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Utah vs. Denver. NBA Match Prediction
On December 31, in the next NBA match, the Jazz will meet the Nuggets at home. Will the hosts be able to break their three-game losing streak, or will Denver win another away victory? - read our forecast
Command Analysis
Utah Jazz
USACurrent form
The Jazz are among the three outsiders of the Western Conference and are experiencing a serious game crisis. The team has suffered three defeats in a row, losing to Cleveland (113:124), Portland (120:122) and Philadelphia (111:114). The main problem is insufficient teamwork and lack of stability.
Despite the disappointing results, Utah remains in a fighting mood and will try to turn things around in the upcoming match. The team will be counting on the home court factor and the support of the fans to break the losing streak.
Disqualifications and injuries
Taylor Hendrix will not take to the court due to health issues.
Interesting facts for betting
The Jazz have lost their last six home games.
Probable lineup: Williams - Markkanen, Kessler - Sexton, Clarkson.
Denver Nuggets
USACurrent form
The Nuggets are seventh in the Western Conference and are fighting to improve their positions. Despite a strong roster, the team has shown inconsistent results, especially in away games.
In the previous game, Denver rehabilitated itself after two defeats, beating Detroit (134:121). Nikola Jokic, who has gained great form, continues to be the team leader, as confirmed by his almost triple double in the last match. However, in Salt Lake City, the Nuggets will have a difficult match against motivated Utah.
Disqualifications and injuries
Vlatko Cancar and Daron Holmes will not play in the next match due to injuries.
Interesting facts for betting
The Nuggets have won 4 of their last 5 head-to-head games.
Projected lineup: Brown - Porter Jr., Jokic - Murray, Westbrook.
Trends
Bet 1st quarter. Denver win
The Nuggets have won in the first quarter in 3 of their last 5 head-to-head games.
1.69Bet 1st quarter: total over 60 points
In 3 of the last 5 head-to-head games, more than 60 points were scored in the first quarter.
1.70Tip and bets
Despite the away status of the game, Denver looks more confident. However, Utah is extremely motivated to break the losing streak, especially on the home court. We expect the hosts to show a decent level of play and impose a fight. In our opinion, the match will be a tough fight, where both teams will have chances for success. The home arena factor can play an important role for Utah, which is what we hope for.
Our prediction is a Utah victory with a handicap of (+8) points for 1.77
Bet on total
The game promises to be productive. Utah will try to play in an attacking style to please its fans. Denver also prefers an open game, so the total will most likely be broken.
Forecast - total over 237 points for 1.65
Bet on statistics
The hosts are in a difficult situation and they need to take risks. The team has good attacking players, which allows them to count on a productive game and overcoming the individual total.
Prediction - Utah individual total is over 116.5 points for 1.90
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