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Denver Nuggets (14-6) vs. Sacramento Kings (10-7)
The Denver Nuggets are set to face off against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center on Saturday, December 2nd, 2023. This matchup marks the first of four encounters this season between the two teams. The Nuggets are on a hot streak with four consecutive wins, bringing their record to an impressive 14-6. This places them second in the Western Conference, just a game behind the leading Minnesota Timberwolves.
On the other side, the Sacramento Kings are aiming to bounce back from a recent double-digit home loss. Their performance has been a mix of highs and lows, with the team splitting their last six games. Despite the setback in their previous game, the Kings have had a strong run, winning seven out of their last ten games. This places them fifth in the We stern Conference, trailing the Timberwolves by 3.5 games.
The Kings are entering this game as a 3-point favorite. The game also sets an over/under total of 229.5, reflecting expectations of a high-scoring contest.
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The Denver Nuggets are coming of a 119-111 victory over the Phoenix Suns, despite mixed shooting performances. They excelled in overall field goal shooting with a 56.8% success rate, while their three-point shooting was average at 37.5%. However, their free throw shooting was less impressive at 58.3%. Defensively, they held the Suns to 46.4% shooting from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc.
Key contributions came from all five starters, each scoring at least 15 points. Nikola Jokic led the team with 21 points and 16 assists, while Michael Porter Jr. achieved a double-double with 19 points and 10 rebounds. Reggie Jackson, filling in for the injured Jamal Murray, added 20 points. This performance helped the Nuggets cover the spread as a 1.5-point favorite, continuing a tre nd where they have covered in three of their last four games, following a streak of failing to cover in eight consecutive games.
“That's our play style,” Jokic said. “When we make shots like that, it's much easier for us to have a good game. I think we create open looks — it's just a matter of if we're going to make it or not.”
The Denver Nuggets have been showcasing impressive offensive and defensive stats this season. They are averaging 114.2 points per game on a 49.1% shooting efficiency, while their defense is allowing 109.7 points on 46.6% shooting from opponents. Nikola Jokic is a standout player, averaging 29 points and 13.2 rebounds. Michael Porter Jr. is also making significant contributions with an average of 17.6 points and 7.9 rebounds per game. Jamal Murray adds to the team's scoring depth as the third player averaging double-digit points, and Aaron Gordon is a key rebounder, pulling down 7.2 rebounds per game.
From the three-point line, the Nuggets are shooting at a 36.8% rate, while their free-throw shooting stands at 71.1%. Defensively, they are holding opponents to 35.6% shooting from beyond the arc. Additionally, the team is strong in the rebounding department, averaging 44.4 rebounds per game.
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