder at Ball Arena.
More: Nuggets vs Thunder Simulated 10K Times
Nuggets vs Thunder: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Sunday's NBA game at Ball Arena are listed below:
- Head to Head: Nuggets $1.50, Thunder $2.94
- Line: Nuggets -5 ($1.89), Thunder +5 ($2.06)
- Total (Over/Under 237.5 Points): Over $1.96, Under $2.02
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, Betfair currently has the Nuggets at $1.50 and the Thunder at $2.94.
The Nuggets are 5-point favourites against the Thunder, with odds of $1.89 currently available at Betfair.
For the underdog Thunder (+5) to cover the line, Betfair currently has odds of $2.06.
The Over/Under for total points scored has been set at 237.5 with Betfair, which currently has odds for the Over at $1.96 and odds for the Under at $2.02.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Thunder (+5) have a 52% chance of covering the line, while the Over/Under total of 237.5 points has a 52% chance of staying Under.
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Nuggets vs Thunder: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Oklahoma City at $2.94 with Betfair (1.0% edge)
- Line: Thunder +5 at $2.06 with Betfair (52% probability)
- Total Points: Under 237.5 at $2.02 with Betfair (52% probability)
Today's Nuggets vs Thunder best bets are based on market-leading simulations and betting intelligence to bring you the best possible advice around the clock.
While the Nuggets have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Thunder to win is our preferred option due to the 1.0% edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Taking advantage of the edges seen on Stats Insider is crucial to being profitable in the long run.
Nuggets vs Thunder: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Nuggets vs Thunder at Ball Arena this Sunday has the Nuggets winning 120-116.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
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Stats Insider has full betting coverage of Denver vs Oklahoma City on Sunday, including pre-game predictions, the best betting tips, and live win probabilities.
Nuggets vs Thunder: Player Props
Player props are a popular way to bet on Nuggets vs Thunder without necessarily betting on the outcome of the game itself.
Stats Insider has crunched the numbers to project individual points, assists and rebounds for each team.
Nikola Jokic is expected to lead the Nuggets with 27 points, 14 rebounds and 10 assists, while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is projected to finish with 34 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists for the Thunder.
Nuggets Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nikola Jokic | 27 | 14 | 10 |
| Jamal Murray | 20 | 4 | 6 |
| Michael Porter | 15 | 8 | 1 |
| Aaron Gordon | 13 | 6 | 3 |
| Reggie Jackson | 10 | 2 | 4 |
Thunder Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shai Gilgeous-Alexander | 34 | 5 | 7 |
| Chet Holmgren | 18 | 8 | 3 |
| Jalen Williams | 18 | 5 | 4 |
| Josh Giddey | 13 | 6 | 5 |
| Luguentz Dort | 11 | 4 | 1 |
Remember, our model updates regularly, so keep checking this page for the latest betting predictions before the Denver vs Oklahoma City match-up at Ball Arena.
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Nuggets vs Thunder: Preview
The NBA game between the Nuggets and Thunder at Ball Arena is scheduled to begin at 1:00pm AEDT on Sunday.
- Teams: Denver Nuggets vs Oklahoma City Thunder
- Date: Sunday 17 December 2023
- Time: 1:00pm AEDT
- Venue: Ball Arena
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT) unless otherwise noted.
Our Denver vs Oklahoma City predictions have been made thanks to 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of expert data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the knowledge you need to make informed decisions with confidence.
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