Denver Nuggets vs Toronto Raptors Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/31

The NBA regular season is underway, and the Denver Nuggets will take on the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena. The game is set for Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at 7:30 PM. Fans can catch the action on ALT2.

Denver Nuggets, led by head coach David Adelman, hold a record of 22-10. They are ranked 3rd in the Western Conference and 2nd in the Northwest Division. Meanwhile, the Toronto Raptors, under head coach Darko Rajakovic, have a 20-14 record. They stand 4th in the Eastern Conference and 3rd in the Atlantic Division. Both teams look to improve their standings early in the season.

Nuggets vs Raptors Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Denver Nuggets vs. Toronto Raptors
  • Venue: Scotiabank Arena
  • Date: Wednesday, December 31, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Nuggets +7.5 (-111), Raptors -7.5 (-111), Nuggets MoneyLine +238, Raptors MoneyLine -290

Denver Nuggets Team Preview

The Denver Nuggets have had a mixed run in their recent games. They lost to the Miami Heat by a wide margin, 147-123. Jamal Murray played well with 20 points and 11 assists, while Nikola Jokić added 21 points in limited minutes.

In their tight loss against the Orlando Magic, the Nuggets fell 127-126. Nikola Jokić was dominant with 34 points, 21 rebounds, and 12 assists. Jamal Murray contributed 24 points, but it wasn’t enough to secure a win.

The Nuggets secured a win against the Minnesota Timberwolves, 142-138. Nikola Jokić had a standout performance with 56 points, 16 rebounds, and 15 assists. Jamal Murray also played a key role with 35 points and 10 assists.

Toronto Raptors Team Preview

The Toronto Raptors recently had a narrow win against the Orlando Magic, with a score of 107-106. Brandon Ingram led with 17 points, while Scottie Barnes added 13 points and 11 rebounds. Jamal Shead also contributed with 19 points and 5 assists.

In their previous game, the Raptors defeated the Golden State Warriors 141-127. Scottie Barnes was impressive with 23 points, 25 rebounds, and 10 assists. Brandon Ingram and Immanuel Quickley also played well, scoring 26 and 27 points respectively.

The Raptors have an average of 114.1 points per game this season, ranking 23rd in the league. They allow 112.7 points per game, which is the 4th best. Brandon Ingram is their top scorer, averaging 21.9 points per game, and Scottie Barnes leads in rebounds with 8.5 per game.

BTB Betting Pick

For the spread pick, consider taking the Nuggets at +7.5. The Nuggets score 125.7 points per game, which ranks first. Even though the Raptors have a strong defense, the Nuggets’ offense might keep the game close. The projected score is Raptors 118, Nuggets 113, suggesting the Nuggets can cover the spread.

For the over/under pick, lean towards the under at 224.5. The Raptors allow 112.7 points per game, ranking fourth in defense. With the projected total being 231, the defensive stats suggest the game might stay under the line. The final score projection is Raptors 118, Nuggets 113, which totals 231 points.