The Denver Nuggets look to bounce back from their recent loss in Phoenix when they host the Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday night. The Nuggets, winners of five of their last seven, will again lean on Nikola Jokic to carry the load against a surging Cavaliers squad that has won five straight.
Jokic is averaging 30.7 points, 12.6 rebounds, and 9.4 assists through 25 games this season, guiding a Denver team that remains near the top of the Western Conference standings. With Aaron Gordon ruled out due to a right calf strain, Jokic’s workload could increase even further.
Here’s the best Nikola Jokic prop bet to consider on DraftKings Sportsbook for Friday’s matchup against Cleveland:
Best Nikola Jokic Prop Bet on DraftKings Sportsbook
Nikola Jokic Over 50.5 PTS + REB + AST (-120)
Jokic’s consistency has been remarkable this season, and the matchup against Cleveland sets up well for another high-volume performance. The reigning MVP is coming off a triple-double against the Cavaliers earlier this month, recording 30 points, 12 rebounds, and 14 assists in a loss.
Cleveland boasts one of the league’s better interior defenses, with Jarrett Allen and Evan Mobley patrolling the paint. However, Jokic’s ability to operate from the perimeter and facilitate through double teams often neutralizes traditional defensive schemes. The Cavaliers’ reliance on smaller lineups when Mobley rests could further open the door for Jokic to exploit mismatches.
In his last five games, Jokic has averaged 27.6 points, 10.0 rebounds, and 8.0 assists. The Cavaliers’ defensive game plan may force him to take on an even greater scoring role, while his elite passing ensures his assist numbers remain high.
Expect Jokic to put up another all-around performance, continuing his MVP-level campaign and helping Denver keep pace with one of the East’s hottest teams.
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