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The Denver Nuggets (17-10) are third in the Western Conference and are currently on a three-game winning streak. They are coming off a huge win in a high-scoring encounter against the Washington Wizards (141-128).
Nikola Jokic was simply sensational in that game. He scored a massive 43 points in the win, alongside 14 rebounds and eight valuable assists. Aaron Gordon scored 22 points as well. Nah'Shon Hyland came off the bench and contributed 23 points while playing 28 minutes. It was a great team effort, and now the Nuggets are on a 7-3 run in their last ten games. They will now take on the Los Angeles Lakers (11-16), 12th in the West, and faced a defeat against the Boston Celtics (122-118) in overtime.
LeBron James and Anthony Davis tried their best with 33 and 37 points, respectively but it wasn't enough as Jayson Tatum's 44 points and Jaylen Brown's 25 points were enough to seal them a win. The Lakers are already in deep waters as they enter the Christmas period next week.
Denver Nuggets vs Los Angeles Lakers: Match Details
Fixture: Denver Nuggets @ Los Angeles Lakers
Date & Time: Friday, December 16, 10:00 p.m ET
Venue: Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, California
Denver Nuggets vs Los Angeles Lakers: Injury Report
The Nuggets only have to deal with two injuries at the moment. Michael Porter Jr. misses out due to a Heel injury, and Collin Gillespie is out with a leg issue. However, there are five injuries for the Lakers team.
LeBron James is probable for tonight's game due to an ankle issue. Anthony Davis, too is probable for tonight's game because of a back strain. Cole Swider is completely out due to a foot injury, and Wenyen Gabriel is out due to a shoulder injury. Juan Toscano Anderson is not available due to an ankle injury.
Denver Nuggets vs Los Angeles Lakers: Injury List
Denver Nuggets vs Los Angeles Lakers: Betting Odds
Denver Nuggets vs Los Angeles Lakers: Starting 5s
Denver: F Aaron Gordon, F Bruce Brown Jr, C Nikola Jokic, G Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, G Jamal Murray
Los Angeles: F LeBron James, F Lonnie Walker IV, C Anthony Davis, G Patrick Beverley, G Dennis Schroder.
Nuggets vs Lakers: Betting Prediction
The Nuggets have a 4-6 record against the Lakers in their last ten encounters. The two teams have already met twice this season, and Los Angeles has won both meetings. None of the games have crossed the total mark, but the Nuggets will be in the mood to take revenge. However, the Lakers are the home team and will be looking to come back to winning ways to avoid another defeat. Expect a close game.
Final Prediction: Total Under 237.5 (-110)
