
Another underdog is coming in Denver. Maybe Jokic should rest one more game to be ready for a tough road trip next week (Pells, Bucks, Sixers) vs TOP4 teams in their conferences. We should not underestimate the young OKC team, especially if Jokic is not playing, their almost .500 (22-24) record is above all expectations before the start of the season. Especially impressive was their 7-3 2023 record with some shocking upsets (Celtics, Nets, Sixers, Mavs). But the Nuggets are still bold favorites today, even if Jokic will not play.