Denver Nuggets vs Portland Trail Blazers Prediction, Odds and Picks for Friday, 10/31/25

The Denver Nuggets enter this matchup still looking every bit like a contender, with Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray continuing to form one of the league’s most efficient duos. Jokic remains an offensive cheat code, averaging near a triple-double again while orchestrating the Nuggets’ fluid attack. Murray’s scoring and improved playmaking have kept Denver’s offense balanced, while role players like Aaron Gordon and Christian Braun provide the shooting and spacing that make this team so difficult to defend. Despite typically playing at a moderate pace, Denver’s offensive execution and transition efficiency allow them to light up the scoreboard quickly when they push tempo.

The Portland Trail Blazers, meanwhile, are still finding their identity behind their young talent. Though consistency has been an issue, Portland’s athleticism and willingness to run the floor have made them dangerous offensively. They can hang with anyone when shots are falling, but their defense remains a glaring weakness — particularly in transition and at the rim. Against Denver’s multifaceted attack, that could spell trouble. Expect the Blazers to lean heavily on their pace and perimeter scoring to keep this one close, while the Nuggets’ star power and offensive depth keep pressure on the scoreboard all night. With both teams capable of getting hot and defensive lapses likely on both sides, this matchup has all the makings of a track meet.

Nuggets vs Trail Blazers Prediction: Over 239 (-110) available at time of publishing. Playable to 240.

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