Denver Nuggets
Philadelphia 76ers
  1. Prediction
  2. SGP Picks
  3. Odds
  4. Team Stats
  5. Player Stats
  6. Player Props
  7. Team News
  8. Lineups
  9. Injuries
  10. Rosters
  11. Standings

NBA Betting Preview: Nuggets vs Sixers

The Denver Nuggets take the floor against the Philadelphia 76ers in this NBA game. Our betting preview features expert NBA predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, player stats, team news and confirmed starting lineups.

Find Out Our Best Wager for the Game

The Nuggets might not be a complete pushover against the Sixers and we fancy them against the spread. You can get a generous +11.5 and the underdogs are available at -110.

On the same side of the spread as us? Discover what we think of BetMGM in our expert review and unlock the best promo code ahead of making your move.

Nuggets H2H Record Includes 7 Wins in 10

Denver Nuggets have been beaten in successive games and the latest was on the road at Barclays Center. Brooklyn Nets claimed a 127-115 win. Jamal Murray tallied 27 points, while Tim Hardaway Jr. put up 26 and Peyton Watson 23.

Philadelphia 76ers got a third straight win in their last game. It was a 130-119 road triumph at Madison Square Garden when meeting New York Knicks. Tyrese Maxey scored 36 points, Joel Embiid had 26 points and 10 rebounds, with Valdez Edgecombe registering 26 points.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The Nuggets won the most recent matchup between these teams. A 137-134 victory was registered against the Sixers at Xfinity Mobile Arena. It’s been three victories on the bounce for the Nuggets when playing the Sixers. On the head-to-head front, they have won 7 of the past 10.

NBA W L PCT PPG OPP PPG DIFF Home Road Div Conf Last 10 Strk
Nuggets logo Nuggets 23 12 0.657 124.3 118.1 6.2 10-5 13-7 4-1 16-7 4-6 2L
76ers logo 76ers 19 14 0.576 117 116.1 0.9 9-8 10-6 7-3 14-12 6-4 3W
View Full Standings
Denver Nuggets – Last 10 Games

The Nuggets have 4 wins and 6 losses in the past 10 games. They are averaging 121.2 points, 40.6 rebounds, 28.7 assists, 6.5 steals and 3.8 blocks while shooting 48.7% from the field and 84.1% from the free-throw line. The opposition have an average of 122.8 points and 45.3 rebounds per contest.

Jamal Murray is averaging 26.7 points, 8.2 assists and 4.1 (44.6%) 3-pointers made, while Nikola Jokic averages 8.0 rebounds.

Philadelphia 76ers – Last 10 Games

The Sixers have won 6 and lost 4 of their previous 10 contests. Averaging 117.3 points, 44.5 rebounds, 23.3 assists, 8.9 steals and 6.0 blocks per game while shooting 44.4% from the field and 81.1% from the free-throw line. Their opponents average 116.1 points and 46.4 rebounds.

Tyrese Maxey is averaging 24.0 points, 5.4 assists and 3.2 (44.4%) 3-pointers made, while Andre Drummond has an average of 6.9 rebounds.

Denver Nuggets vs Philadelphia 76ers Prediction & Picks

Step into Denver Nuggets vs Philadelphia 76ers with confidence, armed with our expert match prediction, likely scoreline, key player prop plays and a custom-built bet builder for maximum value.

Game Prediction

The betting line of +11.5 looks too big. Nuggets should be able to stay relatively close to the favorites and we are keen to snap up the -110 that they cover the spread in this NBA showdown.

Getting the lowdown on injuries and analyzing the form guide are key steps before making basketball picks. We also put strong emphasis on NBA stats, where a data-led approach often leads to smarter predictions.

Key Nuggets vs 76ers stats:

  • The +11.5 line has been covered by Nuggets in 18 of their last 20 games on the road.
  • The +11.5 line has been covered by Nuggets in 8 of their last 10 games on the road.
  • The -11.5 line hasn’t been covered by Sixers in 5 consecutive games at home.
  • The -11.5 line hasn’t been covered by Sixers in 9 of their last 10 games.
  • The -11.5 line hasn’t been covered by Sixers in 18 of their last 20 games at home.
  • The -11.5 line hasn’t been covered by Sixers in 7 consecutive games against Nuggets.

Nuggets +11.5 Probability

When you look at the latest odds, our pick has a 52.4% chance of landing a return. In the opinion of our analysts, there’s actually a probability of success between 55-60%. It is the reason why we are recommending this wager.

Looking for Bigger Odds?

If you want bigger odds, then you can move the line by selling points. Choose how many points to sell until you are happy with the juice available.

Get rewarded when bet. Check our latest guide featuring top-rated free bets, promotions and sign-up bonuses.

Our Game Prediction
Nuggets +11.5 @ -110 Bet Now BetMGM logo
BetMGM logo
BetMGM Promo Up To $1500 in Bonus Bets Get Bonus T&C apply. Gamble responsibly 18+
Gamble responsibly 18+. All odds are correct at time of publishing and are subject to change. To use the Bookmaker Live Streaming services you will need to be logged in and have a funded account or to have placed a bet in the last 24 hours. Geo-restrictions apply.
Published 00:55, 05 January 2026

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Tyrese Maxey Over 26.5 Points -128 BetMGM logo

Tyrese Maxey (76ers) has totaled Over 26.5 points in 5 straight games. He looks like a solid bet to cover the Player Points line and you’re able to back this pick at odds of -128.

Latest Tyrese Maxey Player Prop Odds

T&C apply. Gamble responsibly 18+


Peyton Watson Under 5.5 Rebounds +106 BetMGM logo

Peyton Watson (Nuggets) has totaled Under 5.5 rebounds in 7 of the past 8 games. There is juice when it comes to going under the Player Rebounds line and this is priced at +106.

Latest Peyton Watson Player Prop Odds

T&C apply. Gamble responsibly 18+

Same Game Parlay Picks

Spread Nuggets +15
Totals Over 228.5
Player Points Tyrese Maxey Over 26.5

We’ve loaded up a same game parlay with the combined picks of Nuggets +15, Over 228.5 and Tyrese Maxey (76ers) to score Over 26.5 points.

A same game parlay is a fantastic way of cheering on different selections within the same basketball game. You can predict a number of outcomes and get bigger odds than a single bet. The odds can combine to great effect.

T&C apply. Gamble responsibly 18+

Correct Score Prediction

Nuggets Nuggets logo 112 - 120 76ers logo 76ers

You don’t need a big stake to enjoy a monster return by getting this correct score right. We’re going for the 76ers to claim a 120-112 victory and hopefully this goes close.

Denver Nuggets vs Philadelphia 76ers Odds

The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Sixers Big Favorites With the Books

You might not get rich backing Philadelphia 76ers at -1000. However, the sportsbooks’ betting odds imply a 91% chance of winning this NBA game. If you’re looking for an alternative angle, Denver Nuggets are trading at +660.

There is a spread of 14.5 and total points has a line of 228.5. A wager on the Totals allows basketball bettors to use the latest data to good effect. If you're keen on Over 228.5, this selection is available at -108.

Whether you are wagering pre-game or in-game, the top sportsbooks let you feast on hundreds of game lines and team props. The selections are practically endless, offering an incredible range of options.

Betting Lines & Odds
Tyrese Maxey Favorite to Score the Most Baskets

Tyrese Maxey is favorite when it comes to hitting the most buckets. You can get -106 that he goes Over 27.5 points and -125 when it comes to Under.

Player Points
Player Assists
Jamal Murray (Nuggets)
Over 8.5
-118
Under 8.5
-110
BetMGM Logo
Tyrese Maxey (76ers)
Over 7.5
-110
Under 7.5
-120
BetMGM Logo
Jalen Pickett (Nuggets)
Over 5.5
-108
Under 5.5
-125
BetMGM Logo
Joel Embiid (76ers)
Over 3.5
-149
Under 3.5
+114
BetMGM Logo
Player Rebounds
Joel Embiid (76ers)
Over 7.5
-147
Under 7.5
+110
BetMGM Logo
Peyton Watson (Nuggets)
Over 5.5
-139
Under 5.5
+105
BetMGM Logo
VJ Edgecombe (76ers)
Over 5.5
+108
Under 5.5
-143
BetMGM Logo
Paul George (76ers)
Over 5.5
-127
Under 5.5
-105
BetMGM Logo
Micro Betting

Micro betting provides a rollercoaster ride for basketball bettors. It can be great to enjoy the live lines, with the opportunity to wager on the Next Field Goal. Watch the live action before deciding which way to go.

Best Betting Offers
Xfinity Mobile Arena
Xfinity Mobile Arena
Sixers Home Record Reads Six Defeats From Last Ten

The Sixers have four wins and six losses in the last 10 games at home, averaging 113.60 points scored and 117.90 points allowed.

The Nuggets own a 5-5 mark in their past 10 games on the road, putting up 122.80 points on average and giving up 121.20.

The Nuggets defeated the Sixers 137-134 the last time they played at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Across 8 head-to-head clashes at Xfinity Mobile Arena, the Sixers have posted five victories, while the Nuggets have managed three.

Last 10 Games W-L P PF PA O228.5 U228.5
Philadelphia 76ers logo Philadelphia 76ers Home Stats 4-6 231.50 113.60 117.90 5 5
Denver Nuggets logo Denver Nuggets Away Stats 5-5 244.00 122.80 121.20 7 3
  • W-L = Wins-Losses
  • P = Avg. Points
  • PF = Avg. Points For
  • PA = Avg. Points Against
  • O228.5 = Games Over 228.5 Points
  • U228.5 = Games Under 228.5 Points
Team Stats

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Denver Nuggets logo Denver Nuggets Stats
Philadelphia 76ers logo Philadelphia 76ers Stats
Moneyline
  • 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games
  • 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
Moneyline
  • 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
  • 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 home games
Point Spread
Point Spread
Total Points
Total Points
Team Stats - Avg/Game
Team Stats - Avg/Game
Team News

Denver Nuggets Player Stats & Roster

Player GP MIN TP TA PTS AST 3P REB BLK STL
Jamal Murray 34 35.43 864 245 25.4 7.2 3.4 4.6 0.3 1.0
Nikola Jokic 32 34.56 948 351 29.6 11.0 2.1 12.1 0.8 1.4
Cameron Johnson 28 30.61 327 66 11.7 2.4 1.9 3.5 0.3 0.6

Philadelphia 76ers Player Stats & Roster

Player GP MIN TP TA PTS AST 3P REB BLK STL
Tyrese Maxey 31 39.82 964 219 31.1 7.1 3.7 4.6 0.9 1.8
Valdez Edgecombe 29 35.56 478 113 16.5 3.9 2.2 5.3 0.5 1.4
Kelly Oubre Jr. 12 34.83 201 16 16.8 1.3 1.9 5.1 0.8 1.1

Injuries & Suspensions

Denver Nuggets Injury Table

Type
Name
Info

Philadelphia 76ers Injury Table

Type
Name
Info

Starting Lineups

Both teams’ confirmed lineups will be published ahead of tip-off. There is also the chance to look at the lineups from the previous 10 games.

Previous Denver Nuggets Lineups

04 Jan NBA
Nuggets 115-127 Nets
02 Jan NBA
Nuggets 108-113 Cavaliers
31 Dec NBA
Nuggets 106-103 Raptors
29 Dec NBA
Nuggets 123-147 Heat
27 Dec NBA
Nuggets 126-127 Magic
25 Dec NBA
Timberwolves 138-142 Nuggets
23 Dec NBA
Nuggets 130-131 Mavericks
22 Dec NBA
Jazz 112-135 Nuggets
20 Dec NBA
Rockets 115-101 Nuggets
18 Dec NBA
Magic 115-126 Nuggets

Previous Philadelphia 76ers Lineups

03 Jan NBA
76ers 130-119 Knicks
01 Jan NBA
76ers 123-108 Mavericks
30 Dec NBA
76ers 139-136 Grizzlies
28 Dec NBA
76ers 104-129 Thunder
26 Dec NBA
76ers 102-109 Bulls
23 Dec NBA
Nets 114-106 76ers
20 Dec NBA
Mavericks 114-121 76ers
19 Dec NBA
76ers 116-107 Knicks
14 Dec NBA
76ers 117-120 Hawks
12 Dec NBA
Pacers 105-115 76ers

NBA Table Select Season

East Atlantic W L PCT PPG OPP PPG DIFF Home Road Div Conf Last 10 Strk
Knicks 23 12 0.657 120.5 115 5.5 15-4 8-8 5-3 18-10 5-5 3L
Celtics 22 12 0.647 117.9 110.7 7.2 10-5 12-7 5-4 15-8 7-3 3W
Raptors 21 15 0.583 114.4 112.6 1.8 11-8 10-7 3-6 18-10 6-4 1W
76ers 19 14 0.576 117 116.1 0.9 9-8 10-6 7-3 14-12 6-4 3W
Nets 11 22 0.333 109.5 114.3 -4.8 5-13 6-9 3-7 8-15 5-5 1W
East Central W L PCT PPG OPP PPG DIFF Home Road Div Conf Last 10 Strk
Pistons 26 9 0.743 118.8 112.7 6.1 13-3 13-6 6-3 18-6 6-4 1W
Cavaliers 20 17 0.541 119.2 116.8 2.4 13-9 7-8 6-3 13-13 5-5 1L
Bulls 17 18 0.486 118.3 121.8 -3.5 10-9 7-9 3-6 13-12 7-3 1L
Bucks 16 20 0.444 113.3 115.5 -2.2 9-9 7-11 5-4 13-14 5-5 2W
Pacers 6 30 0.167 110.6 119.7 -9.1 5-14 1-16 2-6 4-18 0-10 12L
East Southeast W L PCT PPG OPP PPG DIFF Home Road Div Conf Last 10 Strk
Magic 20 16 0.556 117.1 115.4 1.7 12-6 8-10 5-3 14-12 5-5 1W
Heat 20 16 0.556 120.8 117.3 3.5 13-6 7-10 3-3 12-10 6-4 1W
Hawks 17 20 0.459 119 119.9 -0.9 6-11 11-9 4-3 10-14 2-8 1L
Hornets 12 23 0.343 115.8 118.5 -2.7 7-10 5-13 4-4 11-16 5-5 1W
Wizards 9 25 0.265 113.4 124.4 -11 5-12 4-13 1-4 6-17 5-5 1L
West Northwest W L PCT PPG OPP PPG DIFF Home Road Div Conf Last 10 Strk
Thunder 30 6 0.833 121.9 107.2 14.7 17-2 13-4 6-2 24-6 6-4 1L
Nuggets 23 12 0.657 124.3 118.1 6.2 10-5 13-7 4-1 16-7 4-6 2L
Timberwolves 23 13 0.639 119.6 114.6 5 12-6 11-7 4-4 13-10 6-4 2W
Trail Blazers 16 20 0.444 116.3 119.6 -3.3 7-9 9-11 3-4 13-13 6-4 2W
Jazz 12 22 0.353 119.7 126.7 -7 8-11 4-11 0-6 7-16 3-7 3L
West Pacific W L PCT PPG OPP PPG DIFF Home Road Div Conf Last 10 Strk
Lakers 22 11 0.667 117.3 117.3 0 10-6 12-5 4-4 17-8 5-5 2W
Suns 21 14 0.6 115.3 113.2 2.1 12-5 9-9 8-4 19-12 7-3 2W
Warriors 19 17 0.528 115.2 113.9 1.3 11-5 8-12 4-2 13-11 6-4 1W
Clippers 12 22 0.353 112.4 114.6 -2.2 8-9 4-13 3-4 9-14 6-4 1L
Kings 8 28 0.222 110.3 122.3 -12 5-12 3-16 1-6 6-22 2-8 5L
West Southwest W L PCT PPG OPP PPG DIFF Home Road Div Conf Last 10 Strk
Spurs 25 10 0.714 119.7 114.2 5.5 12-5 13-5 7-0 14-8 7-3 1L
Rockets 21 11 0.656 120 111.4 8.6 10-2 11-9 2-4 11-10 5-5 1L
Grizzlies 15 20 0.429 116 117 -1 7-9 8-11 4-3 13-11 4-6 4L
Mavericks 13 23 0.361 113.5 117.5 -4 10-10 3-13 3-6 7-16 3-7 1W
Pelicans 8 29 0.216 115.2 123.1 -7.9 6-16 2-13 3-6 4-22 3-7 7L
Eastern Conference W L PCT PPG OPP PPG DIFF Home Road Div Conf Last 10 Strk
Pistons 26 9 0.743 118.8 112.7 6.1 13-3 13-6 6-3 18-6 6-4 1W
Knicks 23 12 0.657 120.5 115 5.5 15-4 8-8 5-3 18-10 5-5 3L
Celtics 22 12 0.647 117.9 110.7 7.2 10-5 12-7 5-4 15-8 7-3 3W
Raptors 21 15 0.583 114.4 112.6 1.8 11-8 10-7 3-6 18-10 6-4 1W
76ers 19 14 0.576 117 116.1 0.9 9-8 10-6 7-3 14-12 6-4 3W
Magic 20 16 0.556 117.1 115.4 1.7 12-6 8-10 5-3 14-12 5-5 1W
Cavaliers 20 17 0.541 119.2 116.8 2.4 13-9 7-8 6-3 13-13 5-5 1L
Heat 20 16 0.556 120.8 117.3 3.5 13-6 7-10 3-3 12-10 6-4 1W
Bulls 17 18 0.486 118.3 121.8 -3.5 10-9 7-9 3-6 13-12 7-3 1L
Hawks 17 20 0.459 119 119.9 -0.9 6-11 11-9 4-3 10-14 2-8 1L
Bucks 16 20 0.444 113.3 115.5 -2.2 9-9 7-11 5-4 13-14 5-5 2W
Hornets 12 23 0.343 115.8 118.5 -2.7 7-10 5-13 4-4 11-16 5-5 1W
Nets 11 22 0.333 109.5 114.3 -4.8 5-13 6-9 3-7 8-15 5-5 1W
Wizards 9 25 0.265 113.4 124.4 -11 5-12 4-13 1-4 6-17 5-5 1L
Pacers 6 30 0.167 110.6 119.7 -9.1 5-14 1-16 2-6 4-18 0-10 12L
Western Conference W L PCT PPG OPP PPG DIFF Home Road Div Conf Last 10 Strk
Thunder 30 6 0.833 121.9 107.2 14.7 17-2 13-4 6-2 24-6 6-4 1L
Spurs 25 10 0.714 119.7 114.2 5.5 12-5 13-5 7-0 14-8 7-3 1L
Nuggets 23 12 0.657 124.3 118.1 6.2 10-5 13-7 4-1 16-7 4-6 2L
Rockets 21 11 0.656 120 111.4 8.6 10-2 11-9 2-4 11-10 5-5 1L
Lakers 22 11 0.667 117.3 117.3 0 10-6 12-5 4-4 17-8 5-5 2W
Timberwolves 23 13 0.639 119.6 114.6 5 12-6 11-7 4-4 13-10 6-4 2W
Suns 21 14 0.6 115.3 113.2 2.1 12-5 9-9 8-4 19-12 7-3 2W
Warriors 19 17 0.528 115.2 113.9 1.3 11-5 8-12 4-2 13-11 6-4 1W
Trail Blazers 16 20 0.444 116.3 119.6 -3.3 7-9 9-11 3-4 13-13 6-4 2W
Grizzlies 15 20 0.429 116 117 -1 7-9 8-11 4-3 13-11 4-6 4L
Mavericks 13 23 0.361 113.5 117.5 -4 10-10 3-13 3-6 7-16 3-7 1W
Clippers 12 22 0.353 112.4 114.6 -2.2 8-9 4-13 3-4 9-14 6-4 1L
Jazz 12 22 0.353 119.7 126.7 -7 8-11 4-11 0-6 7-16 3-7 3L
Kings 8 28 0.222 110.3 122.3 -12 5-12 3-16 1-6 6-22 2-8 5L
Pelicans 8 29 0.216 115.2 123.1 -7.9 6-16 2-13 3-6 4-22 3-7 7L
NBA W L PCT PPG OPP PPG DIFF Home Road Div Conf Last 10 Strk
Thunder 30 6 0.833 121.9 107.2 14.7 17-2 13-4 6-2 24-6 6-4 1L
Pistons 26 9 0.743 118.8 112.7 6.1 13-3 13-6 6-3 18-6 6-4 1W
Spurs 25 10 0.714 119.7 114.2 5.5 12-5 13-5 7-0 14-8 7-3 1L
Lakers 22 11 0.667 117.3 117.3 0 10-6 12-5 4-4 17-8 5-5 2W
Nuggets 23 12 0.657 124.3 118.1 6.2 10-5 13-7 4-1 16-7 4-6 2L
Knicks 23 12 0.657 120.5 115 5.5 15-4 8-8 5-3 18-10 5-5 3L
Rockets 21 11 0.656 120 111.4 8.6 10-2 11-9 2-4 11-10 5-5 1L
Celtics 22 12 0.647 117.9 110.7 7.2 10-5 12-7 5-4 15-8 7-3 3W
Timberwolves 23 13 0.639 119.6 114.6 5 12-6 11-7 4-4 13-10 6-4 2W
Suns 21 14 0.6 115.3 113.2 2.1 12-5 9-9 8-4 19-12 7-3 2W
Raptors 21 15 0.583 114.4 112.6 1.8 11-8 10-7 3-6 18-10 6-4 1W
76ers 19 14 0.576 117 116.1 0.9 9-8 10-6 7-3 14-12 6-4 3W
Heat 20 16 0.556 120.8 117.3 3.5 13-6 7-10 3-3 12-10 6-4 1W
Magic 20 16 0.556 117.1 115.4 1.7 12-6 8-10 5-3 14-12 5-5 1W
Cavaliers 20 17 0.541 119.2 116.8 2.4 13-9 7-8 6-3 13-13 5-5 1L
Warriors 19 17 0.528 115.2 113.9 1.3 11-5 8-12 4-2 13-11 6-4 1W
Bulls 17 18 0.486 118.3 121.8 -3.5 10-9 7-9 3-6 13-12 7-3 1L
Hawks 17 20 0.459 119 119.9 -0.9 6-11 11-9 4-3 10-14 2-8 1L
Bucks 16 20 0.444 113.3 115.5 -2.2 9-9 7-11 5-4 13-14 5-5 2W
Trail Blazers 16 20 0.444 116.3 119.6 -3.3 7-9 9-11 3-4 13-13 6-4 2W
Grizzlies 15 20 0.429 116 117 -1 7-9 8-11 4-3 13-11 4-6 4L
Mavericks 13 23 0.361 113.5 117.5 -4 10-10 3-13 3-6 7-16 3-7 1W
Clippers 12 22 0.353 112.4 114.6 -2.2 8-9 4-13 3-4 9-14 6-4 1L
Jazz 12 22 0.353 119.7 126.7 -7 8-11 4-11 0-6 7-16 3-7 3L
Hornets 12 23 0.343 115.8 118.5 -2.7 7-10 5-13 4-4 11-16 5-5 1W
Nets 11 22 0.333 109.5 114.3 -4.8 5-13 6-9 3-7 8-15 5-5 1W
Wizards 9 25 0.265 113.4 124.4 -11 5-12 4-13 1-4 6-17 5-5 1L
Kings 8 28 0.222 110.3 122.3 -12 5-12 3-16 1-6 6-22 2-8 5L
Pelicans 8 29 0.216 115.2 123.1 -7.9 6-16 2-13 3-6 4-22 3-7 7L
Pacers 6 30 0.167 110.6 119.7 -9.1 5-14 1-16 2-6 4-18 0-10 12L
  • W = Wins
  • L = Losses
  • PCT = Winning Percentage
  • PPG = Points Per Game
  • OPP PPG = Opponent Points Per Game
  • DIFF = Average Point Differential
  • Home = Home Record
  • Road = Away Record
  • Div = Division Record
  • Conf = Conference Record
  • Last 10 = Record last 10 games
  • Strk = Current Streak