Before we dive into the Los Angeles Clippers vs. Denver Nuggets game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

You have $50,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team captain. The captain accumulates 1.5 times the standard fantasy points. Additionally, the captain is 1.5 times the standard cost of the flex position.

The remaining four players in your lineup will receive the standard fantasy points. Having stated that, it is highly important for you to identify the correct player for your captain position if you hope to win a large field DFS GPP (guaranteed prize pool) showdown contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for tomorrow night’s Nuggets vs. Clippers matchup.

Draftkings NBA Showdown Picks

Captain-Nikola Jokic, Center, Denver Nuggets $13,600

Denver center Nikola Jokic has certainly established himself as one of the best players in the National Basketball Association today. Having stated that, how has Jokic performed from a statistical perspective this season? Let’s examine the veteran center’s relevant player data from the 2024 NBA season to answer that question.

In the 76 games that center Nikola Jokic has played for the Denver Nuggets in the 2024 NBA season (including playoff gamess), Jokic is averaging a massive 29.3 points, 12.7 rebounds, 10.3 assists, 1.8 steals and 0.7 blocks a game.

Looking closer at the data just presented, in the 76 games that Jokic has played this season, Jokic is averaging a massive 67.7 Draftkings points a game.

It is noteworthy that these two teams have met multiple times this season. How did Nikola Jokic perform in the most recent matchup? In the Los Angeles Clippers 111-105 win over the Denver Nuggets two days ago, Denver center Nikola Jokic played exceptionally well. Let me be more specific. Jokic amassed 25 points, seven rebounds, eight assists, three steals and one block in the Clippers defeat of the Denver Nuggets.

Looking at the data just presented more closely, in the Los Angeles Clippers victory over the Denver Nuggets, Denver center Nikola Jokic tallied 52.8 Draftkings points. It has to be said, those are the type of DFS numbers that I need to see from a player that I select at the captain position.

In my opinion, Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic is the player most likely to accumulate the highest number of DraftKings points in this evening’s Western Conference playoff game. For that specific reason, I am backing Nikola Jokic as the captain for this single game DraftKings NBA Showdown contest slate.

Flex Plays

James Harden, Point Guard, Los Angeles Clippers $10,800

In the 85 games that point guard James Harden has played for the Los Angeles Clippers in the 2024 NBA season (including playoff games), Harden is averaging 22.8 points, 5.8 rebounds, 8.7 assists, 1.5 steals and 0.7 blocks a game.

Looking closer at the data just presented, in the 85 games that James Harden has played this season, Harden has compiled a 41% field goal percentage, a 35.2% three-point percentage and an 87.4% free throw percentage.

Additional flex plays I like to play well in this Western Conference playoff game (Draftkings price noted): Kawhi Leonard, Forward (Los Angeles Clippers) $10,200: Ivica Zubac, Center (Los Angeles Clippers) $9,200: Jamal Murray, Point Guard (Denver Nuggets) $9,800.

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Los Angeles Clippers Betting Preview

The Los Angeles Clippers needed to defend home court to force a series decider, and they did just that with a 111-105 win over the Nuggets in Game 6 on Thursday. James Harden led the team with 28 points and eight assists, Kawhi Leonard added 27 points with 10 rebounds and five assists, while Norman Powell chipped in with 24 points on nine of 15 shooting.

As a team, the Clippers shot 50 percent from the field and 12 of 39 from the 3-point line as they traded shots with the Nuggets in a tightly contested first half. Before they went on a pivotal 12-0 run early in the third quarter to take a 15-point lead, which was just enough to hold off a late charge from the Nuggets. Nicolas Batum was a real spark plug for the Clippers off the bench, and he had his fingers all over this game to finish with six points, six assists, two steals and three blocks in 34 minutes of action.

Denver Nuggets Betting Preview

Meanwhile, the Denver Nuggets had all the momentum in the series, but it’s now down to one game at home after falling short to the Clippers on Thursday. Nikola Jokic continued his terrific form with 25 points, seven rebounds, eight assists and three steals, Jamal Murray added 21 points with eight rebounds and eight assists while Aaron Gordon chipped in with 19 points on nine of 16 shooting.

As a team, the Nuggets shot 52 percent from the field and 11 of 27 from the 3-point line, which are solid numbers that had them in the contest, until the third quarter where they allowed the Clippers to start to pull away. Russell Westbrook produced 14 points with 10 rebounds and six assists off the bench, but they needed more from Michael Porter Jr, who finished with just five points on two of five shooting.

Why the Denver Nuggets will win

• The Clippers have lost each of their last eight games at Ball Arena following a home win.
• The Nuggets have won 11 of their last 12 playoff home games against Pacific Division opponents.
• The Clippers have failed to cover the spread in seven of their last eight games at Ball Arena following a home win.
• The Nuggets have covered the spread in 15 of their last 20 games at Ball Arena against Clippers teams that held a winning record.

Why the Los Angeles Clippers will win

• The Clippers have won 12 of their last 13 night games.
• The Nuggets have lost four of their last six playoff games as home favorites.
• The Nuggets have failed to cover the spread in each of their last eight games as favorites following a road loss.
• The Clippers have covered the spread in each of their last seven games as underdogs.

Denver Nuggets Player Facts

• Nikola Jokic is the only qualified player in the league averaging at least 25.0 points, 10.0 assists and 5.0 rebounds this season.
• Christian Braun ranks 1st in the league for fast break points (403) this season.

Los Angeles Clippers Player Facts

• Ivica Zubac ranks T2nd in the league for second chance points (299) this season.
• Kris Dunn ranks 3rd amongst qualified players for steals per 36 minutes (2.6) this season.

Nuggets vs Clippers Prediction

Jokic has been rock solid for the Nuggets in this series with averages of 25.3 points, 11.8 rebounds and 10.5 assists per game, but this game really comes down to how much help he gets home his teammates. The Clippers were able to get a combined 79 points from Harden, Leonard, and Powell on Thursday, so the Nuggets will be in trouble unless their role players like Braun and Porter Jr step up.

The Nuggets have home-court advantage, which is why they are slight favorites in this spot, but the Clippers have already beaten the Nuggets twice in three games at the Ball Arena in this series. I think they seal the deal with a minor upset on the road in this one. You can make an argument for either side, but I think the Nuggets’ decision to fire their head coach finally catches up to them when the stakes are highest. Give me the Clippers to book their ticket to the second round with a gritty win on the road.

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Denver Nuggets Betting Preview

The Denver Nuggets are now just one win away from advancing to the second round after running past the Clippers in a 131-115 home win in Game 5 on Tuesday. Jamal Murray led the team with 43 points and seven assists, Aaron Gordon added 23 points on seven of 11 shooting, Russell Westbrook scored 21 points off the bench while Nikola Jokic tallied a triple-double of 13 points with 10 rebounds and 12 assists.

As a team, the Nuggets shot a healthy 55 percent from the field and 17 of 33 from the 3-point line as they opened the game with a 17-6 run to take the lead into halftime. Before they opened the third quarter with a 15-6 run to pull away and win comfortably at home.

Los Angeles Clippers Betting Preview

Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Clippers are now in serious trouble after dropping the last two games to find themselves on the brink of elimination. In Thursday’s blowout loss, Ivica Zubac led the team in scoring with 27 points, Kawhi Leonard added 20 points with nine rebounds and 11 assists, Bogdan Bogdanovic scored 18 points while Kris Dunn chipped in with 15 points.

As a team, the Clippers shot 52 percent from the field and 11 of 29 from the 3-point line as they did a decent job of weathering the early storm and staying within striking distance. Until they got blown away in the third quarter to trail by as many as 22 points at one stage. James Harden just couldn’t get going all night as he finished with just 11 points with five assists on three of nine shooting while committing four turnovers.

Why the Los Angeles Clippers will win

• The Clippers have won 13 of their last 14 night games at Intuit Dome.
• The Nuggets have lost seven of their last eight Western Conference First Round road games against Pacific Division opponents following a win.
• The Clippers have covered the spread in eight of their last nine home games following a road loss.
• The Nuggets have failed to cover the spread in six of their last seven night games following a home win.

Why the Denver Nuggets will win

• The Nuggets have won each of their last seven games as underdogs against the Clippers following a win.
• The Clippers have lost four of their last five Western Conference First Round games as favorites against Northwest Division opponents.
• The Nuggets have covered the spread in each of their last eight games as underdogs against the Clippers following a win.
• The Clippers have failed to cover the spread in seven of their last eight playoff games as favorites against Northwest Division opponents following a loss.

Los Angeles Clippers Player Facts

• Ivica Zubac ranks T2nd in the league for second chance points (299) this season.
• Kris Dunn ranks 3rd amongst qualified players for steals per 36 minutes (2.6) this season.

Denver Nuggets Player Facts

• Nikola Jokic is the only qualified player in the league averaging at least 25.0 points, 10.0 assists and 5.0 rebounds this season.
• Christian Braun ranks 1st in the league for fast break points (403) this season.

Clippers vs Nuggets Prediction

The Clippers had their chance to take a 3-1 series lead not too long ago, but now they find themselves on the brink of another early playoff exit after getting run off the court by the Nuggets in Game 5. The Clippers did a great job of weathering an early barrage from the Nuggets and keeping the margin to just eight points at halftime. But just a little run from the Nuggets had the Clippers trailing by double digits the entire second half.

The Nuggets were really in a flow on offense from the start of Game 5, and they didn’t even need a big scoring game from Jokic as the role players stepped up, but that was at home. The Clippers can atone for their mistakes on Tuesday with a win here, but they are going to need Leonard and Harden to both step up at home. The line is a bit hefty, but I think the Clippers force a series decider with a win and cover at home in this spot.

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Before we dive into the Los Angeles Clippers vs. Denver Nuggets game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

You have $50,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team captain. The captain accumulates 1.5 times the standard fantasy points. Additionally, the captain is 1.5 times the standard cost of the flex position.

The remaining four players in your lineup will receive the standard fantasy points. Having stated that, it is highly important for you to identify the correct player for your captain position if you hope to win a large field DFS GPP (guaranteed prize pool) showdown contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for tomorrow night’s Nuggets vs. Clippers matchup.

Draftkings NBA Showdown Picks

Captain-James Harden, Point Guard, Los Angeles Clippers $11,800

Veteran point guard James Harden has been an essential part of the Los Angeles Clippers starting lineup this season. With that said, how has Harden performed from a statistical standpoint? Let’s examine Harden’s relevant game data from this season to answer that question.

In the 84 games that point guard James Harden has played for the Los Angeles Clippers in the 2024 NBA season (including playoff games), Harden is averaging 22.8 points, 5.8 rebounds, 8.7 assists, 1.5 steals and 0.7 blocks a game.

Looking closer at the data just presented, in the 84 games that James Harden has played this season, Harden has compiled a 41% field goal percentage, a 35.2% three-point percentage and an 87.4% free throw percentage.

These two teams have met multiple times this season. How did Harden perform in the most recent matchup? Who prevailed? In the Denver Nuggets 131-115 win over the Los Angeles Clippers last night, Los Angeles point guard James Harden played rather well. The veteran point guard amassed 11 points, eight rebounds, five assists and two steals in the Nuggets defeat of the Los Angeles Clippers.

As I noted in the rules section above, selecting the correct player at the captain position for a Draftkings NBA showdown lineup is absolutely vital if you hope to win a large field GPP (guaranteed prize pool) DFS contest. Remember to keep that in mind as you construct your lineups.

In my opinion, James Harden is the most likely player to post the most Draftkings points in this NBA playoff game. With that said, I am backing Los Angeles Clippers point guard James Harden at the captain position for this one game Draftkings NBA Showdown contest.

Flex Plays

Nikola Jokic, Center, Denver Nuggets $13,600

In the 75 games that center Nikola Jokic has played for the Denver Nuggets in the 2024 NBA season (including playoff gamess), Jokic is averaging a massive 29.3 points, 12.7 rebounds, 10.3 assists, 1.8 steals and 0.7 blocks a game.

Looking closer at the data just presented, in the 75 games that Jokic has played this season, Jokic is averaging a whopping 67.7 Draftkings points a game.

Additional flex plays I like to play well in this Western Conference playoff game (Draftkings price noted): Kawhi Leonard, Forward (Los Angeles Clippers) $10,200: Ivica Zubac, Center (Los Angeles Clippers) $9,800: Jamal Murray, Point Guard (Denver Nuggets) $9,600.

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Before we dive into the Los Angeles Clippers vs. Denver Nuggets game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

You have $50,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team captain. The captain accumulates 1.5 times the standard fantasy points. Additionally, the captain is 1.5 times the standard cost of the flex position.

The remaining four players in your lineup will receive the standard fantasy points. Having stated that, it is highly important for you to identify the correct player for your captain position if you hope to win a large field DFS GPP (guaranteed prize pool) showdown contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for tonight’s Los Angeles Clippers vs. Denver Nuggets matchup.

Draftkings NBA Showdown Picks

Captain-James Harden, Point Guard, Los Angeles Clippers $11,000

Talented point guard James Harden has been a standout performer for of the Los Angeles Clippers this season. Let’s examine Harden’s relevant game data from this season to better shed light on his contributions to his team.

In the 83 games that point guard James Harden has played for the Los Angeles Clippers in the 2024 NBA season (including playoff games), Harden is averaging 22.8 points, 5.8 rebounds, 8.7 assists, 1.5 steals and 0.7 blocks a game.

Looking closer at the data just presented, in the 83 games that James Harden has played this season, Harden has compiled a 41% field goal percentage, a 35.2% three-point percentage and an 87.4% free throw percentage.

These two teams have met multiple times this season. How did Harden perform in the most recent matchup? Who prevailed? In the Denver Nuggets 101-99 win over the Los Angeles Clippers three days ago, Los Angeles point guard James Harden played exceptionally well. The veteran point guard amassed 15 points, four rebounds, 11 assists, two steals and two blocks in the Nuggets defeat of the Los Angeles Clippers.

As I noted in the rules section above, selecting the correct player at the captain position for a Draftkings NBA showdown lineup is absolutely vital if you hope to win a large field GPP (guaranteed prize pool) DFS contest. Remember to keep that in mind as you construct your lineups.

In my opinion, James Harden is the most likely player to post the most Draftkings points in this NBA playoff game. With that said, I am backing Los Angeles Clippers point guard James Harden at the captain position for this one game Draftkings NBA Showdown contest.

Flex Plays

Nikola Jokic, Center, Denver Nuggets $13,600

In the 74 games that center Nikola Jokic has played for the Denver Nuggets in the 2024 NBA season (including playoff gamess), Jokic is averaging a massive 29.5 points, 12.7 rebounds, 10.3 assists, 1.8 steals and 0.6 blocks a game.

Looking closer at the data just presented, in the 74 games that Jokic has played this season, Jokic is averaging a whopping 67.7 Draftkings points a game.

Additional flex plays I like to play well in this Western Conference playoff game (Draftkings price noted): Kawhi Leonard, Forward (Los Angeles Clippers) $10,400: Ivica Zubac, Center (Los Angeles Clippers) $10,000: Jamal Murray, Point Guard (Denver Nuggets) $9,600.

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Los Angeles Clippers Betting Preview

The Los Angeles Clippers will be aiming to reclaim the series lead after suffering a heartbreaking 101-99 defeat to the Nuggets in Game 4 on Saturday. Kawhi Leonard led the team with 24 points, Norman Powell added 22 points, Ivica Zubac added 19 points with 12 rebounds and six assists while James Harden chipped in with 15 points and 11 assists.

As a team, the Clippers shot 44 percent from the field and 10 of 30 from the 3-point line as they caught fire in the fourth quarter to overcome a 22-point deficit. Only to get stunned at the buzzer, where the Nuggets’ Aaron Gordon tipped in a missed shot to snatch the game away in a shocking finish. Kris Dunn had a night to forget as he shot just one of nine from the field to finish with just three points, while no bench players scored more than seven points.

Denver Nuggets Betting Preview

Meanwhile, the Denver Nuggets must be feeling so lucky that they aren’t behind in the series after they took a crucial win in Game 4. Nikola Jokic continued his terrific form with 36 points, 21 rebounds and eight assists, Michael Porter Jr and Christian Braun each scored 17 points while Aaron Gordon chipped in with 14 points, six rebounds and five assists.

As a team, the Nuggets shot 46 percent from the field and 10 of 29 from the 3-point line as they looked to be headed for overtime after they squandered a 22-point lead. Before Gordon saved the day with a clutch tip in to steal the game for the Nuggets at the buzzer.

Why the Denver Nuggets will win

• The Nuggets have won each of their last six games as underdogs against the Clippers following a win.
• The Clippers have lost 11 of their last 12 games at Ball Arena against Nuggets teams that held a winning record.
• The Nuggets have covered the spread in each of their last seven games as underdogs against the Clippers following a win.
• The Clippers have failed to cover the spread in each of their last five games as road favorites against Western Conference opponents.

Why the Los Angeles Clippers will win

• The Clippers have won each of their last 11 night games.
• The Nuggets have lost each of their last four games after winning as underdogs.
• The Clippers have covered the spread in each of their last six games against Northwest Division opponents after losing as favorites.
• The Nuggets have failed to cover the spread in each of their last six home games against Pacific Division opponents.

Denver Nuggets Player Facts

• Nikola Jokic is the only qualified player in the league averaging at least 25.0 points, 10.0 assists and 5.0 rebounds this season.
• Christian Braun ranks 1st in the league for fast break points (403) this season.

Los Angeles Clippers Player Facts

• Ivica Zubac ranks T2nd in the league for second chance points (299) this season.
• Kris Dunn ranks 3rd amongst qualified players for steals per 36 minutes (2.6) this season.

Nuggets vs Clippers Prediction

The Clippers are coming in with the same lineup, while the Nuggets are still keeping an eye on Russell Westbrook, who is listed as questionable for this one. The Clippers looked as though they were well on their way to a crucial win as they had all the momentum after they erased that 22-point deficit, but the Nuggets stole the game on a clutch play from Gordon.

The Nuggets open as slight underdogs at home, but you would have the Clippers as favorites too if you saw how they dominated most of the fourth quarter on Sunday. This should be another close one, but I think the Clippers are the better team and I like them to earn a crucial win here behind their superior defense.

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Before we dive into the Los Angeles Clippers vs. Denver Nuggets game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

You have $50,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team captain. The captain accumulates 1.5 times the standard fantasy points. Additionally, the captain is 1.5 times the standard cost of the flex position.

The remaining four players in your lineup will receive the standard fantasy points. Having stated that, it is highly important for you to identify the correct player for your captain position if you hope to win a large field DFS GPP (guaranteed prize pool) showdown contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for tonight’s Denver Nuggets vs. Los Angeles Clippers matchup.

Draftkings NBA Showdown Picks

Captain-James Harden, Point Guard, Los Angeles Clippers $10,200

Veteran point guard James Harden has been an essential part of the Los Angeles Clippers starting lineup this season. Let’s examine Harden’s relevant game data from this season to better shed light on his contributions to his team.

In the 82 games that point guard James Harden has played for the Los Angeles Clippers in the 2024 NBA season (including playoff games), Harden is averaging 22.8 points, 5.8 rebounds, 8.7 assists, 1.5 steals and 0.7 blocks a game.

Looking closer at the data just presented, in the 82 games that James Harden has played this season, Harden has compiled a 41% field goal percentage, a 35.2% three-point percentage and an 87.4% free throw percentage.

These two teams have met multiple times this season. How did Harden perform in the most recent matchup? In the Los Angeles Clippers dominant 117-83 win over the Denver Nuggets two days ago, Los Angeles point guard James Harden played rather well. Let me be more specific. The talented point guard amassed 20 points, six rebounds and nine assists in the Los Angeles Clippers defeat of the Nuggets.

As I noted in the rules section above, selecting the correct player at the captain position for a Draftkings NBA showdown lineup is absolutely vital if you hope to win a large field GPP (guaranteed prize pool) DFS contest. Remember to keep that in mind as you construct your lineups.

In my view, James Harden is the most likely player to post the most Draftkings points in this NBA playoff game. With that said, I am backing Los Angeles Clippers point guard James Harden at the captain position for this one game Draftkings NBA Showdown contest.

Flex Plays

Nikola Jokic, Center, Denver Nuggets $13,000

Center Nikola Jokic has been a standout performer for the Denver Nuggets this season. In the 73 games that center Nikola Jokic has played for the Denver Nuggets in the 2024 NBA season (including playoff gamess), Jokic is averaging a massive 29.5 points, 12.7 rebounds, 10.3 assists, 1.8 steals and 0.6 blocks a game.

Looking closer at the data just presented, in the 73 games that Jokic has played this season, Jokic is averaging a whopping 67.7 Draftkings points a game.

Additional flex plays I like to play well in this Western Conference playoff game (Draftkings price noted): Kawhi Leonard, Forward (Los Angeles Clippers) $9,800: Ivica Zubac, Center (Los Angeles Clippers) $9,400: Jamal Murray, Point Guard (Denver Nuggets) $8,800.

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Denver Nuggets Betting Preview

The Denver Nuggets will be hoping to square up the series after getting embarrassed by the Clippers in a demoralizing 117-83 defeat in Game 3. Nikola Jokic led the team with a triple-double of 23 points with 13 rebounds and 13 assists, Jamal Murray added 23 points while Aaron Gordon chipped in with 15 points, but no other player finished in double figures in scoring.

As a team, the Nuggets shot just 40 percent from the field and seven of 26 from the 3-point line as they struggled from the start and were never really in the contest after falling behind by 65-47 going into halftime. The Nuggets got just six points from their bench players, and Michael Porter shot just two of nine for his seven points. However, the Nuggets’ biggest issue was definitely on the defensive end, as they just allowed way too many uncontested layups and dunks in this one.

Los Angeles Clippers Betting Preview

Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Clippers will be brimming with confidence after they took the lead in the series with a dominant win in Game 3 on Thursday. Kawhi Leonard led the team with 21 points, 11 rebounds and six assists, James Harden and Norman Powell each scored 20 points while Ivica Zubac chipped in with 19 points on eight of 12 shooting.

As a team, the Clippers shot 48 percent from the field and 18 of 39 from the 3-point line as they got off to a quick start and cruised their way to an 18-point lead at halftime. Before, they played great defense and held the Nuggets to just 13 points in the fourth quarter to make it a complete blowout win at home.

Why the Los Angeles Clippers will win

• The Clippers have won each of their last 10 games as favorites.
• The Nuggets have lost 13 of their 14 previous Western Conference First Round road games against Pacific Division opponents following a loss.
• The Clippers have covered the spread in each of their last seven games against teams that held a winning record.
• The Nuggets have failed to cover the spread in eight of their last nine games against Pacific Division opponents that held a winning record.

Why the Denver Nuggets will win

• The Nuggets have won each of their last seven day games against Pacific Division opponents that held a winning record.
• The Clippers have lost four of their last six Western Conference First Round games as home favorites.
• The underdogs have covered the spread in six of the Nuggets’ last seven Western Conference First Round games.
• The Clippers have failed to cover the spread in five of their last six Western Conference First Round home games against Northwest Division opponents.

Los Angeles Clippers Player Facts

• Ivica Zubac ranks T2nd in the league for second chance points (299) this season.
• Kris Dunn ranks 3rd amongst qualified players for steals per 36 minutes (2.6) this season.

Denver Nuggets Player Facts

• Nikola Jokic is the only qualified player in the league averaging at least 25.0 points, 10.0 assists and 5.0 rebounds this season.
• Christian Braun ranks 1st in the league for fast break points (403) this season.

Clippers vs Nuggets Prediction

The Nuggets are keeping eyes on Russell Westbrook and Michael Porter Jr, who are both questionable for this one, while the Clippers are coming in with a full squad once again. All the pressure is on the Nuggets to respond after an embarrassing defensive effort in Game 3, but I just don’t see them being able to make the adjustments quick enough, especially without their usual head coach.

The Clippers hold all the momentum in the series, they are the healthier team, and I expect them to dominate once again in this one. The Nuggets are having major issues trying to guard Leonard, and on the defensive end they are just allowing too many easy baskets.

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Before we dive into the Los Angeles Clippers vs. Denver Nuggets game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

You have $50,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team captain. The captain accumulates 1.5 times the standard fantasy points. Additionally, the captain is 1.5 times the standard cost of the flex position.

The remaining four players in your lineup will receive the standard fantasy points. Having stated that, it is highly important for you to identify the correct player for your captain position if you hope to win a large field DFS GPP (guaranteed prize pool) showdown contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for tonight’s Denver Nuggets vs. Los Angeles Clippers matchup.

Draftkings NBA Showdown Picks

Captain-Nikola Jokic, Center, Denver Nuggets $13,600

Denver center Nikola Jokic has certainly established himself as one of the best players in the National Basketball Association today. Having stated that, how has Jokic performed from a statistical perspective this season? Let’s examine the veteran center’s relevant player data from the 2024 NBA season to answer that question.

In the 72 games that center Nikola Jokic has played for the Denver Nuggets in the 2024 NBA season (including playoff gamess), Jokic is averaging a massive 29.5 points, 12.7 rebounds, 10.3 assists, 1.8 steals and 0.6 blocks a game.

It is noteworthy that these two teams have met multiple times this season. How did Nikola Jokic perform in the most recent matchup? In the Los Angeles Clippers 105-102 win over the Denver Nuggets three days ago, Denver center Nikola Jokic played exceptionally well. Let me be more specific. Jokic amassed 26 points, 11 rebounds, ten assists and three steals in the Clippers defeat of the Denver Nuggets.

Looking at the data just presented more closely, in the Los Angeles Clippers victory over the Denver Nuggets, Denver center Nikola Jokic accumulated a whopping 63.8 Draftkings points. It has to be said, those are the type of DFS numbers that I need to see from a player that I select at the captain position.

In my opinion, Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic is the player most likely to accumulate the highest number of DraftKings points in this evening’s Western Conference playoff game. For that specific reason, I am backing Nikola Jokic as the captain for this single game DraftKings NBA Showdown contest slate.

Flex Plays

James Harden, Point Guard, Los Angeles Clippers $11,000

In the 81 games that point guard James Harden has played for the Los Angeles Clippers in the 2024 NBA season (including playoff games), Harden is averaging 22.8 points, 5.8 rebounds, 8.7 assists, 1.5 steals and 0.7 blocks a game.

Looking closer at the data just presented, in the 81 games that James Harden has played this season, Harden has compiled a 41% field goal percentage, a 35.2% three-point percentage and an 87.4% free throw percentage.

Additional flex plays I like to play well in tonight’s Western Conference playoff game (Draftkings price noted): Kawhi Leonard, Forward (Los Angeles Clippers) $10,600: Ivica Zubac, Center (Los Angeles Clippers) $9,600: Russell Westbrook, Point Guard (Denver Nuggets) $6,800.

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Denver Nuggets Betting Preview

The Denver Nuggets will be hoping to bounce back in this one after falling painfully short to the Clippers in a 105-102 home defeat in Game 2 on Monday. Nikola Jokic led the team with a triple-double of 26 points with 11 rebounds and 10 assists, Jamal Murray added 23 points with six assists while Michael Porter Jr tallied 15 points with 15 rebounds. As a team, the Nuggets shot 46 percent from the field and 14 of 32 from the 3-point line, and they dominated the boards by 50-32. However, the Nuggets were sloppy with the ball and committed 20 turnovers while shooting just 14 of 22 from the free throw line, which was the difference in a close game that could’ve easily gone either way.

Los Angeles Clippers Betting Preview

Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Clippers needed to steal a game to claim home-court advantage and they did just that with a gritty 105-102 road win in Game 2. Kawhi Leonard barely missed all night as he led the team with 39 points with five assists on 15 of 19 shooting, James Harden added 18 points with seven assists while Ivica Zubac chipped in with 16 points, 12 rebounds and four assists. As a team, the Clippers shot 48 percent from the field and 13 of 34 from the 3-point line as they battled with the Nuggets in a close contest, before they turned to Powell and Leonard who both match clutch shots in the final 1:30 to drag the Clippers over the line.

Why the Los Angeles Clippers will win

• The Clippers have won each of their last 10 night games.
• The Nuggets have lost 12 of their 13 previous Western Conference First Round road games against Pacific Division opponents following a loss.
• The Clippers have covered the spread in each of their last six games against teams that held a winning record.
• The Nuggets have failed to cover the spread in seven of their last eight games against Pacific Division opponents that held a winning record.

Why the Denver Nuggets will win

• The Nuggets have won each of their last four playoff games as underdogs against Pacific Division opponents.
• The Clippers have lost four of their last five Western Conference First Round games as home favorites.
• The underdogs have covered the spread in each of the Nuggets’ last six Western Conference First Round games.
• The Clippers have failed to cover the spread in each of their last five Western Conference First Round home games against Northwest Division opponents.

Los Angeles Clippers Player Facts

• Ivica Zubac ranks T2nd in the league for second chance points (299) this season.
• Kris Dunn ranks 3rd amongst qualified players for steals per 36 minutes (2.6) this season.

Denver Nuggets Player Facts

• Nikola Jokic is the only qualified player in the league averaging at least 25.0 points, 10.0 assists and 5.0 rebounds this season.
• Christian Braun ranks 1st in the league for fast break points (403) this season.

Clippers vs Nuggets Prediction

The Nuggets are keeping an eye on Michael Porter Jr, who is questionable for this one, while the Clippers are coming in with a full squad once again. The Nuggets will be disappointed that they couldn’t win both of their home games, but they could easily be down 2-0 in the series given how close this series has been so far. The Clippers were able to arrest the momentum with a crucial win in Game 2. I think they can keep it going with another win in this one, but the line just seems a bit too high for what has been a tight contest so far.

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Before we dive into the Los Angeles Clippers vs. Denver Nuggets game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

You have $50,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team captain. The captain accumulates 1.5 times the standard fantasy points. Additionally, the captain is 1.5 times the standard cost of the flex position.

The remaining four players in your lineup will receive the standard fantasy points. Having stated that, it is highly important for you to identify the correct player for your captain position if you hope to win a large field DFS GPP (guaranteed prize pool) showdown contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for tonight’s Los Angeles Clippers vs. Denver Nuggets matchup.

Draftkings NBA Showdown Picks

Captain-Nikola Jokic, Center, Denver Nuggets $13,600

Denver center Nikola Jokic has certainly established himself as one of the best players in the National Basketball Association today. Having stated that, how has Jokic performed from a statistical perspective this season? Let’s examine the veteran center’s relevant player data from the 2024 NBA season to answer that question.

In the 71 games that center Nikola Jokic has played for the Denver Nuggets in the 2024 NBA season (including playoffs), Jokic is averaging 67.8 Draftkings points a game.

These two teams have met multiple times this season. How did Jokic play in the most recent meeting? In the Denver Nuggets thrilling 112-110 win over the Los Angeles Clippers two days ago, Denver center Nikola Jokic certainly played at a high level. More specifically, Jokic amassed 29 points, nine rebounds, 12 assists, one block and three steals in the Nuggets victory over the Clippers.

Looking at the data just presented more closely, in the Denver Nuggets win over the Los Angeles Clippers, Denver center Nikola Jokic accumulated a robust 67.25 Draftkings points. It has to be said, those are the type of DFS numbers that I need to see from a player that I select at the captain position.

In my opinion, Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic is the player most likely to accumulate the highest number of DraftKings points in this evening’s NBA playoff season game. For that specific reason, I am rolling with Nikola Jokic as the captain for this single game DraftKings NBA Showdown contest slate.

Flex Plays

James Harden, Point Guard, Los Angeles Clippers $10,000

In the 80 games that point guard James Harden has played for the Los Angeles Clippers in the 2024 NBA season (including playoff games), Harden is averaging 22.8 points, 5.8 rebounds, 8.7 assists, 1.5 steals and 0.7 blocks a game.

Looking closer at the data just presented, in the 80 games that James Harden has played this season, Harden has compiled a 41% field goal percentage, a 35.2% three-point percentage and an 87.4% free throw percentage.

Additional flex plays I like to play well in tomorrow afternoon’s NBA game (Draftkings price noted): Kawhi Leonard, Forward (Los Angeles Clippers) $10,600: Ivica Zubac, Center (Los Angeles Clippers) $9,600: Russell Westbrook, Point Guard (Denver Nuggets) $6,800.

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Los Angeles Clippers Betting Preview

The Los Angeles Clippers will be kicking themselves after missing out on a crucial chance to steal home court advantage in Game 1 on Saturday. James Harden led the team with 32 points and 11 assists on 11 of 22 shooting, Kawhi Leonard added 22 points, Ivica Zubac scored 21 points with 13 rebounds while Norman Powell chipped in with 12 points. As a team, the Clippers shot 50 percent from the field and 12 of 33 from the 3-point line as they stormed out of the gates with 35 points in the first quarter to take an early 15-point lead. But they never put the Nuggets away, and it cost them in overtime where they scored just four points in the first 3:43 to allow the Nuggets to pull away. All five starters finished in double figures in scoring, but the Clippers got just 13 points from their bench players.

Denver Nuggets Betting Preview

Meanwhile, the Denver Nuggets really stumbled their way into the postseason low on confidence and under a new head coach. But they will be feeling so much better after hanging onto home-court advantage with a 112-110 overtime win over the Clippers in Game 2. 1. Nikola Jokic led the team with 29 points, nine rebounds and 12 assists, Aaron Gordon added 25 points with eight rebounds while Jamal Murray chipped in with 21 points, nine rebounds and seven assists. As a team, the Nuggets shot 43 percent from the field and nine of 27 from the 3-point line as they got off to a slow start. They had to claw their way back from an early 15-point deficit, before they played excellent defense in overtime sparked by Russell Westbrook to cap off the comeback win at home.

Why the Denver Nuggets will win

• The Clippers have lost each of their last 11 games at Ball Arena against Nuggets teams that held a winning record.
• The Nuggets have won each of their last 10 playoff home games against Pacific Division opponents.
• The Nuggets have covered the spread in each of their last seven games as underdogs against the Clippers following a win.
• The Clippers have failed to cover the spread in each of their last five games as road favorites against Western Conference opponents.

Why the Los Angeles Clippers will win

• The Clippers have won each of their last nine night games.
• The Nuggets have lost four of their last five games after coming off overtime.
• The Clippers have covered the spread in eight of their last nine road games.
• The Nuggets have failed to cover the spread in eight of their last nine home games against teams that held a winning record.

Denver Nuggets Player Facts

• Nikola Jokic is the only qualified player in the league averaging at least 25.0 points, 10.0 assists and 5.0 rebounds this season.
• Christian Braun ranks 1st in the league for fast break points (403) this season.

Los Angeles Clippers Player Facts

• Ivica Zubac ranks T2nd in the league for second chance points (299) this season.
• Kris Dunn ranks 3rd amongst qualified players for steals per 36 minutes (2.6) this season.

Nuggets vs Clippers Prediction

The Clippers will be so disappointed with the result in Game 1, but they will take plenty of confidence from their effort, especially from Harden who really stepped it up on Saturday. They just couldn’t make their open shots in overtime, and that was the difference in a game that could’ve easily gone either way. The Nuggets were able to hold onto home-court advantage with a gritty win in Game 1, but they still open as slight underdogs in this one. It’s tempting to take the Nuggets as underdogs at home, but the Clippers were the better team for most of the game on Saturday. I think they make some adjustments and escape with a narrow win to level the series in this spot.

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LA Clippers Betting Preview

The LA Clippers enter the playoff on an eight-game winning streak. The Clippers are in the playoffs for a third straight season and for the sixth time in the last seven seasons.

The LA Clippers are averaging 114.3 points on 48.2 percent shooting and allowing 109.6 points on 46.1 percent shooting. Norman Powell is averaging 21.8 points and 3.2 rebounds, while James Harden is averaging 22.8 points and 5.8 rebounds. Kawhi Leonard is the third double-digit scorer, and Ivica Zubac is grabbing 12.6 rebounds. The LA Clippers are shooting 37.3 percent from beyond the arc and 79.7 percent from the free-throw line. The LA Clippers are allowing 35 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 44.3 rebounds per game.

Denver Nuggets Betting Preview

The Denver Nuggets ended the regular season with three straight wins and are in the playoffs for a seventh straight season. The Nuggets have lost in the first round of the playoffs just once during that span.

The Denver Nuggets are averaging 122.3 points on 50.6 percent shooting and allowing 118.3 points on 46.6 percent shooting. Nikola Jokic is averaging 29.6 points and 12.7 rebounds, while Jamal Murray is averaging 21.4 points and 3.9 rebounds. Michael Porter Jr. is the third double-digit scorer, and Christian Braun is grabbing 5.2 rebounds. The Denver Nuggets are shooting 37.6 percent from beyond the arc and 77 percent from the free-throw line. The Denver Nuggets are allowing 36.5 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 46.3 rebounds per game.

Why the Denver Nuggets will win

• The Clippers have lost each of their last 10 games at Ball Arena against Nuggets teams that held a winning record.
• The Nuggets have won each of their last nine playoff home games against Pacific Division opponents.
• The Nuggets have covered the spread in seven of their last eight games at Ball Arena against Clippers teams that held a winning record.
• The Clippers have failed to cover the spread in each of their last four games against Northwest Division opponents that held a winning record.

Why the Los Angeles Clippers will win

• The Clippers have won each of their last eight games.
• The Nuggets have lost three of their last four playoff games as home favorites.
• The Nuggets have failed to cover the spread in eight of their last nine Western Conference First Round games as favorites against Pacific Division opponents.
• The Clippers have covered the spread in seven of their last eight road games.

Denver Nuggets Player Facts

• Nikola Jokic is the only qualified player in the league averaging at least 25.0 points, 10.0 assists and 5.0 rebounds this season.
• Christian Braun ranks 1st in the league for fast break points (403) this season.

Los Angeles Clippers Player Facts

• Ivica Zubac ranks T2nd in the league for second chance points (299) this season.
• Kris Dunn ranks 3rd amongst qualified players for steals per 36 minutes (2.6) this season.

Nuggets vs Clippers Injury Report

The Nuggets will be without DaRon Holmes II.

The Clippers don’t have any players listed on their injury report.

Nuggets vs Clippers Prediction

I’ve been very underdog heavy since the play-in tournament, but it’s paid off up to this point. I like the Clippers in this series, so I’m going to grab the points when I can get them. While the Nuggets are usually a force at home, and they have the best player in the league, the Clippers are healthy and the better, deeper team.

The Nuggets lack depth, and they also have a head coach in David Adelman who is still learning on the fly. Tyronn Lue is one of the better coaches in the league, and him having time to put together a game plan together creates a major mismatch on the sidelines. I believe the Clippers are sitting in a comfortable spot in this series from a coaching and depth standpoint, and I want the points.

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Before we dive into the Los Angeles Clippers vs. Denver Nuggets game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

You have $50,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team captain. The captain accumulates 1.5 times the standard fantasy points. Additionally, the captain is 1.5 times the standard cost of the flex position.

The remaining four players in your lineup will receive the standard fantasy points. Having stated that, it is highly important for you to identify the correct player for your captain position if you hope to win a large field DFS GPP (guaranteed prize pool) showdown contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for tomorrow afternoon’s Clippers vs. Nuggets matchup.

Draftkings NBA Showdown Picks

Captain-Nikola Jokic, Center, Denver Nuggets $12,800

Denver center Nikola Jokic has certainly established himself as one of the best players in the National Basketball Association today. Having stated that, how has Jokic performed from a statistical perspective this season? Let’s examine the veteran center’s relevant player data from the 2024 NBA regular season to answer that question.

In the 70 games that center Nikola Jokic has played for the Denver Nuggets in the 2024 NBA regular season, Jokic is averaging 67.8 Draftkings points a game.

These two teams have met multiple times this season. How did Jokic play in the most recent meeting? In the Denver Nuggets 120-98 win over the Los Angeles Clippers in December, Nuggets center Nikola Jokic played exceptionally well. Let me be more specific. In only 29 minutes of play, Jokic amassed 16 points, seven rebounds, two assists, two steals and one block in the Nuggets victory over the Clippers.

Looking at the data just presented more closely, in the Denver Nuggets win over the Los Angeles Clippers, Denver center Nikola Jokic accumulated a 30.25 Draftkings points. It has to be said, those are the type of DFS numbers that I need to see from a player that I select at the captain position.

In my opinion, Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic is the player most likely to accumulate the highest number of DraftKings points in this evening’s NBA regular season game. For that specific reason, I am rolling with Nikola Jokic as the captain for this single game DraftKings NBA Showdown contest slate.

Flex Plays

James Harden, Point Guard, Los Angeles Clippers $10,000

In the 79 games that point guard James Harden has played for the Los Angeles Clippers in the 2024 NBA regular season, Harden is averaging 22.8 points, 5.8 rebounds, 8.7 assists, 1.5 steals and 0.7 blocks a game.

Looking closer at the data just presented, in the 79 games that James Harden has played this season, Harden has compiled a 41% field goal percentage, a 35.2% three-point percentage and an 87.4% free throw percentage.

Additional flex plays I like to play well in tomorrow afternoon’s NBA game (Draftkings price noted): Kawhi Leonard, Forward (Los Angeles Clippers) $9,400: Ivica Zubac, Center (Los Angeles Clippers) $8,800: Russell Westbrook, Point Guard (Denver Nuggets) $7,400.

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LA Clippers Betting Preview

The LA Clippers recently beat the Rockets, Kings, and Spurs. The Clippers can finish as high as the fourth seed or as low as the seventh seed.

The LA Clippers are averaging 112.7 points on 48.1 percent shooting and allowing 108.1 points on 46 percent shooting. Norman Powell is averaging 21.9 points and 3.2 rebounds, while James Harden is averaging 22.6 points and 5.8 rebounds. Kawhi Leonard is the third double-digit scorer, and Ivica Zubac is grabbing 12.6 rebounds. The LA Clippers are shooting 37.2 percent from beyond the arc and 79.7 percent from the free-throw line. The LA Clippers are allowing 34.9 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 43.8 rebounds per game.

Golden State Warriors Betting Preview

The Golden State Warriors recently played the Suns, Spurs, and Trail Blazers. The Warriors can finish with the sixth seed or seventh seed.

The Golden State Warriors are averaging 113.7 points on 45 percent shooting and allowing 110.3 points on 46.4 percent shooting. Stephen Curry averages 24 points and 6 assists, while Jimmy Butler averages 17.1 points and 6.3 assists. Jonathan Kuminga is the third double-digit scorer, and Buddy Hield is grabbing 3.3 rebounds. The Golden State Warriors are shooting 36.3 percent from beyond the arc and 76.3 percent from the free-throw line. The Golden State Warriors are allowing 36.2 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45.6 rebounds per game.

Why the Golden State Warriors will win

• The Warriors have won each of their last nine day games against Pacific Division opponents that held a winning record.
• The Clippers have lost nine of their last 10 road games against teams that held a winning record.
• The Clippers have failed to cover the spread in each of their last seven games against Pacific Division opponents.
• The Warriors have covered the spread in each of their last four games against Pacific Division opponents.

Why the Los Angeles Clippers will win

• The Clippers have won each of their last seven games.
• The Warriors have lost three of their last four games as home favorites against Western Conference opponents following a win.
• The road team has covered the spread in seven of the Warriors’ last eight games.
• The Warriors have failed to cover the spread in each of their last four games against Clippers teams that held a winning record.

Warriors vs Clippers Injury Report

The Warriors don’t have any players listed on their injury report.

The Clippers will be without Amir Coffey, Nicolas Batum, and Patty Mills..

Warriors vs Clippers Prediction

The Clippers have won six straight games against the Warriors, and they’re that dark horse in the West that’s not getting a lot of attention. Getting points with the Clippers is hard to turn down. However, the Warriors have been great since the addition of Butler, and they’re an experienced team that still has the ability to get up for big games. Massive game for both sides in terms of seeding.

At home and at full strength, I have to lean toward the Warriors given how they’ve looked over the last two months. The Clippers have seen 21 of their 32 losses come on the road. I’ll lay the reasonable line with the Warriors.

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Before we dive into the Golden State Warriors vs. Los Angeles Clippers game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

You have $50,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team captain. The captain accumulates 1.5 times the standard fantasy points. Additionally, the captain is 1.5 times the standard cost of the flex position.

The remaining four players in your lineup will receive the standard fantasy points. Having stated that, it is highly important for you to identify the correct player for your captain position if you hope to win a large field DFS GPP (guaranteed prize pool) showdown contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for tomorrow afternoon’s Clippers vs. Warriors matchup.

Draftkings NBA Showdown Picks

Captain-Stephen Curry, Point Guard, Golden State Warriors $11,000

Point guard Stephen Curry has been the driving force behind the Golden State Warriors success on the basketball court this season. Having stated that, how has the veteran guard performed from a statistical perspective? Let’s take a look at Curry’s game data from the 2024 NBA regular season to answer that question.

In the 69 games that point guard Stephen Curry has played for the Golden State Warriors in the 2024 NBA regular season, Curry is averaging 24.4 points, 4.4 rebounds, 6.1 assists, 1.1 steals, and 0.4 steals a game.

Looking at the data just presented more closely, in the 69 games that point guard Stephen Curry has played for the Warriors this season, Curry has compiled a 44.8% field goal percentage, a 39.4% three-point percentage and a 93.1% free throw percentage.

More recently, in the Golden State Warriors 133-95 dominant victory over the Phoenix Suns earlier this week, Golden State point guard Stephen Curry certainly played at a high level. More specifically, Curry tallied 25 points, nine rebounds, six assists, one block and one steal in the Golden State Warriors victory over the Suns.

As I noted in the rules section above, selecting the correct player at the captain position for a Draftkings NBA showdown lineup is absolutely vital if you hope to win a large field GPP (guaranteed prize pool) DFS contest. Keep that in mind as you construct your lineups.

In my view, point guard Stephen Curry is the most likely player to post the most Draftkings points in this NBA regular season game. With that said, I am backing Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry at the captain position for this one game Draftkings NBA Showdown contest.

Flex Plays

Draymond Green, Forward, Golden State Warriors $8,000

In addition to point guard Stephen Curry, forward Draymond Green has been a key contributor for the Golden State Warriors this season.

In the 64 games that forward Draymond Green has played for the Golden State Warriors this season, Green is averaging a respectable 8.9 points, 6.1 rebounds, 5.7 assists, 1.4 steals and 1.1 blocks a game.

Additional flex plays I like to play well in this NBA regular season game (Draftkings price noted): James Harden, Point Guard (Los Angeles Clippers) $11,800: Ivica Zubac, Center (Los Angeles Clippers) $9,600.

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Los Angeles Clippers Betting Preview

The Los Angeles Clippers have been on fire as they’ve reeled off 16 wins from their last 19 games. They will be eager to build on their current six-game win streak after blowing past the Rockets in a 134-117 home win on Wednesday. James Harden led the team with 35 points and 10 assists, Kawhi Leonard added 22 points with 10 rebounds and four assists, while Ivica Zubac talked a triple-double of 20 points with 11 rebounds and 10 assists. As a team, the Clippers shot 53 percent from the field and 19 of 37 from the 3-point line as they stormed out of the gates with 71 points in the first half to take a double-digit lead. This was more than enough to hold off a late charge from the Rockets, who cut the lead to just six points at one stage.

Sacramento Kings Betting Preview

The Sacramento Kings have been in a rut as they’ve lost eight of their last 12 games overall, and they will be eager to bounce back here after getting beaten by the Nuggets in a 124-116 home defeat on Wednesday. Zach LaVine led the team with 27 points and 11 assists, DeMar DeRozan added 22 points while Keon Ellis chipped in with 20 points. As a team, the Kings shot 46 percent from the field and 16 of 36 from the 3-point line as they struggled to match the Nuggets’ starters. They fell behind by as many as 16 points before they finally started to heat up in the fourth quarter to make it interesting at the end.

Why the Sacramento Kings will win

• The Clippers have lost each of their last four games as road favorites against Pacific Division opponents.
• The home team has won each of the Clippers’ last five games.
• The Clippers have failed to cover the spread in each of their last six games against Pacific Division opponents.
• The underdogs have covered the spread in four of the last five games between the Clippers and Kings.

Why the Los Angeles Clippers will win

• The Clippers have won each of their last 10 night games against the Kings following a home win.
• The Kings have lost each of their last 10 games as home underdogs following a loss.
• The Clippers have covered the spread in each of their last seven road games against the Kings following a home win.
• The Kings have failed to cover the spread in each of their last seven games against Pacific Division opponents following a loss.

Kings vs Clippers Prediction

The Clippers have ruled out Nicolas Batum again, and they have Ivica Zubac and Norman Powell both listed as questionable for this one, while the Kings are keeping an eye on Keegan Murray, who is questionable once again. These teams have already met three times this season, with the Clippers winning on each occasion. The Kings have struggled to get anything going over the past three weeks, and I really don’t see them suddenly clicking into here and taking down the Clippers, who have been on fire lately. The line is short enough, so I will stick with the surging Clippers to get the win and cover on the road in this spot.

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Before we dive into the Los Angeles Clippers vs. Houston Rockets game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

You have $50,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team captain. The captain accumulates 1.5 times the standard fantasy points. Additionally, the captain is 1.5 times the standard cost of the flex position.

The remaining four players in your lineup will receive the standard fantasy points. Having stated that, it is highly important for you to identify the correct player for your captain position if you hope to win a large field DFS GPP (guaranteed prize pool) showdown contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for tonight’s Houston Rockets vs. Los Angeles Clippers matchup.

Draftkings NBA Showdown Picks

Captain-Alperen Sengun, Center, Houston Rockets $9,800

Center Alperen Sengun has been the leader in the paint for the Houston Rockets this season. Let’s analyze Sengun’s game data from the 2024 NBA regular season to reveal the significant impact that the talented young center has made on the team’s overall performance.

In the 75 games that center Alperen Sengun has played for the Houston Rockets in the 2024 NBA regular season, Sengun is averaging a rather impressive 19.1 points, 10.4 rebounds, 4.9 assists, 1.1 steals and 0.8 blocks a game.

Looking at the data just presented more closely, in the 75 games that Alperen Sengun has played for the Rockets this season, Sengun has compiled a 49.6% field goal percentage, a 23.3% three-point percentage and a 69.2% free throw percentage.

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Houston Rockets Betting Preview

The Houston Rockets have been on fire as they’ve won 15 of their last 17 games overall, and they will be aiming for a fourth-straight victory after taking down the red-hot Warriors in a 106-96 road win on Sunday. Dillon Brooks led the team with 24 points on 10 of 13 shooting, Jalen Green added 21 points with five assists, while Alperen Sengun chipped in with 19 points, 14 rebounds, and four assists. As a team, the Rockets shot 48 percent from the field and 10 of 30 from the 3-point line, but this win was more about their defense, particularly on the Warriors’ Stephen Curry, who was held to just three points on one of 10 shooting. Fred VanVleet had a rough game of just three points on one of eight shots, but the Rockets’ defense was so stingy that they were still able to get it done despite a poor shooting night.

Los Angeles Clippers Betting Preview

Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Clippers have been in great form as they’ve won 15 of their last 18 games overall. They will be eager to build on their current five-game win streak after sneaking past the Spurs in a 122-117 home win last night. Norman Powell led the team with 25 points, Ivica Zubac added 24 points with 20 rebounds and five assists, while James Harden chipped in with 21 points, nine rebounds and 12 assists. As a team, the Clippers shot 51 percent from the field and 14 of 30 from the 3-point line as they battled with the pesky Spurs in a tightly contested first half. Before they exploded for 37 points in the third quarter to take control with an 18-point lead. The Clippers will take on the Kings after this game.

Clippers vs Rockets Prediction

The Rockets could be missing some players with Alperen Sengun, Jabari Smith Jr, and Fred VanVleet all listed as questionable, while the Clippers have ruled out Patty Mills, Kawhi Leonard, and Amir Coffey. This is certainly one of those games where you need to check the lineups before tipoff, given the injury cloud hanging over the Rockets. With that being said, the Clippers should be good enough to take advantage at home, but I still think the Rockets can keep it close right till the final buzzer.

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Before we dive into the Los Angeles Clippers vs. San Antonio Spurs game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

You have $50,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team captain. The captain accumulates 1.5 times the standard fantasy points. Additionally, the captain is 1.5 times the standard cost of the flex position.

The remaining four players in your lineup will receive the standard fantasy points. Having stated that, it is highly important for you to identify the correct player for your captain position if you hope to win a large field DFS GPP (guaranteed prize pool) showdown contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for tonight’s San Antonio Spurs vs. Los Angeles Clippers matchup.

Draftkings NBA Showdown Picks

Captain-Ivica Zubac, Center, Los Angeles Clippers $10,000

Talented center Ivica Zubac has been a standout performer for the Los Angeles Clippers this season. Having stated that, how has the veteran center performed from a statistical standpoint? Let’s examine Zubac’s relevant game data from the 2024 NBA regular season to answer that question.

In the 76 games that center Ivica Zubac played for the Los Angeles Clippers in the 2024 NBA regular season, Zubac is averaging 16.4 points, 12.5 rebounds, 2.6 assists, 1.2 blocks, and 0.7 steals a game.

Examining the data just presented more closely, in the 76 games that Ivica Zubac has played for the Clippers this season, Zubac has compiled a 61.9% field goal percentage and a 64.9% free throw percentage.

Three days ago, in the Los Angeles Clippers convincing 135-104 win over the Dallas Mavericks, Los Angeles center Ivica Zubac played rather well. Let me be more specific. Zubac tallied 25 points, ten rebounds, two assists and one block in the Clippers victory over the Dallas Mavericks.

As I noted in the rules section above, selecting the correct player at the captain position for a Draftkings NBA showdown lineup is absolutely vital if you hope to win a large field GPP (guaranteed prize pool) DFS contest. Keep that in mind as you construct your lineups.

In my opinion, Ivica Zubac is the player most likely to accumulate the highest number of DraftKings points in this NBA regular season game. Having stated that, I am rolling with Los Angeles Clippers center Ivica Zubac at the captain position for this one game DraftKings NBA Showdown contest slate.

Flex Plays

James Harden, Point Guard, Los Angeles Clippers $12,000

In the 75 games that James Harden has played for the Los Angeles Clippers in the 2024 NBA regular season, Harden is averaging 22.5 points, 5.7 rebounds, 8.6 assists, 1.5 steals and 0.7 blocks a game.

Looking closer at the data just presented, in the 75 games that James Harden has played this season, Harden is averaging a robust 46.9 Draftkings points a contest.

Additional flex plays I like to play well in this evening’s NBA game (Draftkings price noted): Kawhi Leonard, Forward (Los Angeles Clippers) $11,000: Stephon Castle, Guard (San Antonio Spurs) $9,000: Devin Vassell, Guard (San Antonio Spurs) $8,400.

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