Game: San Antonio Spurs at Denver Nuggets
Date & Time: Tuesday, November 28, 9:40 PM EST
Location: Ball Arena, Denver, CO
Point Spread: Nuggets -12.5T
otal (Over/Under): 232.5
The Impact of Wembanyama’s Injury
The dynamics of this game have fundamentally shifted with the news that Spurs rookie phenom Victor Wembanyama is out for the next few weeks with a calf injury. This absence significantly weakens San Antonio on both ends of the floor and transforms what was an intriguing matchup into a game with a much clearer favorite.
Revised Analysis
San Antonio Spurs: Wembanyama’s absence is a devastating blow. He is the focal point of their team. Without Wembanyama, the Spurs lack a true defensive anchor or a go-to scorer. Their offense will struggle to generate easy points, and their already struggling defense will be even more vulnerable. Expect a drop in scoring and rebounding production as other players adjust.
Denver Nuggets: While still missing key players like Gordon and Braun, the Nuggets now face a significantly less imposing Spurs team. The absence of Wembanyama greatly reduces the challenge of defending the interior. Nikola Jokic should dominate with less resistance.
Key Matchup: Nikola Jokic vs. The Remains of the Spurs’ Frontcourt
This is no longer a duel of rising stars. The battle in the paint has gone from intriguing to a massive mismatch. With Wembanyama out, it’s impossible to see how the Spurs can contain Jokic. Expect a big scoring and rebounding night for the Nuggets’ center.
Revised PredictionThe updated news regarding Wembanyama’s injury has dramatically changed this game. It is no longer a mismatch of young talent and NBA Champs, it is now a talent mismatch for the NBA Champs. The Nuggets, even without Gordon and Braun, are now a far more confident pick to win and cover the revised spread of -12.5. While Jokic may lead in scoring, it should be noted that the under 232.5 is a strong play for this game. The game is unlikely to be as quick paced as originally expected with Wemby out, the Spurs offense has no shot at reaching a high point total in this match up.
The Revised Picks:
The Pick: Nuggets -12.5Total Pick: Under 232.5
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