The Denver Nuggets (33-14) visit the New Orleans Pelicans (26-21) on Tuesday at Smoothie King Center. Tip-off is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Nuggets vs. Pelicans odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.
The Nuggets lost 101-99 to the Oklahoma City Thunder Sunday but failed to cover as 3-point favorites at home. Denver had won 9 straight games before the loss, although C Nikola Jokic continues to be sidelined due to an injury.
The Pelicans suffered a 100-96 loss to the Miami Heat on Sunday despite covering as 7-point underdogs on the road. New Orleans is currently on a 4-game losing skid.
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