NBA Playoffs Odds: Nuggets and Clippers Forced to Game Seven

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Nuggets and Clippers forced to game seven in Denver

The Denver Nuggets failed to close the series, and now everything will be decided Saturday at home, after falling 111-105 to the Los Angeles Clippers in Game 6 on the road. The first-round series is now tied 3-3, and everything will be decided this Saturday in Game 7, played in Denver. As expected, the NBA 1st Half Lines have adjusted to reflect the tension of this series finale.

Adelman Furious Over Officiating

Nuggets interim coach David Adelman didn’t hide his frustration after the game. He insisted the referees allowed excessive physical contact against his star player, Nikola Jokic, and claimed they ignored repeated fouls.
He also said it was incredible that Jokic only went to the free throws two times.

Adelman even sarcastically remarked that he would do the same to the Clippers’ stars with a high level of contact in game seven in Denver on Saturday.

Jokic Held in Check, Murray Steps Up… But It Wasn’t Enough

The Nuggets’ stars, Jokic and Murray, scored 25 and 21 points, respectively, but Jokic managed just five points in the second half.
Meanwhile, Murray added eight rebounds and eight assists, but the rest of the team didn’t contribute enough. Denver has struggled to close out the series: They’ve lost four of their last five closeout games, something that’s impacting how the NBA 2nd Half Lines are shaping up for this crucial matchup.

Despite playing at home, the Nuggets don’t have a clear edge in the betting markets due to recent inconsistency. The NBA Playoffs Odds show a tighter contest than expected for a team that won the championship two seasons ago.

What Can We Expect From Game 7? Everything’s at Stake… Including the Best Betting Opportunities

The good news for Denver is that Game 7 will be at home, thanks to the tiebreaker they secured late in the season. Adelman made his message clear to the team:

With so much at stake, the NBA Playoffs odds are heating up. These two teams have a lot of individual talent. Their star figures—the Serbian Jokic, the Canadian Murray, and Los Angeles’ two superstars, Leonard and Harden—can and will be decisive contributors in all areas of the game. This matchup is ideal for bettors looking for value and excitement.