The Utah Jazz will play against the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena. The game is set for Friday, March 28, 2025, at 9:00 PM. The Jazz have a record of 16-58, while the Nuggets stand at 46-28.
In recent games, the Jazz have struggled. They lost to the Houston Rockets by 11 points, scoring 110. Before that, they faced a 37-point loss to the Memphis Grizzlies and a 29-point loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers.
The Nuggets have shown strong performances recently. They won against the Milwaukee Bucks by 10 points, scoring 127. They also secured a win over the Houston Rockets by 5 points, although they lost to the Chicago Bulls by 10 points.
Nuggets Preview
The Denver Nuggets have shown strong offensive skills this season. They score an average of 120.8 points per game, ranking third in the league. Their field goal percentage is 50.6%, which is the best in the league. They also lead in assists per game with 31.0, highlighting their teamwork on the court.
Nikola Jokić stands out as a key player for the Nuggets. He averages 29.3 points, 12.8 rebounds, and 10.3 assists per game. His field goal percentage is 57.6%, and he makes 1.9 three-pointers per game. Jokić’s performance places him among the top players in the league.
Jamal Murray also contributes significantly to the team. He averages 21.6 points and 6.0 assists per game. His field goal percentage is 47.6%, and he makes 2.4 three-pointers per game. Murray’s skills help the Nuggets maintain their strong offensive presence.
Defensively, the Nuggets allow 117.0 points per game, ranking 25th in the league. They manage 8.1 steals and 4.8 blocks per game. While their defense has room for improvement, their offensive strengths keep them competitive.
Jazz Preview
The Utah Jazz have struggled in their recent games at home. They lost to the Houston Rockets by 11 points, scoring 110. Their field goal percentage was 54.4% in that game. Key players included Kyle Filipowski with 16 points and Keyonte George with 17 points.
In another home game against the Memphis Grizzlies, the Jazz lost by 37 points. They scored 103 points with a field goal percentage of 43.6%. Collin Sexton scored 15 points, and Isaiah Collier added 21 points.
The Jazz also faced the Cleveland Cavaliers at home, losing by 29 points. They scored 91 points with a field goal percentage of 36.0%. Kyle Filipowski contributed 18 points and 13 rebounds, while Walker Kessler had 13 rebounds.
For the season, the Jazz average 111.8 points per game, ranking 21st. They allow 120.1 points per game, ranking 29th. Collin Sexton leads the team with 18.1 points per game, and Walker Kessler averages 12.2 rebounds per game. Keyonte George adds 16.6 points and 5.8 assists per game.
Statistical Breakdown for Nuggets vs Jazz
The Denver Nuggets and Utah Jazz have different strengths and weaknesses. The Nuggets excel in offense, ranking third in points per game and first in field goal percentage. Their teamwork is evident with the most assists per game. The Jazz struggle defensively, allowing the second-most points per game. They do lead in steals, which could help disrupt the Nuggets’ offense. The Nuggets’ defense also allows many points, which might give the Jazz a chance to score more.
- Denver Nuggets Points Per Game: 120.8 (3rd)
- Denver Nuggets Field Goal Percentage: 50.6% (1st)
- Denver Nuggets Assists Per Game: 31.0 (1st)
- Denver Nuggets Points Per Game Allowed: 117.0 (25th)
- Utah Jazz Points Per Game: 111.8 (21st)
- Utah Jazz Points Per Game Allowed: 120.1 (29th)
- Utah Jazz Steals Per Game: 6.5 (1st)
Betting Insights
The Utah Jazz and Denver Nuggets are set for an exciting game, with both teams showing interesting betting trends. The Jazz have a balanced ATS record, while the Nuggets have struggled slightly more. Both teams have been hitting the over more often than not. Here are the top betting insights for this game:
- The Jazz have a road ATS record of 15-10-0, showing better performance away from home.
- The Nuggets have a favored ATS record of 19-23-1, indicating challenges when expected to win.
- The Jazz are on a 2-game over streak, with their games averaging a combined score of 231.91.
- The Nuggets have a 5-game over streak, with their games averaging a combined score of 237.77.
- The Jazz have an underdog ATS record of 25-23-0, performing well when not favored.
Free Betting Prediction for Nuggets vs Jazz
The Denver Nuggets have a strong offense, ranking third in points per game. Nikola Jokić and Jamal Murray lead the team with their scoring and playmaking abilities. The Nuggets’ teamwork is evident with their league-leading assists per game. Their defense, however, allows many points, which could be a concern.
The Utah Jazz have struggled in recent games, especially at home. They allow the second-most points per game, which might be an issue against the Nuggets’ high-scoring offense. The Jazz do have a strong steals record, which could help disrupt the Nuggets’ plays. Key players like Collin Sexton and Keyonte George will need to step up for the Jazz to keep up.
Given the Nuggets’ offensive strengths and the Jazz’s defensive struggles, the Nuggets are likely to score many points. The Jazz might find it hard to keep up, especially with their recent form. The betting odds favor the Nuggets, and they are expected to win this game.
- Our Free Prediction: Nuggets -17.5
