Denver Nuggets vs New Orleans Pelicans Betting Pick & Prediction for 11/19

The Denver Nuggets will visit the New Orleans Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center. The game is set for Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at 8:00 PM and will be broadcasted on ALT. The Nuggets come in with a strong 10-3 record, while the Pelicans are struggling at 2-12.

Denver, coached by David Adelman, ranks second in both the Western Conference and the Northwest Division. The team recently lost to the Chicago Bulls 130-127. On the other hand, the Pelicans, led by interim coach James Borrego, sit at the bottom of the Western Conference and the Southwest Division. They aim to break their six-game losing streak.

Nuggets vs Pelicans Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Denver Nuggets vs. New Orleans Pelicans
  • Venue: Smoothie King Center
  • Date: Wednesday, November 19, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Nuggets -13.5 (-110), Pelicans +13.5 (-112), Nuggets MoneyLine -829, Pelicans MoneyLine +565, Over/Under 232

Denver Nuggets Team Preview

The Denver Nuggets have a strong offensive game. They rank second in points per game with 124.6. Their field goal percentage is also high at 50.3, placing them second in the league. They excel in free throw shooting, making 22.7 per game.

Nikola Jokić leads the team with impressive stats. He averages 29.2 points, 13.4 rebounds, and 11.1 assists per game. Jamal Murray and Aaron Gordon are also key players, contributing 23.1 and 20.2 points per game, respectively.

The Nuggets will miss Christian Braun and Julian Strawther due to injuries. Braun has a left ankle sprain, while Strawther has low back pain. This might affect their depth for upcoming games.

New Orleans Pelicans Team Preview

The New Orleans Pelicans have struggled recently, dropping their last three home games. They lost to the Oklahoma City Thunder 126-109, with Trey Murphy III scoring 18 points. In the game against the Golden State Warriors, they fell 124-106, with Murphy III again leading with 20 points.

The Pelicans’ season stats show they score 108.3 points per game, ranking 30th. Their field goal percentage is 44.2, placing them 27th. They excel in blocked shots, leading the league with 2.9 per game.

The Pelicans are dealing with several injuries, impacting their lineup. Zion Williamson is questionable with a hamstring strain. Jordan Poole and Dejounte Murray are out with injuries, and Saddiq Bey is also questionable due to an ankle sprain.

BTB Betting Pick

The Denver Nuggets are favored by 13.5 points against the New Orleans Pelicans. The Nuggets score 124.6 points per game, while the Pelicans allow 121.9 points per game. Given the Nuggets’ strong offense and the Pelicans’ weak defense, Denver is likely to cover the spread. The projected score is Nuggets 126, Pelicans 111.

The total for the game is set at 232 points. The Nuggets have a solid defense, allowing 112.7 points per game. The Pelicans struggle offensively, scoring only 108.3 points per game. With these factors, the game is likely to stay under the total. The projected total score is 237 points, but the under is the safer pick due to the Nuggets’ defensive capabilities.