- Matchup: Denver Nuggets vs Portland Trail Blazers
- Date: Friday, October 31, 2025
- Venue: Moda Center, Portland, OR
- Broadcast: Rip City Television Network
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The Denver Nuggets (3-1) are set to clash with the Portland Trail Blazers (3-2) at Moda Center this Friday.
In their previous outing, the Nuggets triumphed over the Pelicans with a convincing score of 122-88. Denver showcased impressive shooting accuracy, hitting 53.3% of their shots (48 out of 90) and successfully making 14 of their 42 three-pointers. From the free-throw line, they converted 12 of 14 attempts for an 85.7% success rate. On the boards, the Nuggets secured a total of 46 rebounds, including 14 offensive boards. They also tallied 40 assists and forced the Pelicans into 14 turnovers while racking up 6 steals. Defensively, Denver held the Pelicans to a shooting percentage of 37.6% (32 out of 85). Meanwhile, New Orleans recorded 17 assists and 9 steals. They finished with a rebounding total of 43 (15 offensive, 28 defensive) and blocked 4 shots. The Pelicans struggled at the free-throw line, finishing with a 58.6% conversion rate (17 of 29) and hitting just 7 out of 34 attempts from beyond the arc. Denver accumulated 23 fouls compared to New Orleans’ 15.
Nikola Jokic made a notable impact in the last game, scoring 21 points on 10 of 15 shooting. He logged 28 minutes on the floor and grabbed 12 rebounds while dishing out 10 assists, finishing with a shooting percentage of 66.7%.
As the Nuggets gear up for this contest, they hold a 3-1 record for the current season. They average 14.3 turnovers per game and commit approximately 23.0 fouls. Collectively, Denver is securing an average of 47.0 rebounds per game and has registered 127 assists this season, ranking 8th in the NBA for ball distribution. They are hitting an impressive 37.4% from the three-point arc (52 of 139) and boast a free-throw shooting percentage of 89.5%. The Nuggets are scoring an impressive 128.3 points per game, placing them 3rd overall in the league, along with a field goal percentage of 52.7%.
Defensively, the Nuggets are forcing an average of 14.5 turnovers each game while committing 20.5 personal fouls. They rank 3rd in the league for allowed assists, having conceded just 93 this season. Opponents shoot 44.8% from the field against them (160 of 357), and they allow roughly 37.5 rebounds per game. Additionally, Denver holds opponents to a 31.9% shooting percentage from distance, ranking 7th in the NBA for points allowed per game (112.5).
In their last encounter, the Trail Blazers secured a thrilling victory with a score of 136-134 against the Jazz. Portland managed to grab 26 defensive and 5 offensive rebounds, totaling 31 for the game. They turned the ball over 18 times but compensated with 14 steals. Utah committed 24 fouls, granting Portland 27 trips to the free-throw line, where they converted 23 for an 85.2% rate. From behind the arc, the Trail Blazers nailed 21 of their 55 attempts, resulting in a 38.2% shooting percentage. They shot 46 for 96 from the field, achieving a shooting accuracy of 47.9%. The Jazz made 41 out of 84 field goal attempts, reaching 48.8%, and hit 11 of 35 three-pointers (31.4%). Portland allowed Utah to collect 46 rebounds overall, with 12 coming from offensive boards.
Jrue Holiday provided a standout performance for the Trail Blazers, hitting 10 of 16 shots, which equates to a field goal percentage of 62.5%. He recorded 27 points, 5 rebounds, and 8 assists in 35 minutes of action.
With a win-loss record of 3-2 this season, the Trail Blazers are connecting on 44.9% of their field goals, ranking them 23rd in the league. They have accumulated 618 points this year, averaging 123.6 points per game while pulling down an average of 41.4 rebounds. Additionally, they are dishing out 27.4 assists per game (10th in the NBA) while committing an average of 17.6 turnovers. Portland averages 23.2 fouls per game and boasts an impressive 86.0% success rate at the free-throw line.
Defensively, the Trail Blazers rank 17th in points per game allowed with 118.6. They are generating 23.0 turnovers on average, while opponents are shooting 48.6% from the field (22nd in the NBA). Portland’s defense permits 37.9% shooting from beyond the three-point line (61 of 161) and they allow teams to connect on 83.7% of free-throw attempts. They give up an average of 24.8 assists and 44.0 rebounds per game, positioning them 9th and 14th in the league, respectively.
So, who will take the victory and cover the spread in tonight’s NBA showdown?
Prediction: Back Denver
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