Denver Nuggets vs Phoenix Suns Odds & Predictions – 03/07/2025

Denver Nuggets (40-22) will play host to the Phoenix Suns (29-33) on Friday, 7th March. The Nuggets currently stand at 3rd place, while the Suns stand at 11th place in the Western Conference. Know more about the odds, moneyline, picks and predictions for this Nuggets vs Suns inter conference matchup here.

Where to Watch Denver Nuggets vs Phoenix Suns

When and where can you catch this exciting NBA game? Here is information about the list of broadcasters.

Date: 03/07/2025
Time (In ET): 10:00 PM
Location: Ball Arena (Denver, Colorado)
Where to watch: The match is available via the NBA League Pass app.

Denver Nuggets vs Phoenix Suns Preview

Denver Nuggets

Denver Nuggets are coming off a 116-110 win over the Sacramento Kings. Russell Westbrook led the scoring charts with 25 points, 5 rebounds and he was highly effective on the defensive end as well with 2 steals & blocks. Jamal Murray (24 points, 8 rebounds) came out on top in the final five minutes of the 4th quarter to take the Nuggets into the lead. Nikola Jokic recorded yet another double-double (22 points, 15 rebounds). Jokic and Aaron Gordon are listed as game time decisions for today’s game. The Nuggets are averaging 122.5 ppg in their last six home games and conceded 112.7 ppg.

Denver Nuggets Probable Starting Lineup – Russell Westbrook, Jamal Murray, Christian Braun, Michael Porter Jr, Nikola Jokic

Phoenix Suns

Phoenix Suns are in a bit of a slump at the moment losing four of their last five games and their only win coming against the Chicago Bulls 117-121. In their previous outing against the Memphis Grizzlies the Suns lost by three points 151-148. Devin Booker top scored with 28 points, 10 assists. Kevin Durant (26 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assist), Bradley Beal (24 points, 5 rebounds and 11 assists), Bol Bol (23 points, 8 rebounds). Four of the five starters scored 23 or more points and to add up to that Grayson Alen scored 21 points, despite their offensive effort the Suns are lacking on the defensive end where they are allowing 123.2 ppg in their last five.

Phoenix Suns Probable Starting Lineup – Tyus Jones, Devin Booker, Royce’O Neale, Kevin Durant and Nick Richards.

Denver Nuggets vs Phoenix Suns Over/Under Predictions

Total Match Points Over 238.5 @ -110 (BetMGM)

The average total match points in the last three games played between the Suns and Nuggets is 215. But this game is expected to see a lot more points as both teams have been in good shooting averaging over 120 in their last five home and away games respectively. We project the total match points to be over 238.

Denver Nuggets vs Phoenix Suns Player Picks

Nikola Jokc Total Rebounds Over 12.5 @ -145 (BetMGM)

The Joker and one of the top MVP contenders this season, Nikola Jokic is averaging 12.8 rebounds per game this season. Jokic has collected over 12 rebounds in six of the last seven games. Against the Suns, Jokic is averaging 13 rebounds per game in the last two outings. Given his high activeness near the rim, we back Jokic’s total rebound to be over 12.5.

Denver Nuggets vs Phoenix Suns Match Prediction

This is the fourth meeting between the Nuggets and Suns this season, and the Nuggets have won two of the three previous games. The Nuggets have also won five of their last six home games, while the Suns have had opposite results, winning only one of their last five away games. With their current form and momentum, the Nuggets enter this contest as the favorites to win.

Our Prediction – We back the Denver Nuggets to Win the game and predict the total match points Over 238.5.

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