Denver Nuggets at Phoenix Suns 5/7/23 - NBA Betting Picks and Odds
Denver Nuggets vs. Phoenix Suns
NBA: 8:00 PM EST
May. 07, 2023
TV: n/a
Latest Odds : PHO -2.5 ; O/U 227.5
The Denver Nuggets stay on the road Sunday night for their second consecutive game in phoenix against the Phoenix Suns. Denver leads the series 2-1 through three games following their seven point loss in game three on Friday. Offensively Denver shot the ball extremely well making 44.3% of their shots and knocked down 10 long balls but turned the ball over 13 times and scored just 26 points in the fourth quarter resulting in the loss. Defensively Denver had their worst game of the series allowing 121 points after phoenix scored 67 points in the first half.
Jamal Murray led the way for the Denver offense with 32 points on 29 shots in 41 minutes of action. Nikola Jokic poured in 30 points, 17 assists, and 11 rebounds to post a triple double in 42 minutes, while Michael Porter Jr. added 21 points and 12 rebounds as the only other Denver starter in double figures after 37 minutes of action. Bruce Brown led the way off the Denver bench with 11 points in 23 minutes, while the rest of the bench combined to score 9 total points.
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The Phoenix Suns remain on their home floor Sunday night after pulling off a win in game three to get some momentum back on their side. Offensively Phoenix finally erupted making nearly 51% of their shots and knocked down 16 free throws as well. Phoenix did lose the rebounding battle but relied heavily on their strong first half and a 31 point fourth quarter to seal a must have game three.
Devin Booker continued his offensive tear in game two pouring in a game high 47 points on 25 shots in 42 minutes of action. Kevin Durant added 39 points and nine rebounds on 31 shots in 43 minutes, while the other three Phoenix starters posted 13 total points. The Phoenix bench continued to struggle however combining to score just 22 points in the game.
Recent Betting Trends:
Nuggets are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games following a ATS loss.
Nuggets are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 Sunday games.
Nuggets are 6-2 ATS in their last 8 after scoring 100 points or more in their previous game.
Suns are 10-4 ATS in their last 14 Sunday games.
Suns are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 after allowing 100 points or more in their previous game.
Free Betting Pick: Denver Nuggets +2.5
The Suns pulled off the win in game 3 but it took 86 combined points between Devin Booker and Kevin Durant. The Nuggets will come out in a better spot Sunday and take full control of the series. Look for Denver to control this game from the jump as their depth and talent will again run the show. Take Denver Sunday to get the underdog win and cover against a shorthanded Phoenix team. Final Score Prediction, Denver Nuggets win and cover 117-108.