Denver Nuggets vs. San Antonio Spurs NBA Pick Prediction 12/9/2021 by Tony T.
Nuggets at Spurs—The core is listed as healthy for Denver. On the Spurs side Keldon Johnson is doubtful and Devin Vassell doubtful with a thigh. Spurs are on a back to back after a six point overtime win at New Orleans on Wednesday. Nuggets have lost seven of ten. They sit 29th in defensive efficiency in this period by allowing 116.6 points per 100 possessions. Spurs had covered five straight before a home loss to the Knicks in back to back games. The San Antonio cover streak came with at least one day rest between games. In that six game period the Spurs sit fourth in defensive efficiency by allowing 104.1 points per 100 possessions. Denver has lost and failed to cover three of four in back to backs. They are giving up five points above overall average in this spot. Play San Antonio +1.5.