NBA Same Game Parlay Picks Today: Mavericks vs. Nuggets (November 3)
Ready to tip off the basketball season with an NBA Same Game Parlay that pays out +652? Follow along as NBA betting expert, Nick Galaida, breaks down his SGP picks for the Dallas Mavericks vs. Denver Nuggets matchup on Friday.
On Friday night, the Dallas Mavericks and Denver Nuggets will meet at Ball Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 10:00 p.m. on ESPN. Both Dallas and Denver will be playing their first NBA In-Season Tournament in West Group B.
As always, it is worth noting that straight wagers are a far more profitable long-term betting strategy than parlays. Still, parlays can be a fun way to get some extra action on a game to make things interesting! If looking for a longshot for today’s NBA slate, we have a +652 same game parlay, focusing on the matchup between the Mavericks and Nuggets!
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NBA Same Game Parlay Picks Today
- Nikola Jokic UNDER 26.5 Points
- Nikola Jokic OVER 12.5 Rebounds
- Nikola Jokic OVER 8.5 Assists
- PAYOUT: +652
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Nikola Jokic UNDER 26.5 Points (-122)
Last season, Nikola Jokic averaged only 24.8 points on 14.5 shot attempts per game when playing at home. Similar to last season, Jokic is attempting the majority of his shots from around the rim – in the restricted area and in the paint. Dallas has done a good job limiting shot attempts in this area of the court through four games this season, ranking 11th in opponent field goal attempts in the restricted area and 7th in opponent field goal attempts in the paint. Jokic is unlikely to find many easy looks in that area of the floor on Friday.
Nikola Jokic OVER 12.5 Rebounds (+104)
Each of the last two seasons, Nikola Jokic has averaged at least 13.1 rebounds per game when playing in front of his home fans. Tonight, he gets a favorable matchup against a Dallas team that ranks 14th in rebound percentage and 14th in opponent rebounds per game to begin the new year. Jokic played only 30 minutes on Wednesday and has played only one game in the last three days. He should have fresh legs this evening, which should help him be active on the glass. If Denver takes tonight’s game more seriously than a typical regular season game, Jokic could see his minutes increase, which would only further help his chances here.
Nikola Jokic OVER 8.5 Assists (-113)
It is no secret that role players tend to play better on their home floor. Unsurprisingly, Jokic averaged 11.1 assists per game at home last year, compared to 8.5 assists per game on the road. The early returns this season suggest that is a trend that is likely to continue for Jokic during the 2023-2024 campaign. In two home games, Jokic is averaging 11.0 assists, compared to 5.0 assists per game in three road contests. Dallas ranks 19th in opponent assists allowed per game this season, making the over a worthwhile inclusion in today’s parlay.