Let’s check the latest Clippers vs. Nuggets prediction here.
The lights will be blazing at Intuit Dome in Inglewood on Thursday night as the Los Angeles Clippers host the Denver Nuggets in a critical Game 3 of the opening round of the 2025 NBA Playoffs. The Clippers return home with the series tied 1-1 and enter as 5-point favorites, looking to capitalize on their momentum after bouncing back from a Game 1 loss.
James Harden is locked in. Ivica Zubac is dominating the paint. And the Clippers are healthy — a rarity this late in the season. Meanwhile, Denver continues to ride the brilliance of Nikola Jokic, who’s doing it all despite a short-handed rotation that’s now missing DaRon Holmes and possibly Michael Porter Jr..
With a lower-than-average total set at 213.5, this clash of high-IQ half-court offenses and elite defensive rotations is shaping up to be a chess match rather than a shootout. Let’s break it all down.
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📺 Where to Watch Clippers vs. Nuggets Game 3? (Thursday, April 24 2025)
| Detail | Info |
| Date | Thursday, April 24, 2025 |
| Time | 10:00 p.m. ET |
| Location | Intuit Dome, Inglewood, CA |
| TV Broadcast | NBA TV, FDSSC, ALT |
| Streaming | Fubo |
🧾 Series Recap: Clippers vs. Nuggets
| Game | Location | Final Score | Series Status |
| 1 | Denver | Nuggets 111 – Clippers 104 | Nuggets lead 1-0 |
| 2 | Denver | Clippers 115 – Nuggets 100 | Series tied 1-1 |
| 3 | Los Angeles | TBD | — |
📊 Game 3 Betting Odds
| Category | Value |
| Spread | Clippers -5 |
| Moneyline | Clippers -205, Nuggets +170 |
| Total (O/U) | 213.5 points |
🧮 Team Stats Comparison
| Team | PPG | Opp PPG | 3PM/Game | Rebounds/Game | Net Rating |
| Clippers | 114.3 | 111.0 | 12.9 | 44.2 | +3.3 |
| Nuggets | 119.4 | 113.5 | 11.7 | 45.1 | +5.9 |
📝 Stat Breakdown:
- Denver scores more and rebounds better, but allows more points on defense.
- Clippers have the edge in perimeter shooting and team defense.
- Expect this matchup to hinge on pace: if the Nuggets speed it up, they gain an edge — but if the Clippers slow things down and lock in defensively, they can grind out a win.
🩺 Clippers vs. Nuggets Injury Report (April 24, 2025)
| Team | Player | Status | Injury Details |
| Clippers | — | No injuries reported | — |
| Nuggets | Michael Porter Jr. | Questionable | Shoulder |
| Nuggets | DaRon Holmes | Out for Season | Achilles |
🔑 Clippers Player Props
Displayed above in the Clippers Player Props table
- James Harden continues to be a reliable bet with overs in points, assists, and three-pointers.
- Ivica Zubac is quietly dominating the glass.
- Norman Powell could be a wild card — high scoring ceiling with great value on made threes.
🔑 Nuggets Player Props
Displayed above in the Nuggets Player Props table
- Nikola Jokic is nearly averaging a triple-double — great over value on all major lines.
- Jamal Murray is hitting his stride but faces tough backcourt defenders — watch assist value here.
🎯 Best Parlay Bet Options
| Parlay Leg | Outcome Type | Odds Trend |
| Nuggets +5 | Spread | ✅ Underdog Value |
| Over 213.5 Points | Total | 📈 Trending Over |
| James Harden Over 2.5 Threes | Player Prop | 🔥 +0.5 vs. season avg |
| Nikola Jokic Over 9.5 Assists | Player Prop | ✅ Trending Up |
💵 Suggested 4-Leg Parlay Payout: +1000
💡 This combo rides Harden’s shooting, Jokic’s playmaking, and a game that should stretch into the 220s.
🔮 Game Prediction & Pick
- ATS Pick: ✅ Nuggets +5
- Total Pick: ✅ Over 213.5
- Final Score Prediction: Clippers 110 – Nuggets 107
The Clippers may be deeper and healthier, but the Nuggets have the best player on the floor. If Jokic gets enough help from Murray and Porter Jr. suits up, this one stays close wire to wire. Expect Game 3 to come down to late-game execution — and maybe a Harden step-back three to seal it.
