New Orleans Pelicans at Denver Nuggets
Oct 29, 2025
Denver Nuggets Overwhelm New Orleans Pelicans 122-88 in Convincing Win
Game Summary
The Denver Nuggets secured a decisive victory over the New Orleans Pelicans, finishing the game at 122-88. This performance showcased the Nuggets' offensive prowess, as they shot an impressive 53.3% from the field while limiting the Pelicans to just 37.6%, highlighting a significant defensive advantage. The Pelicans' struggles were evident in their poor three-point shooting, where they made only 7 out of 34 attempts, well below their season average and reflecting an inability to capitalize on open looks against the Nuggets' defense.
Top Performers
Nikola Jokić led the charge for the Nuggets with a strong double-double performance, posting 21 points and 12 rebounds while also contributing 10 assists. Jamal Murray and Christian Braun each added 17 points, with Murray connecting on three three-pointers. For the Pelicans, Jeremiah Fears was the standout, scoring 21 points while also recording 6 assists and 2 steals, but the lack of support from his teammates hindered their chances.
Odds Recap
The Denver Nuggets were listed as 12.5-point favorites and comfortably covered the spread with a 34-point margin of victory. The game total was set at 239.0, but the final score resulted in an under, falling well short of the mark.
Prediction Recap
The model accurately predicted the outcome, correctly selecting the Denver Nuggets to win straight up and cover the spread. The over/under was also correctly forecasted as under, aligning with the game's final score.
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