The Los Angeles Clippers (21-18) battle the Denver Nuggets (24-13) in the Mile High City Thursday. Tip from Ball Arena is set for 10 p.m. ET.'Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Clippers vs. Nuggets odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.
The Nuggets lost to the Minnesota Timberwolves 124-111 Tuesday, failing to cover as 4.5-point road favorites. Denver is 18-19 against the spread (ATS) this season. It is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 and is 14-3 straight up at home. Denver’s strength is in its offensive efficiency, ranking 2nd in FG percentage (50.8%) and 1st in 3-point FG percentage (39.8%).
The Clippers lost to the Miami Heat 110-100 Tuesday, failing to cover as a 1-point home underdog. LA is 0-2 ATS in its last 2, but still 5-3 ATS in its last 8. The Clippers’ strength is in its defensive efficiency, ranking 5th in opponents’ FG percentage (45.7%) and 3rd in opponents’ 3-point FG percentage (34%).
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