Golden State Warriors (12-7) vs. Denver Nuggets (10-8)
Golden State Warriors vs. Denver Nuggets December 3 2024 – The Golden State Warriors with a winning record of 12-7 are all primed to take on the Denver Nuggets who stand at 10-8 in what promises to be an exciting contest which will showcase the best of both the teams and their vulnerabilities too. There has been such progress in the NBA that as teams continue to play, every game matters in the hunt for going deep in the playoffs, and this battle is the same. The event takes center stage at the Ball Arena, with TNT broadcasting the game for the viewers and fans looking forward to seeing players in action this Tuesday.
Golden State Warriors vs. Denver Nuggets December 3 2024 Game Info
| When: | Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 10:00 PM ET |
| Where: | Ball Arena |
| TV: | TNT |
| Stream: | NBA League Pass |
Golden State Warriors vs. Denver Nuggets Betting Odds
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Total |
| Warriors | +117 | +3.5 (-110) | 235 over (-110) |
| Nuggets | -139 | -3.5 (-110) | 235 under (-110) |
The betting lines suggest this will be a competitive game with the remaining slightly favored at home though not by much, the Nuggets. The Warriors however, might appreciate their underdog position considering their fierce fighting nature and the spread gives them a cushion with points. The total points line of 235 shows respect to the fighting spirit of both sets of players and therefore makes the over/under enticing for the punters in this instance.
Stephen Curry (PG) vs. Nikola Jokic (C)
Stephen Curry is still a key player for the Warriors, scoring an average of 22.5 points and making 6.3 assists each game. He has a unique ability to alter the course of any game using his shooting skills. However, his 3.3 turnovers per game this season do highlight a weakness which the Nuggets may look to take advantage of. Wherever he goes, there is always the expectation that he will provide leadership and playmaking as he tries to go past the Denver defense.
On the other hand, Nikola Jokic remains the key man for the Nuggets. Jokic has 29.6 points, 13.2 rebounds and 10.7 assists a game to his name, making him an effortless threat with one of many double-double averages. Considering the assist-to-turnover ratio which is noticeably higher than that of Curry, better ball control and coordination can be crucial in such a high-pressure game with no margins of error.
The performance of these key players may very well become the determining factor whenever they head to head on the court. As for Jokic, he dominates a playmaker on the post while Curry can stretch the floor and destabilize Denver’s defense construct. It is more than just their skills on the basketball court – the two NBA stars’ head-to-head matchup is more of a chess game with strategic ploys involved.
Warriors’ Offensive Firepower and Defensive Woes
The Warriors average a total of points per game standing at 116.2 inclusive of three-pointer attempts hitting 15.8 per game. However, their weak point is their extremely poor defense which allows opposing teams to score too much which has also contributed to their recent defeats. In order to win this match against the Nuggets, cutting down on their defensive errors will be just as important as maintaining their offensive statistics.
Nuggets’ Balanced Attack
Denver scores a somewhat higher 118 points per game, and is also more precise in shooting the ball, with a field goal percentage of 48.5. Apart from their unfamiliar approach to an offensive, where they average 44.5 rebounds per game, they seem to be quite a balanced outfit. However, despite a strong home record as well as the favorable atmosphere at the Ball Arena, the recent defeat to the Clippers points out certain weaknesses which may be key in close encounters.
Golden State Warriors Betting Trends
Golden State are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games.
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Golden State’s last 7 games.
Golden State are 1-4 SU in their last 5 games.
Golden State are 3-6 ATS in their last 9 games against Denver.
Golden State are 0-7 SU in their last 7 games against Denver.
Denver Nuggets Betting Trends
The total has gone OVER in 12 of Denver’s last 16 games.
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Denver’s last 5 games against Golden State.
The total has gone OVER in 7 of Denver’s last 7 games at home.
Denver are 5-0 SU in their last 5 games when playing at home against Golden State.
The total has gone UNDER in 9 of Denver’s last 11 games against an opponent in the Pacific Division division.
Golden State Warriors vs. Denver Nuggets Betting Previews
Considering the Nuggets have been solid at home, backed by their track record of covering spreads against the Golden State Warriors, they should not only win but also cover the -3.5 spread. As for the total points, it is very inviting as both teams can score a lot which makes a bet on OVER 235 attractive. There is also scope for profit in prop bets that emphasize Jokic and Curry’s performances. In conclusion, it is reasonable to conclude that the Nuggets are the right team to win.
Score Prediction: Nuggets 122, Warriors 115.
