Prediction
Game 3 is critically important in this series. Obviously, the winner gains control of the series. In the three previous playoff matchups between the teams, the squad that won Game 3 went on to win the series twice. However, this is the first time the Wolves and Nuggets have been tied after two games.
The series has been evenly matched in the two games. While the Wolves have shot the ball better than the Nuggets, Denver has dominated in second-chance points and at the free-throw line. The Nuggets have outscored the Wolves 40-20 in second-chance points over the first two games of the series. They have also made two more free throws per game than the Wolves have attempted (26.5 to 24.5). Although the Wolves can cut into that deficit, I don’t believe they can erase the Nuggets’ advantage.
Furthermore, I have the Nuggets as 3-7.5-point favorites. Moreover, Murray and Jokic have been outstanding against the Wolves in their six matchups. Additionally, I like it over here as well.
Bets
Nuggets -2.5
Lean Over 233.5 points.
Anthony Edwards (-120): Over 5.5 Rebounds
Nikola Jokic Over 50 Points+ Rebounds +Assists
