Nuggets vs Thunder NBA Semifinals Parlay Picks for Monday, May 05: Bet Denver (-9.5)

The only good thing about this Monday? We’ve got Denver Nuggets vs. Oklahoma City Thunder kicking off Round 2 of the NBA Playoffs, and I’ve got all the NBA betting tips you need. The Nuggets won the last matchup by 13 points, but let’s be real – Oklahoma City isn’t letting that happen again.

So, maybe postpone that meeting with your boss, because we need to have a chat about my top NBA parlay bets today and see who has the edge going into Game 1.

Nuggets vs Thunder Free Parlay Picks

• Leg 1: Denver Nuggets ATS +9.5 (-110)

The Thunder’s defense will definitely bring the pressure and look to force turnovers, but laying 9.5 points? That’s a lot to give a Nuggets team stacked with scoring threats. Oklahoma City may disrupt Denver’s rhythm, but with Nikola Jokic, point guard Jamal Murray and a solid supporting cast, it won’t be an easy task for the Thunder. That said, my NBA parlay picks say take the Nuggets plus the points.

Bet on Denver ATS +9.5 (-110)

• Leg 2: Nuggets vs Thunder Over 226 Points

This game is stacked to the brim with elite scorers, and while Oklahoma City’s defense can be a nightmare, my NBA picks for today say go with the over. Sure, there will be stops, turnovers and missed shots, but let’s be real: 226 points is too low for these two teams. Keep in mind, the last matchup? The final score crushed the over by nearly 27 points. Need I say more?

Bet on Nuggets vs Thunder Over 226

• Leg 3: Luguentz Dort Under 8.5 Points (-104)

Oklahoma City’s game plan? Contain Jamal Murray – and guard Luguentz Dort is the guy for the job. He’s been the Thunder’s top defender all season, and with being tasked to chase Murray around, I’m backing him to finish with under 8.5 points for one of my NBA player props. Don’t act surprised: Dort already plays a minor role on offense, and tonight, he won’t have the energy to do much more than play defense.

Bet on Luguentz Dort Under 8.5 Points (-104)

• Leg 4: Russell Westbrook 12+ Points (-104)

Denver’s going to need all hands on deck to crack Oklahoma City’s perimeter defense, which is why I’ve got PG Russell Westbrook to score 12+ points in my NBA expert prop picks. Stick with me here. He’s been a hidden gem this postseason for the Nuggets, scoring 14+ points in three straight games, and with Oklahoma City likely keying in on Jokic and Murray, Westbrook should have space to attack and get his buckets.

Bet on Russell Westbrook 12+ Points (-104)

Nuggets vs Thunder How To Watch

• Game: Nuggets vs Thunder
• Location: Paycom Center, Oklahoma City, OK
• Date/Time: Monday, May 5, 9:30 p.m. ET
• Nuggets vs Thunder Live Stream: NBA League Pass

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