DEN vs POR Match Prediction: The Denver Nuggets (33-16) will face the struggling Portland Trail Blazers (15-33) at Ball Arena on February 3rd, 2024, at 7:30 AM IST.
The Nuggets are currently near the top of the Western Conference standings. On the other hand, the Trail Blazers, headed by Anfernee Simons and Jerami Grant, have had a rough season so far.
Denver Nuggets vs Portland Trail Blazers Prediction
Denver Nuggets Preview
Following a close loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, the Denver Nuggets (33-16) are eager to get back on track as they welcome the Portland Trail Blazers at Ball Arena.
Despite being without Nikola Jokic in their last match, the Nuggets showed perseverance and depth, falling short by only five points.
With Jokic due to return, Denver will hope on his MVP-caliber play, combined with Jamal Murray’s scoring prowess, to achieve an essential victory and keep their place near the top of the Western Conference rankings.
With the goal set on championship contention, the Nuggets will be willing to show their dominance on both ends of the floor and establish themselves as one of the league’s best teams.
Portland Trailblazers Preview
The Portland Trail Blazers (15-33) may be out of playoff contention, but they should not be overlooked as they prepare to meet the Denver Nuggets on the road.
Despite a difficult season, the Trail Blazers are showing signs of recovery, winning consecutive games for the first time in weeks.
Portland, led by the dynamic pair of Anfernee Simons and Jerami Grant, will attempt to maintain their upward trend and derail the Nuggets’ hopes.
With nothing to lose, the Trail Blazers will take a daring approach and seek to exploit any flaws in the Nuggets’ defence.
As they aim to build momentum and confidence for the future, Portland will be determined to compete at a high level and make their mark in what promises to be a competitive matchup.
DEN vs POR Basketball Match Details
Match: Denver Nuggets (33-16) vs Portland Trailblazers (15-33)
Venue: Ball Arena
Date: 3rd February, 2024
Time: 7:30 AM IST
Broadcasting: Sports 18 and Jio Cinema
Denver Nuggets vs Portland Trail Blazers Lineups
Denver Nuggets: Christian Braun, Michael Porter Jr., Julian Strawther, Hunter Tyson, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, DeAndre Jordan, Reggie Jackson, Peyton Watson, Justin Holiday, Braxton Key, Nikola Jokic, Collin Gillespie, Zeke Nnaji, Jalen Pickett, Jamal Murray, Jay Huff, Vlatko Cancar, Aaron Gordon.
Portland Trailblazers: Scoot Henderson, Anfernee Simons, Deandre Ayton, Matisse Thybulle, Skylar Mays, Kris Murray, Jerami Grant, Moses Brown, Malcolm Brogdon, Shaedon Sharpe, Jamaree Bouyea, Ish Wainright, Justin Minaya, Duop Reath, Toumani Camara, Jabari Walker, Robert Williams III, Rayan Rupert.
Denver Nuggets vs Portland Trail Blazers H2H
- Denver Nuggets: 4 wins
- Portland Trailblazers: 1 win
DEN vs POR Team News & Updates
Denver Nuggets
- Vlatko Cancar: (Back)- OUT
- Julian Strawther: (Knee)- OUT
- Nikola Jokic: (Back)- Probable
- Jamal Murray: (Knee)- Probable
Portland Trailblazers
- Shaedon Sharpe: (groin)- Probable
- Robert Williams: (Knee)- OUT
- Moses Brown: (Shoulder)- OUT
Denver Nuggets vs Trail Blazers Starting Five
Denver Nuggets
- PG: Jamal Murray
- SG: KCP
- SF: Michael Porter Jr.
- PF: Aaron Gordon
- C: Nikola Jokic
Portland Trailblazers
- PG: Malcolm Brogdon
- SG: Jerami Grant
- SF: Toumani Camara
- PF: Anfernee Simons
- C: Deandre Ayton
DEN vs POR Stats Leaders
Denver Nuggets
- Points: Nikola Jokic- 26.3
- Rebounds: Nikola Jokic- 12.1
- Assists: Nikola Jokic- 9.0
- Steals: KCP- 1.4
- Blocks: Nikola Jokic- 0.9
Portland Trailblazers
- Points: Jerami Grant- 21.3
- Rebounds: Deandre Ayton – 10.5
- Assists: Malcolm Brogdon- 5.5
- Steals: Matisse Thybulle- 1.5
- Blocks: Matisse Thybulle- 0.8
Denver Nuggets vs Trail Blazers Fantasy Leaders
Denver Nuggets
- Nikola Jokic: 26.3 points, 12.1 rebounds, 9.0 assists
- Jamal Murray: 21.2 points, 3.8 rebounds, 6.4 assists
Portland Trailblazers
- Anfernee Simons: 22.9 points, 3.5 rebounds, 5.2 assists
- Jerami Grant: 21.3 points, 3.7 rebounds, 2.6 assists
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