Denver Nuggets vs Washington Wizards Betting Pick & Prediction for 1/22
The Denver Nuggets will visit the Washington Wizards on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at Capital One Arena. The Nuggets have a record of 29-15 and are looking to bounce back after two recent losses. They sit third in the Western Conference and second in the Northwest Division. Jamal Murray leads the team with an impressive scoring average of 26 points per game. The game will be broadcast on ALT at 7:00 PM.
The Wizards, on the other hand, hold a 10-32 record and are struggling at the bottom of the Eastern Conference. They have lost their last seven games and rank 14th in their conference. Head coach Brian Keefe will rely on players like Alexandre Sarr, who averages 17.2 points per game, to try and secure a win at home. Both teams recently met on January 17, where the Nuggets won 121-115.
Nuggets vs Wizards Game Day Info
- Sport: NBA
- Teams: Denver Nuggets vs. Washington Wizards
- Venue: Capital One Arena
- Date: Thursday, January 22, 2026
- Betting Odds: Nuggets -5.5 (-110), Wizards +5.5 (-109), Nuggets MoneyLine -225, Wizards MoneyLine +186
Denver Nuggets Team Preview
The Denver Nuggets are coming off a challenging stretch. They recently lost to the Los Angeles Lakers, 115-107, despite Jamal Murray’s 28 points and 11 assists. The Nuggets also struggled against the Charlotte Hornets, falling 110-87.
Nikola Jokić will not play due to a knee injury. The Nuggets will rely on Jamal Murray, who averages 26.0 points per game, and Aaron Gordon, who is expected to return from a hamstring issue. Peyton Watson has also been a key player, contributing 14.0 points per game this season.
Offensively, the Nuggets are strong, ranking second in points per game with 121.4. They lead the league in field goal and three-point percentages. Defensively, they allow 117.0 points per game, which ranks 20th in the league, showing room for improvement.
Washington Wizards Team Preview
The Washington Wizards have faced challenges in recent games. They lost to the Los Angeles Clippers 110-106, with Alexandre Sarr scoring 28 points. Kyshawn George and Bub Carrington also contributed with 18 and 17 points, respectively.
On the season, the Wizards average 112.5 points per game, ranking them 25th. They are 5th in possessions per game but struggle defensively, allowing 123.6 points per game. Their rebounding and assist numbers are in the middle of the pack.
Injuries have impacted the Wizards’ lineup. Trae Young is out with quad and knee injuries, while Khris Middleton and Marvin Bagley III are questionable due to illnesses. The team will also miss Cam Whitmore for the rest of the season due to a shoulder issue.
BTB Betting Pick
The Denver Nuggets are favored by 5.5 points against the Washington Wizards. The Nuggets score 121.4 points per game, while the Wizards allow 123.6 points. This suggests the Nuggets could win by more than 5.5 points. The pick is for the Nuggets to cover the spread at -5.5.
The over/under for the game is set at 231.5 points. The Nuggets and Wizards combine for an average of 233.9 points per game. Given these numbers, the pick is for the game to go over 231.5 points.