The Denver Nuggets (15 – 15) play host to the Charlotte Hornets (16 – 17) at 9:00pm EST on Thursday 23rd December 2021.
Denver open as 3.5 point favorites. So far this season the Nuggets are 13-17-0 against the spread (ATS) and 6-7-0 ATS when playing at home. The Nuggets are coming off a loss 108-104 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder
The visiting Hornets are 19-14-0 ATS and 9-12-0 ATS on the road. They’re 3-7 in their last 10 games and are seeking to get back to winning ways after suffering 3 consecutive losses.
Nuggets vs Hornets Betting Odds
Betting Odds: Nuggets Spread
Nuggets Spread -3.5 at Bovada
| Nuggets Spread | -3.5 |
| Hornets Spread | +3.5 |
| Over/Under | 229.5 |
| Time | 9:00pm EST |
| TV | NBA TV |
The Denver Nuggets are -120 and the Charlotte Hornets are -113 to cover the spread. Use our calculator to estimate your potential winnings.
Nuggets and Hornets Betting Trends
- The Nuggets are 6-4 in their last 10 games.
- Denver are 13-16-0 ATS and 6-7-0 ATS at home.
- Totals have gone over in 17 of the Nuggets’ 29 games
- The Hornets are 3-7 in their last 10 games.
- Charlotte are 19-14-0 ATS and 9-12-0 ATS on the road.
- Totals have gone over in 21 of the Hornets’ 33 games
Nuggets and Hornets Head to Head
- May 11, 2021: Denver Nuggets 117 @ Charlotte Hornets 112
- Mar 17, 2021: Charlotte Hornets 104 @ Denver Nuggets 129
Nuggets vs. Hornets Team Statistics
 | Statistics |  |
|---|---|---|
| 106.8 20th | Points Per Game | 114.9 2nd |
| 46.8% 4th | Field Goal % | 45.9% 13th |
| 34.9% 16th | 3PT % | 37.9% 2nd |
| 42.1% 29th | Rebounds | 43.6% 25th |
| 25.8% 5th | Assists | 26.6% 3rd |
| 13.6% 9th | Turnovers | 12.9% 6th |
| 7.4% 17th | Steals | 8.6% 6th |
| 4% 27th | Blocks | 5.3% 10th |
| 18.8% 9th | Fouls | 19.2% 13th |
Nuggets vs. Hornets Injury Report
Denver Nuggets Injuries
| Player | Position | Injury | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Markus Howard | PG | Knee | Expected to be out until at least Feb 1 |
| Bol Bol | C | Covid-19 | Expected to be out until at least Dec 28 |
| Michael Porter Jr. | SF | Back | Out for the season |
| PJ Dozier | SG | Knee | Out for the season |
| Jamal Murray | PG | Knee | Expected to be out until at least Mar 1 |
Charlotte Hornets Injuries
| Player | Position | Injury | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cody Martin | SF | Covid-19 | Expected to be out until at least Dec 29 |
Key players to watch
Denver Nuggets Key Player
Nikola Jokic 26.3 ppg, 7.1 apg, 13.4 rpg, 1.2 spg
Charlotte Hornets Key Player
Miles Bridges 20.2 ppg, 3.3 apg, 7.2 rpg, 1.2 spg
Who plays tonight in the NBA?
The Denver Nuggets are hosting the Charlotte Hornets at 9:00pm EST on Thursday 23rd December 2021.
What TV channel is Nuggets vs Hornets game on?
The Nuggets vs Hornets game is available on NBA TV.
What time is the Nuggets vs Hornets NBA game tonight?
Tonight’s NBA game between the Denver Nuggets and Charlotte Hornets is at 9:00pm EST.
Who is the betting favorite in the Nuggets vs Hornets NBA game tonight?
Denver Nuggets are the -173 betting favorites. Calculate your potential winnings from a $100 bet using our NBA odds calculator.
Why is Markus Howard not playing in tonights NBA game?
Markus Howard is dealing with Knee and is expected to be out until at least feb 1.
Why is Bol Bol not playing in tonights NBA game?
Bol Bol is dealing with Covid-19 and is expected to be out until at least dec 28.
Why is Michael Porter Jr. not playing in tonights NBA game?
Michael Porter Jr. is dealing with Back and is out for the season.
Why is PJ Dozier not playing in tonights NBA game?
PJ Dozier is dealing with Knee and is out for the season.
Why is Jamal Murray not playing in tonights NBA game?
Jamal Murray is dealing with Knee and is expected to be out until at least mar 1.
Why is Cody Martin not playing in tonights NBA game?
Cody Martin is dealing with Covid-19 and is expected to be out until at least dec 29.
