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The New York Knicks (37-28) are 3.5-point underdogs as they try to continue a three-game win streak when they visit the Denver Nuggets (43-22) on Wednesday, May 5, 2021 at Ball Arena. The game airs at 9:00 PM ET on ALT2. The over/under for the matchup is set at 215.5.
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BetMGM NBA Betting Odds
| Favorite | Spread | Favorite Spread Odds | Underdog Spread Odds | Total | Over Total Odds | Under Total Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nuggets | -3.5 | -105 | -115 | 215.5 | -110 | -110 |
Point Total Insights
- Denver's games this season have gone over the point total for Wednesday's matchup point total (215.5 points) in 73.8% of opportunities (48 out of 65 matchups).
- In 27 out of New York's 65 games this season (41.5%), the competing teams scored a higher point total than the total in Wednesday's matchup.
- The Nuggets average 115.1 points per game against the Knicks' 107.4, amounting to 7.0 points over the matchup's total of 215.5.
- These two teams give up a combined 214.5 points per game, 1.0 point less than this contest's over/under.
- On average, the Nuggets have seen a 225 over/under in their games this season, 9.5 more points than the over/under in this matchup.
- Knicks' games have an over/under of 212 points this season, 3.5 points fewer than the total points bet for this contest.
Nuggets Betting Data
- Denver has a losing 30-33 record against the spread this year.
- The Nuggets' record against the spread as at least a 3.5-point favorite is above .500 at 19-18.
- Denver and its opponents have hit the over in 55.6% of games (35 out of 63 matchups).
Nuggets Key Players
- Nikola Jokic leads the Nuggets in points, rebounds and assists. He averages 26.3 points per game while adding 10.9 rebounds and 8.5 assists.
- Jamal Murray knocks down 2.7 threes per game to lead the Nuggets.
- Denver's blocks leader is JaVale McGee, who records 1.2 per game. Jokic leads the team averaging 1.4 steals an outing.
Nuggets Last 10 Games
| Date | Opponent | Result | Favored | Played As | Spread | Total | Nuggets Moneyline | Opponent Moneyline | Game Type | Covered | Over/Under |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/3/2021 | Lakers | 93-89 LAL | No | Away | +11.5 | 185.5 | 2500 | -10000 | Regular Season | Yes | Under |
| 5/1/2021 | Clippers | 110-104 DEN | No | Away | +1.5 | 206.5 | -105 | -115 | Regular Season | Yes | Over |
| 4/29/2021 | Raptors | 121-111 DEN | Yes | Home | -4.5 | 220.5 | -250 | 195 | Regular Season | Yes | Over |
| 4/28/2021 | Pelicans | 114-112 DEN | Yes | Home | -7.5 | 225.5 | -450 | 333 | Regular Season | No | Over |
| 4/26/2021 | Grizzlies | 120-96 DEN | Yes | Home | -5.5 | 226.5 | -275 | 220 | Regular Season | Yes | Under |
| Overall Record | ATS Record | O/U/P | AVG Total | AVG Pts Scored | AVG Pts Allowed | AVG Reb. Margin | 3Pt % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8-2 | 6-4 | 5-5-0 | 224.4 | 115.3 | 109.1 | +3.3 | 37.1% |
Nuggets Injuries
Nuggets: Nikola Jokic: Day To Day (Toe), Monte Morris: Out (Hamstring), Will Barton: Out (Hamstring), Zeke Nnaji: Day To Day (Ankle), Jamal Murray: Out For Season (Knee), PJ Dozier: Out (Adductor)Knicks Betting Data
- New York has a 39-24 record against the spread, covering in 61.9% of their contests.
- The Knicks have fared well as a 3.5-point underdog, going 11-5 against the spread when they are at least 3.5-point underdogs.
- New York has combined with its opponents to hit the over in 41.3% of matchups this season (26 out of 63 contests).
Knicks Key Players
- Julius Randle is atop almost all of the Knicks' leaderboards by collecting 24.2 points, 10.3 rebounds and 5.9 assists per game.
- Reggie Bullock hits 2.4 three-pointers per game, the most on the Knicks.
- Nerlens Noel's steals (1.1 steals per game) and blocks (2.2 blocks per game) pace New York defensively.
Knicks Last 10 Games
| Date | Opponent | Result | Favored | Played As | Spread | Total | Knicks Moneyline | Opponent Moneyline | Game Type | Covered | Over/Under |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/3/2021 | Grizzlies | 118-104 NY | Yes | Away | -3.5 | 234.5 | -200 | 165 | Regular Season | Yes | Under |
| 5/2/2021 | Rockets | 122-97 NY | Yes | Away | -14.5 | 217.5 | -1600 | 900 | Regular Season | Yes | Over |
| 4/28/2021 | Bulls | 113-94 NY | Yes | Home | -11.5 | 201.5 | -10000 | 2800 | Regular Season | Yes | Over |
| 4/26/2021 | Suns | 118-110 PHO | No | Home | +1.5 | 226.5 | 125 | -155 | Regular Season | No | Over |
| 4/24/2021 | Raptors | 120-103 NY | Yes | Home | -4.5 | 228.5 | -200 | 165 | Regular Season | Yes | Under |
| Overall Record | ATS Record | O/U/P | AVG Total | AVG Pts Scored | AVG Pts Allowed | AVG Reb. Margin | 3Pt % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9-1 | 9-1 | 6-4-0 | 225.1 | 118.4 | 106.7 | +0.5 | 33.7% |
