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Orlando - Denver. NBA match betting tip
On January 20, Orlando will host an exciting confrontation between the local Magic and Nuggets. The home team is trying to stay in the top 6, but problems with the roster significantly affect their results. The guests, on the contrary, are demonstrating excellent form and are purposefully moving towards the top three in the Western Conference. Orlando will try to put up a decent fight, despite the loss of key players. Will the hosts be able to surprise the favorite, or will Denver continue its winning streak? - find out in our betting tip
Command Analysis
Orlando Magic
USACurrent form
The Florida club started the season quite confidently, but injuries and poor results dropped the team to sixth place in the Eastern Conference. In the last matches, the Magic lost to Milwaukee (93:122) and Boston (94:121). The defense is showing a weak game, and the offensive line is clearly not coping with the load.
On the positive side, Paolo Banchero is back and ready to strengthen the squad, but that may not be enough to stabilise the results. Head coach Jamal Mosley is forced to experiment with the squad as the infirmary is full.
The upcoming match against Denver will be a serious test for Orlando, especially given the current form of the opponent.
Disqualifications and injuries
Goga Bitadze, Gary Harris, Jalen Suggs, Franz Wagner and Moritz Wagner will not play in the next game due to injuries.
Interesting facts for betting
The Magic have won only one of their last five games.
Probable lineup: Danilo - Banchero, Carter - Caldwell-Pope, Anthony.
Denver Nuggets
USACurrent form
The Nuggets are at the peak of their form and are among the top 4 teams in the Western Conference. Michael Malone team has had a series of bright games, and in the last round they confidently beat Miami (133:113).
Jamal Murray and Nikola Jokic remain key players for the team. Their contributions, including 54 points between them last night, are the key to Denver’s successful results. The Nuggets have a deep roster that allows them to maintain a high tempo and control the games. The visit to Orlando looks like another opportunity for Denver to strengthen their position and continue their winning streak.
Disqualifications and injuries
Vlatko Cancar and Daron Holmes will not play in the next match due to health problems.
Interesting facts for betting
The Nuggets have won 4 of their last 5 games.
Projected lineup: Brown - Porter Jr., Jokic - Westbrook, Murray.
Trends
Bet 1st quarter. Denver win
The Nuggets have won in the first quarter in 3 of their last 5 head-to-head games.
1.75Bet 1st quarter: total under 56 points
In 1 of the last 5 head-to-head games, more than 56 points were scored in the first quarter.
1.90Tip and bets
Orlando will build around Paolo Banchero and Cole Anthony, but their roster issues will limit their options. Head coach Jamal Mosley will have to find creative solutions to counter a powerful Denver Nugget.
On the other hand, the Nuggets are showing stability and confidence. They are in great shape, which is confirmed by the latest results. Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray are in action, which means that the visitors have a clear advantage. We expect Denver to confirm their status as favorites and win confidently.
Our prediction is Denver victory with a handicap of (-4.5) points for 1.82
Bet on total
Denver is currently showing high efficiency. In the previous match, Jamal Murray and Nikola Jokic scored 54 points between them. Orlando, on the contrary, is forced to slow down due to limitations in the roster. We assume that the game will be under the control of the guests, but the total will not be beaten.
Betting Tip - total under 223.5 points for 1.73
Bet on statistics
Considering the form of the leaders Nuggets and the weak defense of Orlando, we can expect a productive performance from the guests. Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray are in great shape and are capable of dominating on the court. In our opinion, Denver will realize its attacking capabilities and break the individual total.
Prediction - Denver individual total over 112.5 points for 1.80
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