Denver Nuggets vs New Orleans Pelicans Prediction & Picks, October 24, 2026

Christian Braun has been playing well lately, but the matchup against the New Orleans Pelicans could be tough for him. The Pelicans give up a decent number of rebounds, but they also force turnovers and can disrupt a team's flow. With Braun's scoring and rebounding at stake, it feels like he might not reach the combined 16.5 points and rebounds. The Nuggets have a solid defense, which means Braun may not get as many opportunities to score or grab boards. Plus, the Pelicans allow a lot of three-point attempts, but they are also good at forcing turnovers. This makes it tricky for Braun to hit that target, especially since he could face some tough competition on the floor.

Denver Nuggets vs New Orleans Pelicans: Nikola Jokic Under 38.5 Pts + Rebs (+110)

Nikola Jokic needs to score and grab rebounds, but we're betting he'll end up under 38.5 combined tonight. The New Orleans Pelicans have been tough on defense, allowing fewer rebounds than the average team, which could limit Jokic's chances. Also, the Pelicans usually give up a lot of three-point attempts, but Jokic isn't known for shooting threes, so that might not help him boost his numbers. While Jokic plays well at home, he has been averaging around 36.4 points and rebounds combined in his last few games. There's a chance he could have a big night, but the Pelicans are pretty good at forcing turnovers, which could lead to fewer opportunities for Jokic. So, while he might put up some solid numbers, this bet feels like a reasonable pick tonight.

Denver Nuggets vs New Orleans Pelicans: Nikola Jokic Under 35.5 Pts + Asts (+115)

Nikola Jokic needs to score less than 35.5 points and assists combined tonight against the New Orleans Pelicans. He has been a bit quieter lately, averaging around 26.8 points and 12.4 assists at home, which puts him close to our target, but not always over it. The Pelicans also allow a lot of three-point attempts, which could spread the play and limit Jokic's chances to rack up both points and assists. While Jokic is a great player, his numbers could dip with the way the Pelicans defend, making this pick a strong option. The risk is that Jokic can have a standout game and exceed the total if he gets hot.

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