The Denver Nuggets (51-23) welcome the Cleveland Cavaliers (45-29) to Ball Arena Sunday. Tip is set for 3:30 p.m. ET (NBA TV). Let’s analyze'FanDuel Sportsbook’s'lines around the Cavaliers vs. Nuggets odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.
Season series: Cavaliers lead 1-0 after 129-109 home win on Nov. 19
The Nuggets lost to the Minnesota Timberwolves 111-98 Friday, failing to cover as a 3-point home favorite. Denver has lost 2 straight games, both at home, following a 4-game win streak. The Nuggets are just 2-5 against the spread (ATS) over their last 7 and 33-40-1 ATS on the season. They are led by C Nikola Jokic, who is averaging 26.1 points, 12.2 rebounds and 8.9 assists per game.
The Cavaliers beat the Philadelphia 76ers 117-114 Friday, failing to cover as a 6.5-point home favorite. They have won 2 of their last 6 games and are 1-5 ATS over that span; 35-39 ATS on the season. It is led by G Donovan Mitchell, who is averaging 27.1 points per game.