Nuggets vs 76ers Picks and Prediction – 2/1/2025

In the first game of a Friday night NBA on ESPN doubleheader, the Denver Nuggets will square off against the Philadelphia 76ers from the Wells Fargo Center. For other NBA action see our NBA Predictions. The Nuggets (28-19) have lost three straight games and are currently sitting in fourth place in the Western Conference standings. On Wednesday, Denver allowed New York to shoot 52 percent from the field during a 122-112 road loss.

Denver G Jamal Murray led all scorers with 33 points on 13-for-25 shooting and dished out six assists. MVP Nikola Jokic was limited to 17 points, six rebounds, and six assists. Russell Westbrook added 14 points and 14 rebounds for the Nuggets. 

The Philadelphia 76ers have reeled off four straight victories and have moved into a tie with Chicago for tenth place in the Eastern Conference standings. The 76ers (19-27) are still playing without injured C Joel Embiid and rank in the bottom third of the league in offensive efficiency. On Wednesday, Philadelphia outscored Sacramento by 11 points during the fourth quarter to earn a 117-104 home victory. 

All-Star G Tyrese Maxey tallied a game-high 30 points on 12-for-24 shooting and dished out eight assists. Philadelphia G/F Kelly Oubre Jr. chipped in 15 points (6-12 FG) and six rebounds. Kyle Lowry and Ricky Council IV added 13 points apiece off the bench for the 76ers. 

Philadelphia G Paul George (finger) did not play during Wednesday’s victory and is listed as questionable for this contest. The Nuggets rank fourth in the league in offensive efficiency and have a major edge on the glass. Take Denver to win and cover on the road. Final Score Prediction, Denver Nuggets win 118-104.