NBA Playoffs 2025 Game 2 Forecast, Odds, Preference, Spread for Nuggets vs. Thunder Matchup
Get ready for the Thunder versus Nuggets showdown in Game 2 on Wednesday night! The Nuggets took the first game with Aaron Gordon hitting a game-winning shot at the buzzer, putting them up 1-0 in the series.
The Nuggets have been on fire, with Nikola Jokic leading the team with 42 points and 22 rebounds in Game 1. Jamal Murray and Aaron Gordon also contributed with solid scoring efforts. Russell Westbrook has been.a surprise off-the-bench factor. The Nuggets looked strong right from the get-go and remain in a great position going into Game 2 in Oklahoma City.
The Thunder were caught off guard in Game 1 and need a big comeback in Game 2. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is stepping up as the MVP candidate, but Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren need to step up and have monster games because they can't win the game alone. The Thunder's defense has been impressive, but can they slow down Jokic, especially with the home-court advantage they have in Game 2?
Here are the Nuggets-Thunder NBA Playoffs odds, courtesy of FanDuel:
NBA Playoffs Odds: Nuggets-Thunder Game 2 Odds
Denver Nuggets: +11 (-110)
Moneyline: +420
Oklahoma City Thunder: -11 (-110)
Moneyline: -560
Over: 230.5 (-110)
Under: 230.5 (-110)
How To Watch Nuggets vs. Thunder NBA Playoffs 2025
Time: 9:30 pm ET/6:30 pm PT
TV: TNT/TruTV/Max
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Why the Nuggets Will Cover the Spread/Win
The Nuggets' offense has been impressive this season and has been consistent in the playoffs. They are fifth in scoring at 109.4 points per game, fourth in field goal percentage at 47.7%, and fifth in three-point percentage at 37.9%.
Five Nuggets have scored over double digits in the postseason. Nikola Jokic leads the team in points per game and assists with 26.3 points and 9.6 assists per game. Jamal Murray is second in scoring, averaging 22.6 points per game. Aaron Gordon rounds out the top three, averaging 19.3 points.
The Nuggets had one of the best offenses in the NBA all season, but they have faced more formidable defenses in the playoffs with the Clippers and now the Thunder. This is going to be a big challenge once again in this game.
Jokic does everything for the Nuggets and is the biggest key on defense, just as much as on offense, and that hasn't changed in the playoffs. The Thunder are struggling to guard Jokic, but they have the players to guard everyone else, so it will be interesting to watch in this game.
Why the Thunder Will Cover the Spread/Win
The Thunder's offense was great in the first round and has been steamrolling through the postseason so far. In the postseason, they are second in scoring at 119.8 points per game, seventh in field goal percentage at 44.9%, and 14th in three-point percentage at 32.1%.
Only three Thunder players average over double digits in scoring, with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander being the biggest star and the engine that drives this offense. As the MVP favorite, he averages 28.8 points per game and contributes 6.4 assists. Jalen Williams is second in scoring at 21.8 points per game, and then Holmgren rounds out the top three with 17.8 points.
The Thunder have playmakers on offense, but they need more production because the top three players can't do it alone. They should find some success in this game.
The Thunder's defense has been outstanding this year, but they need more help. They are sixth in scoring defense at 104.6 points per game, first in field goal defense at 42.1%, and second in three-point defense at 30.6%.
This defense can shut down any offense in the NBA. They are facing a massive challenge against Jokic. However, they have the tools for it and should show up and play well in this game, where they need to bounce back and tie the series.
Final Nuggets-Thunder Prediction & Pick
The Thunder were dominated by the Nuggets in Game 1, but they should have a strong comeback in Game 2. They have the defense and playmakers and should win this game by double digits. The Thunder win and cover to tie the series.
Final Nuggets-Thunder Prediction & Pick: Thunder -11 (-110)
Game 1 Recap:
- Nikola Jokić: 42 points, 22 rebounds[3][5]
- Aaron Gordon: 22 points, 14 rebounds, game-winning 3-pointer[3][5]
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: 31 points, 10 rebounds, 8 assists[5]
- Jamal Murray: 21 points for Denver[5]
- Final score: 121-119 Nuggets, secured via a 15-4 closing run[2][5]
The Nuggets are looking strong heading into Game 2 of the playoffs against the Thunder, with Nikola Jokic averaging 26.3 points and 9.6 assists per game. Aaron Gordon's game-winning shot sealed a 1-0 series lead for the Nuggets in Game 1. The Thunder, however, need a major comeback after being caught off guard in Game 1. The NBA Playoffs odds for Game 2 show the Nuggets as underdogs, with the Thunder favored to win. The game airs on TNT/TruTV/Max, with tip-off at 9:30 pm ET/6:30 pm PT. The Nuggets' offense, led by Jokic, Gordon, and Murray, has been impressive, averaging 109.4 points per game, fourth in field goal percentage, and fifth in three-point percentage. The Thunder's defense will need to slow down the Nuggets' offense, particularly Jokic, to have a chance in Game 2. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is the Thunder's leading scorer, averaging 28.8 points per game. The Thunder need more production from their other players to match the Nuggets' firepower. The final prediction for the game is a Thunder win and cover, tying the series.
