LiontipsPortland vs Denver. Predictions and Betting Tips for NBA
Command Analysis
Unfortunately, Portland couldn't hold on to their position. Defeat to Phoenix (117:118) became fatal for Blazers. Because of that loss, Lakers got around Stotts' team in the standings. So now Oregon outfit dropped to the seventh spot of the Western Conference. Now Trail Blazers are risking to start their playoff path from the first round.
We should mention that Portland and Lakers are even on victories, but Blazers are behind on tiebreakers.
Denver clinched a playoff berth a long time ago. Despite that, Nuggets are keep on winning. Last three games ended with victories over Charlotte (117:112), Minnesota (114:103) and Detroit (104:91).
Despite his objective is fulfilled, Mike Malone doesn't want to rest his leaders right now. Everyone is playing, though their playing time has decreased. Jamal Murray and Will Barton are sidelined because of injuries.
Trends
СтавкаPortland's total under 119,5
Blazers are averaging 114,8 points per game
СтавкаTotal of the most high-scoring quarter over 65,5
In last three Blazers' home games more than 65 points were scored in the most high-scoring quarter
Tip and bets
Portland needs a win, so Trail Blazers are unlikely to change their strategy. They are a high-scoring team, so we expect the same in this game. In 4 out of last 5 Blazers' home fixtures at least 226 points were scored, so we offer a bet on total over.
Our prediction - total over 228,5 points
Portland needs a win, because otherwise they will lose a chance for the Top-6. Though it depends on Lakers' result. We believe that Stotts' players will put up their best performance, so we offer to bet on them.
Our prediction - Portland to win with a handicap (-5,5) points
