A Denver drop was expected following Jamal Murray's injury. However, further maladies have kept the Nuggets from flourishing behind reigning MVP Nikola Jokic. Offense has remained at a premium in the Mile High city through the season's first half.
On a positive, Denver has pieced together three wins in their last four tries, highlighted by an 89-86 Dec. 28 victory over western conference leader Golden State. In their game on Monday the Nuggets shot poor from the perimeter 24% and had a season high 26 turnovers. They'll play much better here tonight and get the win and cover as a home dog.