Denver Nuggets vs Indiana Pacers Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/3

The Denver Nuggets and the Indiana Pacers are set to meet at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Wednesday, December 3, 2025. The game will start at 7:00 PM and will be broadcasted on FDSI. Denver comes into this contest with a strong record of 14-6, placing them 5th in the Western Conference.

Indiana, on the other hand, is struggling this season with a 4-17 record. They sit at the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings. The Nuggets have been solid on the road with an 8-2 away record, while the Pacers have had a tough time at home, going 4-7. Both teams are looking to bounce back from their recent losses as they prepare for this matchup.

Nuggets vs Pacers Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Denver Nuggets vs. Indiana Pacers
  • Venue: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
  • Date: Wednesday, December 3, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Nuggets Spread -7.5 (-110), Pacers Spread +7.5 (-111), Nuggets MoneyLine -301, Pacers MoneyLine +246, Over/Under 236.5 (-110)

Denver Nuggets Team Preview

The Denver Nuggets are heading into their next game with a record of mixed results. In their recent game against the Dallas Mavericks, they lost 131-121. Nikola Jokić put up strong numbers with 29 points, 20 rebounds, and 13 assists.

Offensively, the Nuggets rank first in points per game with 124.6. They also hold second place in field goal percentage at 50.9%. On the defensive end, they allow 115.8 points per game, placing them 14th in the league.

Key players for the Nuggets include Nikola Jokić and Jamal Murray. Jokić is averaging 28.9 points, 12.8 rebounds, and 11.1 assists per game. Murray contributes 23.3 points and 6.7 assists, but his status is uncertain due to an ankle sprain.

Indiana Pacers Team Preview

The Indiana Pacers have been active in their recent games. They lost to the Cleveland Cavaliers 135-119 on December 1, 2025. Pascal Siakam led the team with 26 points, while Andrew Nembhard added 21 points.

Offensively, the Pacers score 110.2 points per game, which ranks them 29th. They attempt 91 field goals per game, placing them 9th in that category. Their field goal percentage stands at 42.6%, which is last in the league.

Pascal Siakam is a key player for the Pacers, averaging 24.1 points per game. However, the team is dealing with several injuries. Obi Toppin and Tyrese Haliburton are both out, impacting the team’s depth and performance.

BTB Betting Pick

The Denver Nuggets are favored by 7.5 points against the Indiana Pacers. The Nuggets have the highest scoring offense in the league, averaging 124.6 points per game. Meanwhile, the Pacers rank near the bottom in scoring. Given the Nuggets’ strong offensive stats and the Pacers’ defensive struggles, picking the Nuggets to cover the -7.5 spread is a solid choice. Projected score: Nuggets 128, Pacers 114.

The total for the game is set at 236.5 points. The Nuggets allow 115.8 points per game, while the Pacers allow 119.4 points. Both teams have defenses that give up a lot of points. This suggests that the total could go over 236.5 points. Projected total: 242 points.