Denver Nuggets vs. Boston Celtics 1/19/24 – As the NBA season continues to excite fans with its action-packed schedule, one of the most anticipated matchesups this Friday between the Denver Nuggets and Boston Celtics at TD Garden will no doubt be one of its defining moments – sure to provide fans with both tactical basketball and star power action! NBA free daily picks could prove invaluable here.
| When: | Friday, January 19, 2024, at 7:30 PM ET |
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| Where: | TD Garden |
| TV: | ESPN |
| Stream: | NBA League Pass |
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— Denver Nuggets (@nuggets) January 18, 2024
| Team | SP/RL | TOTAL | ML | |
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| Nuggets | +4.5 -111 | o234 -111 | +170 |  |
| Celtics | -4.5 -111 | u234 -111 | -200 | |
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Jamal Murray (PG) vs. Jayson Tatum (SF)
Jamal Murray has been an integral component of Denver’s offensive set-up this season, starting all 27 games while averaging 30.4 minutes and 20.6 points per game while providing playmaking via his 6.4 assists per game and contributing defensive stats of 0.9 steals and 0.7 blocks per game while contributing two turnovers with a 3.2 assist to turnover ratio as potential vulnerabilities that could be exploited.
Jayson Tatum of the Celtics has been nothing short of spectacular during 37 starts for an average 35.9 minutes per game over an impressive 27.1 point scoring average across 37 contests all starts, averaging 8.85 rebounding skills while contributing 4.5 assists, 1 steal, and 0.5 blocks each contest defensively – yet with an assist/turnover ratio of only 1.7 it seems he may fall slightly short when it comes to ball handling skills than Murray.
When these two key players square off on the court, it will be an intriguing contest between Murray’s playmaking and Tatum’s scoring and rebounding skills. Murray will create opportunities while Tatum capitalizes on them; both could potentially change the momentum of their games by shifting momentum in their favor.
Denver’s Dynamic Offense: A Statistical Insight
Denver Nuggets team statistics demonstrate their strength on offense, averaging 116.2 points per game over 41 games while maintaining an efficiency rating of 49.8% field goal percentage and 11.9 out of 31.4 average 3-point attempts made per game. Yet their 75.1% free-throw percentage and 11.9 turnovers per game indicate areas in which Boston Celtics could gain an edge.
Celtics’ Balanced Attack: Numbers Speak Volumes
The Celtics also boast impressive statistics: in 40 games they averaged an impressive 121 points per game – slightly outscoring Denver by 1. Field goal percentage was 47.8% with 16.2 three-pointers made each game! Their free throw percentage stood at 80.7% and slightly higher turnovers (12.3) demonstrated balanced attacking while also leaving room for defensive exploitation.
NBA Betting Odds: TBD, Over/Under: TBD
As yet, betting odds for this game have yet to be set – adding an element of suspense for both bettors and fans alike. Based on both teams’ current form and head-to-head statistics, this matchup promises to be intensely contested.
Trends
Denver Nuggets Betting Trends
Nuggets are 3-2 in their last 5 games.
Denver Nuggets are 2-3 in their last 5 games against the spread
Nuggets are 7-13 in their road games against the spread
The totals have gone OVER in 3 of Nuggets’ last 5 games
The totals have gone OVER in 9 of Nuggets’ 21 last games at home
Boston Celtics Betting Trends
Celtics are 3-2 in their last 5 games.
Boston Celtics are 2-3 in their last 5 games against the spread
Celtics are 8-11 in their road games against the spread
The totals have gone OVER in 3 of Celtics’ last 5 games
The totals have gone OVER in 11 of Celtics’ 19 last games at home
Injuries
Denver Nuggets
Aaron Gordon PF Is probable Friday vs Boston, Shoulder
Vlatko Cancar SF Is out indefinitely, Knee
Julian Strawther SF Is downgraded to OUT Friday vs Boston, Knee
Boston Celtics
Kristaps Porzingis PF Is upgraded to probable Friday vs Denver, Knee
Derrick White PG Is upgraded to probable Friday vs Denver, Ankle
Denver Nuggets vs. Boston Celtics Betting Picks
Given its stats and trends, this matchup appears destined to be an exciting contest with both teams boasting powerful offenses but lacking defensive strength. What will determine its outcome is Murray and Tatum’s performance and ability to influence the game.
Bettors looking for betting picks may wish to favor the Celtics due to their home advantage and slightly superior record. Prop bets on high-scoring players like Tatum might also prove lucrative while an over/under might edge toward being exceeded.
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Score Prediction: Celtics 118, Nuggets 112.
