Nuggets vs. Warriors odds, line, prediction, time: 2025 NBA picks, March 17 best bets from proven model

Nuggets Face Warriors in Key Western Conference Clash

The Denver Nuggets (42-25) hit the road to take on the Golden State Warriors (39-28) in a crucial Western Conference showdown on Monday night. Denver has struggled recently, losing two of its last three games, including a 126-123 defeat to the Washington Wizards on Saturday, sealed by a game-winning three-pointer from Jordan Poole. Meanwhile, the Warriors are riding a seven-game winning streak, most recently edging out the New York Knicks 97-94 on Saturday.

Injury Concerns for Both Teams
The Nuggets could be without key players, as Nikola Jokić (elbow/ankle), Jamal Murray (ankle), and Aaron Gordon (calf/ankle) are all listed as questionable. The Warriors may also be missing their superstar, as Steph Curry (back) is questionable for Golden State.

Game Details and Betting Odds

• Tipoff: 10 p.m. ET at Chase Center, San Francisco
• Previous Meeting: Denver won 119-115 on Dec. 3, though Golden State covered as 5.5-point underdogs.
• Current Odds (via SportsLine):
  • Spread: Warriors -4.5
  • Over/Under: 238.5 total points
  • Money Line: Warriors -176, Nuggets +148

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