The Denver Nuggets will look to complete a two-game sweep of the Phoenix Suns during the NBA’s five-game Christmas Day slate. With the Suns missing key pieces, and the Nuggets rolling behind Nikola Jokic, this is another prime spot for the reigning MVP.
Jokic has been nearly unstoppable this season, averaging 30.9 points, 12.5 rebounds, and 9.7 assists across 24 games. Against a depleted Phoenix squad, the defense will have all it can handle against him.
Here’s a featured Jokic prop bet on DraftKings Sportsbook to consider for Christmas night.
Best Nikola Jokic Prop Bet on DraftKings Sportsbook
Nikola Jokic Over 50.5 PTS + REB + AST (-120)
Jokic’s efficiency against the Suns was evident in Monday’s contest, where he delivered 32 points and 7 assists despite limited action in the fourth quarter as the game slipped away from Phoenix. In a more competitive game, Jokic should have more opportunity to put up the necessary stats to reach the 50.5 combined line for points, rebounds, and assists.
In their recent matchup with the Suns, Denver’s interior dominance was highlighted by a 50-24 edge in points in the paint, with Jokic orchestrating much of that success. Phoenix will again be without Devin Booker and Grayson Allen, limiting their perimeter scoring and forcing Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal to carry the offensive load.
Denver coach Michael Malone praised the team’s complete performance after Monday’s win but cautioned that the rematch will present new challenges. Still, with Jokic guiding the Nuggets’ offense, Denver remains in a prime position to capitalize on Phoenix’s vulnerabilities.
“That was one of our more complete games of the season,” Malone said. “You can’t be a two-quarter team in this league. I thought that was one of our best defensive efforts, beginning to end.”
Jokic hasn’t recorded over 50.5 combined points, rebounds, and assists in his last five performances, but overall, he’s met the mark in 15 of his 24 performances this season. Phoenix’s thin front court rotation, which leans heavily on Jusuf Nurkic, Mason Plumlee, and Oso Ighodaro, could struggle to find an answer against the Serbian superstar.
Assuming this rematch is a more competitive game, Jokic is a strong candidate to surpass the Over for a combined 50.5 points, rebounds, and assists line, making this an attractive option. With the game being part of the Christmas Day slate, Phoenix will likely bring it with many watching.
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