Dec. 3: Preview of Golden State Warriors vs Denver Nuggets Matchup, Including Predictions, Player Props, and Best Odds

• Mired in a four-game losing streak, the Golden State Warriors visit the Denver Nuggets on Tuesday night
• Draymond Green (calf) is doubtful for Golden State tonight while Steph Curry is probable (knee)
• Below, see the Warriors vs Nuggets predictions, player props, and best available odds on Dec. 3

A dream start to the season has suddenly turned sour for the Golden State Warriors (12-7, 7-4 away, 11-8 ATS), who bring a four-game losing streak to the Mile High City on Tuesday night as they prepare to do battle with the underperforming Denver Nuggets (10-8, 5-4 home, 7-10-1 ATS) at Ball Arena at 8:10 pm MT/10:10 pm ET. With the Warriors battling significant injuries, the Nuggets are listed as 4.5 or 5.0-point favorites in Tuesday’s NBA odds.

Golden State Warriors vs Denver Nuggets Prediction

• Nuggets -4.5 (-115) at BetMGM
• Jokic over 12.5 rebounds (-115) at DraftKings Sascha Paruk’s 2024-25 NBA betting record: 25-25 (-0.19 units). All wagers one unit unless stated otherwise.

As mediocre as Denver has been so far this season, they will eventually right the ship and battle for top seed in the West yet again. They’re too talented not too. And there is a decent chance that turnaround starts on Tuesday when the Nugs return from a two-game road trip, eager to stem a two-game home losing streak. Aaron Gordon, who returned from a month-long absence in Sunday’s 126-122 loss at the Clippers, is listed as “probable” and will be a big help to a team that sits just 13th in Rebound% a year after finishing sixth in that category.

The Warriors, meanwhile, have dropped four in a row and are likely to be without Draymond Green (8.8 PPG, 6.3 RPG, 5.9 APG) tonight due to calf tightness. Making matter worse, Steph Curry (22.5 PPG, 5.5 RPG, 6.3 APG) is “probable” due to a lingering knee injury. Curry missed the Dubs’ 105-101 loss at home to OKC last Wednesday before returning in their 113-105 road loss at Phoenix, scoring 23 points on just 8-of-21 shooting (38.1%) in 32 minutes.

I’m also betting Jokic to go over 12.5 rebounds at -115. The Warriors play at a fast pace (fifth-fastest in the NBA), have been missing a ton of shots lately, and are likely to be missing their second-leading rebounder in Green (6.3 RPG), leaving Kevon Looney to battle with Jokic in the post.

All the variables point to Jokic having a huge night on the glass.

GSW vs DEN Player Props

NBA player props from DraftKings on Dec. 3. See the full list of DraftKings legal states.

With Curry’s status not set in stone, the Warriors/Nuggets player props are a little on the lighter side, especially for Dubs players. Jokic is listed with the highest point total of the night at 28.5 followed by Curry (24.5) and Murray (18.5). Andrew Wiggins (17.5) is the only other Golden State player on the board.

Jokic, per usual, also has the highest rebound total (12.5) and assist total (9.5) of the night.

Best Warriors vs Nuggets Odds

The Warriors vs Nuggets odds favor Denver by either 4.5 or 5.0 points depending on the sportsbook. The best ATS odds for the Warriors at the moment are at Caesars, where Golden State +5.0 is priced at -105. The best ATS odds on the Nuggets are at BetMGM, where Denver -4.5 is sitting at -115.

The best moneyline on the Warriors is +165 at bet365, while the best moneyline on the Nuggets is -185 at DraftKings. All other books have Denver at -190 or shorter.

There is a one-point range in the game total. FanDuel and BetMGM are on the low end at 237.5 with -110 odds each way. ESPN Bet and bet365 are on the high end at 238.5, again with -110 odds both ways.

The NBA public betting splits for Tuesday are almost evenly split when it comes to the spread (Denver is gettin 51% of ATS handle) but are hammering the Nuggets to win straight-up; Denver is getting 81% of moneyline handle as of 11:35 am ET.

The Golden State Warriors are set to face off against the Denver Nuggets on December 3rd in what promises to be an exciting matchup between two Western Conference powerhouses. Both teams have had strong starts to the season and will be looking to secure a crucial win in this early-season showdown.

The Warriors, led by superstar Stephen Curry, have been playing some of the best basketball in the league so far this season. Curry has been on fire, averaging over 28 points per game and shooting an impressive 40% from beyond the arc. The Warriors’ supporting cast, including Draymond Green and Andrew Wiggins, has also been playing well, making them a formidable opponent for any team.

On the other side, the Nuggets have also been playing well, thanks in large part to the play of Nikola Jokic. Jokic, who is averaging a triple-double so far this season, has been a dominant force on both ends of the court. The Nuggets will also be looking for strong performances from Jamal Murray and Michael Porter Jr. to help secure a win against the Warriors.

In terms of predictions, this game could go either way. Both teams have strong offenses and solid defenses, so it could come down to which team can execute better on both ends of the court. The Warriors may have a slight edge due to their recent hot streak, but the Nuggets are a tough team to beat at home.

When it comes to player props, keep an eye on Curry and Jokic. Both players have the ability to take over a game and could put up big numbers in this matchup. Look for Curry to continue his hot shooting from deep and for Jokic to dominate in the paint.

As for the best odds, it’s always a good idea to shop around at different sportsbooks to find the best value. Keep an eye out for any promotions or bonuses that may be available for this game, as they could help increase your potential winnings.

Overall, this matchup between the Warriors and Nuggets promises to be a thrilling game between two top teams in the Western Conference. With so much talent on both sides, fans can expect a high-scoring affair with plenty of highlight-reel plays. Be sure to tune in on December 3rd to see who comes out on top in this exciting showdown.