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The Toronto Raptors will head to the Ball Arena for a matchup against the Denver Nuggets on Saturday, March 12. In the only encounter between the two teams this season, the Nuggets were able to edge out a one-point win. Nikola Jokic starred in the game as he scored 28 points and grabbed 15 rebounds to help the Nuggets get past the finish line with a 110-109 win.
The Raptors come into this game on the back of an impressive win over the red-hot Phoenix Suns. Gary Trent Jr. led the scorers with 42 points on 61.9% shooting from the field.
Pascal Siakam also added 25 points for the Raptors as they got the better of the Western Conference leaders. Cameron Payne and Devin Booker recorded 24 and 22 points respectively, but their efforts were not enough to prevent a 117-112 loss for the Suns.
The Nuggets and the Golden State Warriors played out an intense game at the Ball Arena. This time, however, the Dubs were the side that prevailed, courtesy of Steph Curry's staggering 34 point performance. Jordan Poole and Klay Thompson combined to score 39 points to lead the way for the Dubs as they got to a 113-102 win.
Match Details
Fixture: Toronto Raptors vs Denver Nuggets | NBA Season 2021-22
Date & Time: Saturday, March 12, 10: 00 PM ET [Sunday, March 13, 7:30 AM IST]
Venue: Ball Arena, Denver, CO
Toronto Raptors Preview
The Toronto Raptors have had a sensational season so far. They are ranked seventh in the East with a 36-30 record. Despite the injuries and lack of a big superstar, the team has played brilliant basketball and would like to continue the same in the games to come.
Fred VanVleet has been brilliant in leading the team. He has himself put up great numbers and has also filled the shoes of Kyle Lowry. Youngsters Gary Trent Jr. and Scottie Barnes have also elevated their games as the season has progressed. With a lot of talent on the roster, the Raptors would definitely cause some problems for the other teams in the playoffs.
Going into this game, they will be high on confidence as they got the better of the Phoenix Suns, who are one of the best teams in the league. However, the Nuggets will bring in a different challenge and if they are to get the better of them at the Ball Arena, the Raptors youngsters will have to find a way to stop reigning MVP Nikola Jokic.
Toronto Raptors Predicted Lineup
G - Fred VanVleet, G - Gary Trent Jr., F - Scottie Barnes, F - Pascal Siakam, C - Precious Achiuwa
Denver Nuggets Preview
The Denver Nuggets have been one of the most resilient teams in the league. They have shown a lot of character to overcome the odds, despite not having the likes of Jamal Murray and Michael Porter Jr. this season. The Nuggets are placed sixth in the West with a 40-27 record.
Nikola Jokic has been sensational and has once again taken the lead in the MVP ladder. His brilliance has propelled the Nuggets to the position where they are now. However, if they are to continue performing at this level, Jokic will have to keep delivering big performances. The former MVP has a strong support cast with players like Monte Morris, Austin Rivers and DeMarcus Cousins. He certainly trusts his teammates and if they continue to put up performances like they have so far, the Nuggets will be a team to watch out for in the playoffs.
Heading into the game on Saturday, the Nuggets will be hoping to get back to winning ways. The defeat against the Warriors was a big disappointment and they will be looking for a strong turnaround by putting on a stellar performance at home.
Denver Nuggets Predicted Lineup
G - Monte Morris, G - Austin Rivers, F - Aaron Gordon, F - Jeff Green, C - Nikola Jokic
Toronto Raptors vs Denver Nuggets Betting Odds and Spreads - March 12, 2022
The Denver Nuggets are favoured in this game because of their stellar performances this season. They have won 4 out of their last 5 games and seem set to make noise in the playoffs. With Nikola Jokic playing the way he has, the oddsmakers have given the Nuggets the higher odds to win as compared to the Raptors.
Odds sourced from BetMGM
Toronto Raptors vs Denver Nuggets Betting Tips
Toronto Raptors Betting Tips
- Gary Trent Jr. has averaged 26 PPG in the last 3 games
- The Raptors have a 13-11 record against Western Conference teams this season
- The raptors will be missing the services of Yuta Watanabe and OG Anunoby.
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Denver Nuggets Betting Tips
- Nikola Jokic is averaging 32.2 PPG, 14.6 RPG and 8.8 APG in his last 5 appearances.
- The Nuggets have a 15-8 record against Eastern Conference teams this season.
- The Nuggets have a 38-22 record when Nikola Jokic plays this season
Click here to bet on Nikola Jokic securing a triple-double against the Raptors on BetMGM
Raptors vs Nuggets Match Prediction
The Raptors and the Nuggets games is going to be a thrilling game as both sides have brilliant rosters. However, considering the form Jokic is in, the Nuggets will fancy their chances of coming out of the game as winners.
- The Denver Nuggets have won 3 out of the last 5 games between the two sides
- The Nuggets are ranked eleventh in terms of defensive rating with a 110.3, while the Raptors are fourteenth with a 110.6 rating.
- The Nuggets are ranked thirteenth in points scored with 111 PPG, while the Raptors are ranked nineteenth with 108.5 PPG.
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Where to watch the Raptors vs Nuggets game?
All games will be available to stream live on the official NBA app. This game between the Raptors and the Nuggets will locally be televised on TSN Network and Altitude Sports.
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