Lakers vs Nuggets Prediction, Picks and NBA Prop Bets for March 14: Bet on Denver (-14)

The biggest NBA news today in my world? The Lakers and Nuggets meet for a Western Conference battle with major playoff implications. Denver is a dominant 24-6 SU at home, while Los Angeles, missing LeBron James, has struggled to find consistency on the road. Nikola Jokic continues his MVP-level production, and Denver has had L.A.’s number, winning 12 of the last 13 meetings. With the way the Joker is playing, his NBA futures odds are only to get shorter by the day.

We’ll break down the best NBA free picks with moneyline, spread, and total picks based on key stats and trends with the Nuggets favored.

Lakers vs Nuggets Prediction

The Nuggets have dominated this above all other NBA matchups, and there’s no reason to expect anything different. With James sidelined and the Lakers playing their third game in four nights, fatigue will be a factor. Denver, meanwhile, is lethal at home and boasts the league’s most efficient offense. Jokic should feast inside, and both teams are capable of lighting up the scoreboard. I mean the guy is averaging a triple-double and is a near-lock to cash in on his NBA MVP odds. This one sails over the total.

Final Score Prediction: Nuggets 125, Lakers 116

Lakers vs Nuggets How to Watch

• Game: Los Angeles Lakers (40-24) vs Denver Nuggets (42-24)
• Location: Ball Arena, Denver, CO
• Date/Time: March14, 9:30 p.m. ET
• Lakers vs Nuggets Live Stream: NBA Game Pass

Get the latest Lakers vs Nuggets stats here.

Lakers vs Nuggets Best NBA Player Prop Today

1. Nuggets Best Player Prop: Jamal Murray Over 5.5 Assists (-121)

Jamal Murray has stepped up as Denver’s primary facilitator, averaging 7.1 APG over his last 10 games. He’s hit 7+ assists in seven of those matchups, and against a Lakers defense that ranks 21st in opponent assists allowed (26.2 per game), he should continue his strong distribution.

In his last two meetings with L.A., Murray has tallied 8 and 10 assists. With the Lakers likely focusing on slowing down Jokic, Murray is a great NBA player prop pick to rack up dimes.

Bet This Lakers vs Nuggets Player Prop Pick Here

Lakers vs Nuggets Moneyline Pick

The Nuggets have won 12 of the last 13 games against the Lakers, including all three meetings this season. Denver is elite at home (22-10 SU) and has beaten L.A. by an average of 10+ points in their last five matchups.

The Lakers, meanwhile, are just 15-17 on the road and will be without James, their top scorer and playmaker. Even with Dončić playing well, Denver is too balanced to drop this one at home.

Bet on Nuggets ML (-800)

Lakers vs Nuggets Spread Pick

Denver has been a strong home bet, covering four of its last five games at Ball Arena. The Nuggets are 16-15-1 ATS at home, and their average home winning margin is +7.8 points.

To make it harder for the Lake Show, L.A. is playing its third game in four nights, traveling from Milwaukee to Denver on short rest after getting wrecked on Thursday. With LeBron out and a depleted bench, Denver should take control early and wear down the Lakers late. Expect another comfortable cover of the NBA betting line for the Nuggets.

Bet on Nuggets -14

Lakers vs Nuggets Over/Under Pick

Both teams rank in the top 10 in offensive rating since the All-Star break, and the total has gone Over in four of the last five meetings. Their previous three matchups have averaged 235.3 PPG, making this number look beatable.

Denver is shooting 50.8% from the field (1st in NBA), and even without LeBron, the Lakers still push the pace. With Jokic in peak form and L.A. struggling to defend the perimeter, expect another high-scoring affair.

Bet on Lakers vs Nuggets Over 229.5

Question of the Day

Odds and information are accurate at the time of writing. Please check with official sources for the latest updates before placing any bets.