Originally Posted by
frostno98
Strong lean Blazers +6.5
I like the Blazers in this spot for several reasons. The Blazers are probably the most consistent and competitive team that plays on the road. I like the Nuggets blowing teams away when they force alot of turnovers and playing good defense. This is unlikely to happen without Kenyon Martin in the lineup. The other thing that doesn't help is the absent of Ty Lawson. AC carter is just terrible as a backup point guard. He can't score or play any good defense without fouling. He also makes too many poor decisions in the fast break and affects the bench easy points production. These are the reasons why Portland might just win this game.
Leaner under 206.5
You got two competitive teams with two of the best point guards playing a very important division game. I like both Billups and Roy to manage this game well. By limiting possessions and taking only good shots. I don't expect a run and gun deal by the Nuggets like the two previous games, since they're playing against a well rested Portland team. Portland should be able to bring the D and slow the Nuggets offense.
Strong Leaner 3-1
Leaner 1-3